Bottoms Wins Debate, Exposes Jackson's Refusal to Stand Up for Georgians

‘This Debate Made One Thing Unmistakable: Rick Jackson is Trying to Buy And Lie His Way To The Governor’s Office’

ATLANTA — During tonight’s debate, Keisha Lance Bottoms shared her plans to expand Medicaid and protect Georgia’s hospitals, bring down costs, invest in education, and stand up for Georgia families while Donald Trump’s policies are hurting Georgia. She also exposed Slick Rick Jackson’s record of enriching himself on the backs of Georgians and promising to be “Trump’s favorite governor.”

Keisha also detailed how Rick Jackson is building a data center right now as Georgians utility rates are rising and called out Jackson for standing with Trump as he threatens Georgia’s elections.

Keisha for Governor Campaign Manager Tharon Johnson released the following statement on the debate:

“Tonight, Keisha connected with voters and offered specific policies to bring down costs, stop data centers from raising electricity rates and expand opportunities for all Georgians. She showed the kind of strong leadership and clear vision to lead Georgia forward. 

“Meanwhile, Slick Rick Jackson showed voters why his handlers are hiding him in his billionaire bunker. He couldn’t answer direct questions about what he’ll do for Georgians, lied about his record and is clearly out-of-touch — when was the last time he went to the ‘gas store?’

“This debate made one thing unmistakable: Rick Jackson is trying to buy and lie his way to the governor’s office. He has been hiding from Georgians and refusing to debate because he can’t give them the answers they deserve. The choice is clear: Keisha is the only candidate with a record and a plan to stand up for Georgians and lower costs for families.”