The rematch between Republican Gov. Brian Kemp and Democrat Stacey Abrams has exposed stark policy divides on Georgia’s most pressing issues. Here’s a closer look at where the candidates stand:
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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.
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