Rasmussen Reports Poll Shows Rick Jackson Leading Keisha Lance Bottoms in Georgia Gubernatorial Race
A new poll by Rasmussen Reports indicates Republican nominee Rick Jackson holds a narrow lead over Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms in Georgia's gubernatorial race.

Atlanta, GA, September 17, 2026 —
A recent poll conducted by Rasmussen Reports suggests that Republican nominee Rick Jackson is currently holding a narrow lead over Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms in the upcoming Georgia gubernatorial election.
The findings from the poll, details of which were not fully disclosed beyond this general indication, place Jackson ahead of Bottoms in what is anticipated to be a closely contested race for the state’s highest executive office.
Specific polling data, including margin of error, exact vote percentages for each candidate, and the date the poll was conducted, was not made available in the summary of the trend. The methodology used for the poll, such as the sample size and demographic breakdown of respondents, was also not provided.
Both Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms are active participants in Georgia’s political landscape, vying for the governorship. Information regarding their respective campaign platforms, recent campaign activities, or public statements was not included in the provided summary.
The outcome of this election will determine the next leader of Georgia’s executive branch. Further details regarding voter sentiment and candidate standing are expected to emerge as the election cycle progresses.
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