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Political Rewind: A look back at Election Day as the dust settles and the votes are counted
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Wednesday on Political Rewind: The race for mayor of Atlanta is headed for a runoff. City Council President Felicia Moore secured her spot handily. The second place spot, and a ticket to the runoffs, was undecided as the sun rose on Wednesday morning.
Incumbent mayors in a number of Georgia cities fought off challenges from progressive candidates. What do the results tell us about the mood of voters right now?
Democrats across the country felt a chill looking toward to 2022 today as the state of Virginia elected a Republican governor. What does the GOP upset victory tell us about next year's races in Georgia?
Plus, we previewed the redistricting session, which is underway at the state Capitol.
Panelists:
Dr. Andra Gillespie — Professor of political science and director at James Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference, Emory University
Dr. Karen Owen — Professor of political science, University of West Georgia
Donna Lowry — Host, Georgia Public Broadcasting's Lawmakers
Greg Bluestein — Politics reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution