Residents of Milledgeville, Georgia, say the local economy has weakened after losing major employers, including Central State Hospital, nearby prisons, Reed manufacturing and Mohawk. Many voters are frustrated by taxes, especially property taxes in Baldwin County, and rising fuel costs that have left truck drivers idle. Political analyst Cory Ruth says issues such as the war, gas prices, affordability and inflation cut across party lines, along with fatigue with the governing party. He cautions that Georgia is not a guaranteed win for either party, noting that recent polls have been off by missing rural and working-class voters. Conversations at local barbershops may still shape how these voters cast their ballots.
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