Georgia’s historic governor’s race: How county results compare with 2022

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) — Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms defeated Rick Jackson in Georgia’s governor’s race Tuesday, Nov. 3, receiving 54% of the vote.Four years ago, Brian Kemp defeated Stacey Abrams. Kemp carried a majority of Georgia counties in 2022 with more than 53% of the vote. Several counties that shaped the 2022 election showed a different picture in 2026.Professor: Abrams campaign laid groundworkAutumn Cockrell-Abdullah, an assistant professor of political science at Albany State University (ASU), said Abrams’ run could be viewed as a stepping stone for Bottoms’ win.“One of the things that did not get enough attention was the grassroots work that was done by the Abrams campaign, not simply trying to build coalitions, which they did, but actively trying to engage new voters,” Cockrell-Abdullah said. “I think of my own ASU students, and getting those voters to the polls.”“But in doing that is not simply having a likable candidate or a hook, a message that really resonate