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May 20, 2026

Keisha Lance Bottoms Wins Democratic Nomination for Georgia Governor

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic primary for Georgia governor on Tuesday, avoiding a runoff and defeating a crowded field including former DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond and former Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan. She will face the Republican nominee in November's general election.

May 20, 2026·4 sources

May 18, 2026

Former Republican Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan Runs as Democrat for Governor

Geoff Duncan, who served as Republican lieutenant governor of Georgia, is now running as a Democratic candidate in the state's gubernatorial race, marking a notable party switch in American politics.

May 18, 2026·3 sources

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▪On the campaign trail, Bottoms has described herself as a "battle-tested" leader, referencing her tumultuous term as mayor.
▪The Cook Political Report rates the Georgia gubernatorial race as a “toss up.”
▪In the November general election, Bottoms will face the winner of a Republican runoff between Lt. Gov. Burt Jones and healthcare executive Rick Jackson.

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