Some Georgia legislative incumbents are in tough fights
Most legislative incumbents are breezing to victory in Tuesday’s primary. But a handful are in hot water.
Democratic state Rep. Teri Anulewicz is narrowly trailing her far-left opponent Gabriel Sanchez in the Smyrna-based district, though many precincts still haven’t been tallied.
Republican state Rep. Steven Sainz is in a tight race against two GOP challengers in coastal Georgia, while GOP state Rep. Lauren Daniel is in a close contest against Noelle Kahaian.
In the only race in the state with two incumbent lawmakers facing off for reelection, state Rep. Saira Draper has a solid lead over fellow incumbent Becky Evans.
And Democratic state Sen. Sally Harrel has a big edge over David Lubin, the father of a slain Israeli police officer who ran for office after Harrell abstained from voting on a measure to combat antisemitism.
About the Author
Greg Bluestein is the Atlanta Journal Constitution's chief political reporter. He is also an author, TV analyst and co-host of the Politically Georgia podcast.
