Two Georgia Democratic sheriffs back Republican Rick Jackson for governor
Sheriffs Ashley Paulk and Craig Peavy, both Democrats, have publicly endorsed Republican Rick Jackson in the Georgia gubernatorial race against Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms.
Democratic sheriffs Ashley Paulk of Lowndes County and Craig Peavy of Dooly County have crossed party lines to endorse Republican Rick Jackson for Georgia governor, emphasizing his stance on public safety. Jackson, a billionaire entrepreneur, defeated Trump-endorsed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in the Republican primary and now challenges former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms in the November race. Both sheriffs argued that safety concerns transcend partisan affiliation.
Jackson’s campaign has criticized Bottoms’ record on law enforcement while promoting tax cuts and reduced spending. Bottoms, meanwhile, is campaigning on affordability and a dual approach to safety that includes both enforcement and prevention. The race is seen as a key test for the GOP in a state where Governor Brian Kemp is term-limited and Senator Jon Ossoff leads in Senate polls.
Why it matters
The endorsements illustrate shifting political alliances in a pivotal Georgia election that could affect national party dynamics.
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