Current Governor
Sonny Perdue (R)
Summary
Georgia has been an active playing field for both Republicans and Democrats. The race for the governorship will be competitive and prominent on the national level.
Recap
Governor Sonny Perdue was elected in 2003, and is the first Republican governor of Georgia since the 1870s. Governor Perdue is term limited, leaving an open seat.
Lineup
- Democrat Roy Barnes, former Governor
- Republican Nathan Deal, U.S. Representative
