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Debra Shigley Champions Education and Healthcare in Senate Runoff

9/13/2025

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Debra Shigley, a Democrat, is running for Georgia's Senate District 21 in a runoff on September 23.
She focuses on affordability, healthcare access, and education funding, responding to voter concerns.
Shigley led the August 26 special election with nearly 40% of the vote, prompting the runoff.
She opposes eliminating the state income tax, citing potential budget deficits and increased sales taxes.
Shigley advocates for public school funding, commonsense gun safety reforms, and restoring women's reproductive rights in Georgia.

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Story summary

Debra Shigley, a Democrat, is running for Georgia's Senate District 21 in a runoff on September 23.
She focuses on affordability, healthcare access, and education funding, responding to voter concerns.
Shigley led the August 26 special election with nearly 40% of the vote, prompting the runoff.
She opposes eliminating the state income tax, citing potential budget deficits and increased sales taxes.
Shigley advocates for public school funding, commonsense gun safety reforms, and restoring women's reproductive rights in Georgia.