A Republican leader in Georgia’s peanut industry is endorsing a Democratic U.S. Senate candidate in his reelection campaign, breaking party lines to back the challenger. The chair of the Georgia Peanut Commission cited personal alignment with the candidate’s values over partisan loyalty, arguing that policy and character matter more than political affiliation. The endorsement highlights an unusual crossover in a closely watched race, where agricultural interests may play a role in shaping the election’s outcome. Supporters of the candidate say the backing reflects growing bipartisan support for his approach to key issues.
The Republican chair of the Georgia Peanut Commission is backing Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff (Ga.) in his bid for a second full term. “We don’t necessarily elect a party,” commission Chair Donald Chase told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. “I like to support people that I can get behind and believe in.” Chase, whom board members elected...
