Carter, Isakson, Voting Are Among Georgia’s Top 2019 Stories

Republican Sen. Johnny Isakson completed a nearly 45-year political career with his retirement from the U.S. Senate, taking effect Dec. 31, days after his 75th birthday and halfway through his third term.

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Georgia’s top stories in 2019 included a milestone for Jimmy Carter, as the state’s former governor became the longest-lived president in U.S. history as he continued to face some health challenges.

Other Georgia news that made national and international headlines: U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson announced his retirement, setting off high-stakes political drama.

The year also saw Atlanta hosting the Super Bowl and Georgia buying new voting machines amid questions about election security.