Democrats ramp up energy for Harris in Georgia

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear campaigns in Georgia Kamala Harris. On today’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia Podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Greg Bluestein discuss why the location of Beshear’s rally is of particular interest. 

  

But first, former Democratic Governor Roy Barnes joins the podcast to share his thoughts on what the ascension of Kamala Harris to the top of the Democratic presidential ticket may mean for Democrats’ chances of victory in Georgia and nationwide. 

  

Political analysts Andra Gillespie, professor of political science at Emory University and political insider Rick Dent weigh in on Vice President Harris’ rise in national and swing state polls, the troubles facing JD Vance and Donald Trump’s efforts to find a new line of attack against Harris. 

  

Plus, Louisville Courier-Journal politics reporter Rebecca Grapevine shares insights about Democratic Governor Beshear’s appeal in a red state, and describes what he might bring to the Democratic ticket if Harris chooses him as her VP running mate.  

  

  

Links to today's topics: 

Andy Beshear campaigns for Harris in typically red Atlanta suburb 

Harris campaign centers on abortion with Georgia voters 

Beshear challenges JD Vance claim to be voice of Appalachia 

Harris visit to Atlanta tomorrow adds to long list of trips to our state 

  

  

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