Barge Announces Run for Governor

Standing outside Smyrna City Hall in Cobb County, state school superintendent John Barge announced Tuesday he’s running for governor. He’ll square off against Gov. Nathan Deal in the Republican primary.

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Barge said he’s running for the state’s top office for three reasons he calls e3: education, ethics, and economic development. He said none have thrived under Gov. Deal, starting with education.