Democrat Bailey launches 2022 rematch against Georgia AG Carr
(The Atlanta Journal-Constitution) Democrat Charlie Bailey launched a rematch bid Monday against Republican Attorney General Chris Carr with a pledge to create a statewide civil rights division an start a new unit to fight organized crime if he’s elected to Georgia’s top law enforcement post. Read More…
Georgia GOP abuzz about Senate vacancy – AG Chris Carr being floated as a potential candidate
(Politico) – Attorney General Chris Carr (R), Isakson’s former chief of staff, just won his first statewide election after being appointed to the job by Kemp’s predecessor, Nathan Deal (R). In a statement, Carr said his career in public service had been defined by his former boss.
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Big-money political donors in Georgia will be able to give even more
(AJC) – The state ethics commission — formally known as the Government Transparency and Campaign Finance Commission — raised the maximum campaign contribution limits by up to $1,000 for donors to most statewide candidates who make it to the general election, and up to an extra $500 in legislative contests.
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Attorney General’s race — Newcomer Bailey challenges Carr
(The Catoosa County News) – Democrat political newcomer Charlie Bailey is challenging incumbent Republican Chris Carr for Georgia attorney general in a contest between two University of Georgia law school graduates with contrasting career backgrounds.
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