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Rick Jackson R
Republican
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Georgia: Governor
2026 General Election · November 3, 2026
Georgia's chief executive. The governor signs or vetoes bills, proposes the state budget and appoints many state officials and judges. The incumbent is term-limited, so this seat is open. It is a 4-year term.
This race is on every Georgia ballot.
Election Quick Facts
October 5, 2026Registration deadline
Oct 13–30, 2026Advance (early) voting
October 23, 2026Last day to request an absentee ballot
November 3, 2026Election Day (polls open 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.)
2026 Candidates
2 certified for the general electionKB
Keisha Lance Bottoms D
Democratic
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Where each candidate stands on the key issues facing Georgia. A position appears only after we verify it from the candidate's own statements, votes or official record, with a link to the source.
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