Georgia voters oust Barr and McKinney in state primaries
In Georgia primaries Republican John Linder defeated Barr by 66 percent to 34 percent as Democrat Denise Majette toppled Cynthia McKinney 58 to 42 percent. Saxby Chambliss won the GOP race, and Sonny Perdue also advanced. Majette, 47, is seen as more moderate amid racially charged contest in Atlanta area.
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Georgia GOP nominating races shape fall battles
Former state senator Sonny Perdue won the GOP governor nomination to face Democrat Roy Barnes in the governor’s race. In the House key contests Rep. John Linder ousted Bob Barr, Cynthia McKinney was defeated by Denise Majette, and Saxby Chambliss won the Senate GOP nomination to challenge Max Cleland. McKinney commented that Republicans appeared more eager to beat her.
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