Georgia voters will go to the polls on July 31st. So far, the most popular item on that ballot has been the transportation tax referendum. However, voters will also cast ballots in primary races for elected offices. Qualifying for those races began today. You can see who qualifies here.
If you want to run as a Democrat or a Republican, you have to go the State Capitol this week. If you’re running for Congress, the qualifying fee is about $5,000. That’s what Democrat John Lewis paid. He’s running for re-election to the 5th Congressional district. Lewis has held the Atlanta centric seat since 1987.
“Experience should count for something,” Lewis said. “I think I’ve been a good Congress person. I think the people think I’ve been good and been responsive. They’ve been very good to me and I’ve tried to be good to them and that should count for something.”
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