‘The party has sailed its ship’: ex-Republican runs as Democrat for Georgia governor’s seat
Geoff Duncan, the former Republican lieutenant governor of Georgia, is running as a Democrat for the governor's seat. His candidacy reflects a shift in American politics, particularly in the context of the Republican Party's current dynamics. Duncan argues that many Republicans are disillusioned with Trump and are seeking an alternative path forward.
- ▪Geoff Duncan is a former Republican lieutenant governor now running as a Democrat for Georgia governor.
- ▪He believes there is a larger audience of receptive Republicans than commonly thought.
- ▪Duncan has faced backlash from the GOP for his stance against Trump and has been excommunicated from the party.
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Then Georgia lieutenant governor Geoff Duncan on 14 August 2023 in Atlanta. Photograph: Alex Slitz/APView image in fullscreenThen Georgia lieutenant governor Geoff Duncan on 14 August 2023 in Atlanta. Photograph: Alex Slitz/APGeorgia‘The party has sailed its ship’: ex-Republican runs as Democrat for Georgia governor’s seatAfter being excommunicated from the GOP, Geoff Duncan is trying for a comeback on the Democratic ticketGeorge ChidiMon 18 May 2026 08.00 EDTLast modified on Mon 18 May 2026 08.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleIn the Georgia governor’s race, Geoff Duncan’s candidacy tests American politics as much as it tests his political appeal.The former Republican lieutenant governor of Georgia is a current Democratic candidate for governor, with former Biden official and…
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