Overview
- In a Tuesday op-ed headlined “From Republican Lt. Governor To Democrat: Loving My Neighbor Is Easier Now,” Duncan announced his formal party switch and updated his voter registration.
- He cited his Christian faith and the golden rule as driving forces and said GOP plans to slash Medicaid funding and reduce SNAP benefits conflicted with his values.
- Duncan condemned recent military-style immigration raids on undocumented families as “heartless” and contrary to his belief in loving one’s neighbor.
- The Georgia GOP expelled him in January after he endorsed Kamala Harris in 2024 and spoke at the Democratic National Convention.
- He has received encouragement from Democrats, independents and moderate Republicans to seek higher office as a Democrat and said he will seriously consider a new campaign.