The race:
Georgia governor
Party:
Republican
The lane:
Raffensperger is a traditional, establishment-oriented Republican betting there is still space in Georgia GOP politics for a conservative who prioritizes institutions and election administration over Trump-style grievance politics.
The basics:
Raffensperger, who has been Georgia’s secretary of state since 2019, gained national attention after refusing pressure from allies of President Donald Trump to overturn Georgia’s 2020 election results. He previously served in the Georgia House of Representatives from 2015-2019 and worked as an engineer and business owner.
Why he’s running:
Raffensperger says Georgia needs conservative leadership that focuses on preserving faith in elections, public safety and economic stability.
What’s working:
The secretary of state gained favor with many moderate voters after his 2020 run-in with Trump, with some Democrats crossing over to support his 2022 reelection campaign.
The challenge:
Trump supporters still question if Raffensperger is loyal to the Republican Party after refusing to overturn the 2020 election results in the president’s favor, and primaries often draw out more of each party’s political base.
What to watch:
Will Raffensperger be able to break through to GOP voters in what appears to be the two-man race of Rick Jackson and Burt Jones?
Campaign website: https://bradforgeorgia.com/
