Georgia Democrats are seeking to make a statewide election of two utility regulators a referendum on rising electricity bills.
Republicans, warning Democrats could steal rare wins in the races for the Public Service Commission, want to make the vote about party loyalty.
Among Republicans trying to turn out voters before Nov. 4 are GOP Gov. Brian Kemp, who is spending from his own war chest to try to get Republican incumbent Tim Echols reelected and to elect Fitz Johnson, a Republican who Kemp appointed. They’re trying to fend off Democrats Peter Hubbard, a green energy advocate, and Alicia Johnson, a health care consultant. All five commission seats are currently held by Republicans.
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