More than 1.4 million Georgians have already cast their votes in the upcoming Nov. 5 general election, with a significant focus on the presidential contest between Vice President Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump. This high turnout in the early stages of voting has been attributed to the flexibility of early voting and the fact that many voters have already made up their minds.
Data on the Secretary of State’s website shows that a majority of early voters are white, with women outnumbering men at the ballot box. While larger counties like Fulton, Cobb, DeKalb, and Gwinnett have delivered the most votes, smaller counties like Towns County have higher per capita turnout rates.
Political science professors from Emory University and the University of Georgia have pointed out that while early voting demographics may provide some insight, they cannot predict the final outcome of the election. Both parties are closely monitoring the early voting data to tailor their strategies for the final weeks of the campaign.
Republicans may face a challenge in getting their supporters to vote early, as some are accustomed to waiting until Election Day due to past messaging from Trump. However, efforts are being made to encourage early voting among Republican voters.
Vice President Harris has been actively encouraging early voting in Georgia, speaking at church events and rallies to engage voters. Overall, the high turnout in early voting indicates a strong interest among Georgians in taking advantage of the convenience and accessibility of early voting options.
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