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Rick Jackson: ‘Of course I’ll debate’ Keisha Lance Bottoms
By Tim Darnell at Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· June 26, 2026
· 2 min read
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Days after his Democratic challenger for Georgia governor challenged him to debate, Rick Jackson delivered his answer. “Of course I’ll debate her,” Rick Jackson said Thursday on the Shelley Wynter show, broadcast on 95.5 WSB. “I look forward to it. I think ther...
Key takeaway “Of course I’ll debate her,” Rick Jackson said Thursday on the Shelley Wynter show, broadcast on 95.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The upcoming debates between Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms will be closely watched in Atlanta, where the city's voters have historically played a significant role in shaping the state's election outcomes. As a former mayor of Atlanta, Lance Bottoms is likely to have strong support within the city, and her performance in the debates could help to galvanize that support. For Jackson, the debates will provide an opportunity to introduce himself to Atlanta voters who may be less familiar with his background as a businessman and political newcomer. The fact that Jackson has committed to debating Lance Bottoms suggests that he is confident in his ability to connect with voters and articulate his vision for the state. As the campaign heats up, Atlanta residents can expect to see a significant amount of attention focused on the city, with both candidates likely to make frequent appearances and announcements here.
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Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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What is this story about? ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Days after his Democratic challenger for Georgia governor challenged him to debate, Rick Jackson delivered his answer. “Of course I’ll debate her,” Rick Jackson said Thursday on the Shelley Wynter show, broadcast on 95.5 WSB. “I look forward to it. I think ther...
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