Georgia Democrats see momentum after special elections wins
Democrats are feeling bullish about their chances of clinching both the Senate and governors races in Georgia next year after the party won a pair of special elections this week that were seen as potential bellwether races ahead of 2026.
Democrats flipped two seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission on Tuesday, marking the first time in nearly two decades that the party won a statewide constitutional office.
Republicans are brushing off the special election wins, saying local elections ultimately drove higher Democratic engagement. But Democrats believe the election results are giving the party a reason to feel optimistic about Sen. Jon Ossoffs (D-Ga.) reelection and their chance to flip the governors mansion.
I think this shows the momentum that we have going into next year, Democratic Party of Georgia Chair Charlie Bailey told reporters on Wednesday.
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