The day many Georgians have joyfully, anxiously or cautiously awaited has arrived: Election Day.
Our Canopy Atlanta team will be on the ground throughout the day speaking with voters and observing the scene at many of the low-voter turnout precincts we’ve reported about the last several months.
Stay tuned to our live reporting throughout metro Atlanta to hear from voters and get a sense of the energy on Election day in Atlanta.
9:15 a.m.
Melanie Woodall, 42, got up bright and early to cast her vote at Allen Temple AME Church. She brought her three sons along to witness the civic process. For the Grove Park resident, the day is monumental for a number of reasons.
“I want to see a woman elected into office. I want to see what she can do. I want to see her bring change.”
Her sons insisted that they join her today.
“My kids wanted to follow me today to the polls. My oldest will be able to vote in 3 years. He is 15.”
