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Georgia Chamber Congressional Luncheon
POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Rick Jackson, Brian Kemp unite for first time since GOP primary

The pair held a news conference at the Georgia Chamber of Commerce's annual congressional luncheon in Athens, marking the informal debut of their new alliance.

Donald Trump’s visit spotlights GOP’s last major foothold in Cobb County
POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Bottoms launches first attack ad over Jackson’s Trump ties

As Republican Rick Jackson tries to reach both MAGA loyalists and swing voters, Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms is working to make the race about President Donald Trump.

Iowa Caucus - Monday
POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Outside group targets Mike Collins over support for Iran war

The ad is an example of how Democrats are trying to turn the Iran conflict into a pocketbook argument in Georgia.

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Georgia Democratic convention
GUEST COLUMN

Republicans reveal why Democrats’ affordability agenda is better for Georgia

Democratic Party of Georgia Chair Charlie Bailey makes the case that the party's affordability agenda will make Georgians' lives betters after 23 years of Republican rule.

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You know Rick Jackson’s adoption story. Keisha Lance Bottoms has four of her own.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson spent six years in Georgia foster care. His opponent, Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms, adopted all four of her children.

Ossoff Bottoms Rally
GUEST COLUMN

Georgia Democrats state convention will double down on a losing agenda

Georgia Republican Party Chairman Josh McKoon argues that Democrats during their Savannah party convention will be focusing on old and tired ideas that voters will reject.

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Ben Jones, former Georgia congressman better known as ‘Cooter,’ dies at 84

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Why Rick Jackson poured millions into a failing Alabama hospital

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Rick Jackson raises $13 million in outside money for Georgia governor bid

Stockbridge Mayor Jayden Williams hugs a supporter during a break in a City Council work session in Stockbridge on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. (Ben Gray for the AJC)

Stockbridge council initiates process that could lead to mayor’s removal

The Republican runoff for governor features candidates Rick Jackson and Burt Jones
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Georgia Democrats press Rick Jackson to denounce Mike Collins