One of the most contentious upcoming June runoff battles is the race for Fulton County commission chair. Longtime incumbent Robb Pitts is vying to keep the role, while former District 4 Commissioner Mo Ivory hopes to take over the spot.
Recent debates between the two have been fiery and full of personal attacks, including with the Atlanta Press Club.
Missing from the fray is District 5 Commissioner Marvin Arrington, Jr., who launched a campaign with Commissioner Dana Barrett against Pitts last summer. Arrington Jr. claimed Pitts’ lack of connection with constituents on social media, his inaction to fix deplorable conditions at the Fulton County Jail, and his track record of voting against progressive measures all made him “out of touch” with what Fulton residents need and want.
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