ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — The stage is set for Georgia’s highly anticipated, nationally watched midterm elections as candidates in the state’s top two races have agreed to televised debates this October.
Gray Media and Atlanta News First announced the major contenders for governor and the U.S. Senate will participate in broadcasts originating from Assembly Studios in Doraville.
The debates will air live on Gray Media stations across every media market in Georgia, providing statewide access ahead of the November election.
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