Georgia's Republican gubernatorial primary is heating up as a new poll reveals a surprisingly tight contest between businessman Rick Jackson and incumbent Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. With less than three weeks to go before the primary, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution survey suggests that Jackson has gained significant ground, closing the gap to just 2.4 percentage points. According to the poll, 27.2 percent of respondents now back Jackson, a healthcare executive who entered the fray in February, compared to 29.6 percent for Jones. The results suggest a fierce battle for the Republican nomination is unfolding in Georgia, with Jackson's strong showing sparking concerns for Jones's chances of advancing to the general election.
A new Atlanta Journal-Constitution poll found that businessman Rick Jackson and Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones (R) are separated by just 2.4 percentage points with less than three weeks before the GOP gubernatorial primary. The survey, released Thursday, found that 27.2 percent of respondents backed Jackson, a healthcare executive who entered the race in February....
