Obama endorses Keisha Lance Bottoms for Georgia governor. Watch it here

Keisha Lance Bottoms can now add another presidential endorsement to her race for Georgia governor. Former President Joe Biden endorsed her back in May, and on Thursday, the Bottoms campaign released a video of former President Barack Obama voicing his support. "Keisha believes that public service i

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What is the story about?

Keisha Lance Bottoms can now add another presidential endorsement to her race for Georgia governor.

Former President Joe Biden endorsed her back in May, and on Thursday, the Bottoms campaign released a video of former President Barack Obama voicing his support.

"Keisha believes that public service is about putting you first," Obama said in part. "There is a lot at stake in this election, Georgia. Make your voice heard."

@keishaforga
President Barack Obama has a message for Georgia: he’s standing with Keisha Lance Bottoms. Keisha is ready to bring her experience and leadership to the Governor’s office and deliver for every Georgian. She will lower costs, expand Medicaid, strengthen rural hospitals, and ensure our children and families have the opportunity to thrive.

President Obama believes in Keisha. We believe in Keisha. And now it’s time for Georgia to believe in what’s possible. Early voting starts October 13. #president #barackobama #breakingnews #georgia #blowthisup

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When was Obama president?

Obama was president from Jan. 20, 2009 to Jan. 20, 2017.

Obama presidential library

The Obama Presidential Center is a 225-foot-tall facility sitting on a 19.3 acre campus in Chicago. It serves as a museum, community center, recreational area, and other uses. The campus is open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. all week while the museum is open Monday 1-8 p.m. and Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For tickets, go to obama.org/visit/museum-tickets.

What elections are coming up in November 2026?

Here are some of the major races Georgians will be voting for in November:

Governor
U.S. Senate
All 14 seats in U.S. House of Representatives
Lieutenant Governor
Secretary of State
Attorney General
Agriculture Commissioner
Insurance Commissioner
State School Superintendent
Labor Commissioner

Georgia governor debate

Atlanta News First and Gray Media hosted a live debate between Bottoms and her Republican opponent Rick Jackson on Tuesday night:

GA governor race 2026 polls

Here are some recent polls for the governor's race in Georgia:

Oct. 4 — Decision Desk HQ, Jackson 48.8%, Bottoms 46.8%
Oct. 4 — Silver Bulletin, Jackson 47.8%, Bottoms 46.9% (this is an average calculated from many polls, not an independent poll)
Oct. 2-3 — Wedgewood Polls, Jackson 51%, Bottoms 49%
Sept. 22-23 — InsiderAdvantage, Jackson 48%, Bottoms 46%
Sept. 15-18 — YouGov, Jackson 47%, Bottoms 44%