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Republican Ousted By Democrat In Georgia

Republican Ousted By Democrat In Georgia

Summary

Mary Robichaux, a former Democratic state representative, won the mayoral race in Roswell, Georgia. She defeated the incumbent Kurt Wilson, who had the support of Republican Governor Brian Kemp. Robichaux secured 53% of the votes in a runoff election.

Key Facts

  • Mary Robichaux won the Roswell mayoral election with 53% of the votes.
  • Robichaux is a former Democratic state representative who served from 2019 to 2023.
  • Kurt Wilson, the incumbent, received 47% of the vote.
  • The election required a runoff because neither candidate got a majority on November 4.
  • Although the election was non-partisan, Republican Governor Brian Kemp supported Wilson.
  • Kemp described Wilson as a "Republican" mayor who maintained a safe and thriving city.

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