Overview
- The Fulton County commissioner announced her candidacy Thursday, arguing that elections are under attack.
- Barrett was part of a Democratic majority that refused to approve two Republican nominees to the county election board.
- A judge held the commission in civil contempt with a $10,000-per-day fine, a penalty now on hold during an appeal.
- She joins a Democratic primary that includes Penny Brown Reynolds, Adrian Consonery Jr., and Cam T. Ashling.
- With Brad Raffensperger running for governor, Republicans seeking the office include Gabriel Sterling, Tim Fleming, Vernon Jones, and Kelvin King.