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Georgia Senate Runoff Overview

November 18, 2022 · 8:39 am ET · Leave a Comment

Cook Political Report: “It may feel like deja vu for Georgians with yet another Senate election going into overtime. But the December 6 rematch between Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock and GOP nominee Herschel Walker now carries much less weight than the dual 2020 runoffs — which ultimately cemented Democratic control of the Senate.”

“This time around, Democrats are already guaranteed a majority of at least 50-50, but they’re looking now to defend their last vulnerable incumbent and increase their majority by one seat — a herculean task they’ve already shown they can accomplish despite historic midterm trends working against them. We are keeping this race in our Toss Up column, and ultimately the first-round finishes by both candidates, with Warnock leading Walker by 37,674 votes, underscore how close this race will be.”

Toss Up is a safe rating but with Herschel Walker having an enthusiasm issue, I’d say this race leans slightly toward Raphael Warnock.
Taegan

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