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    In Florida And Georgia, Heated Campaigns For Governor Boil Over In Controversies

    Two of the most closely watched races in the country have been roiled over alleged voter suppression, racist ads and newly ignited controversies over the Confederate flag and even Hamilton tickets.
    by Jessica Taylor Oct 23, 2018 3 minutes
    Voters cast ballots at C.T. Martin Natatorium and Recreation Center in Atlanta on Oct. 18 during Georgia's early voting period.

    The Florida and Georgia races for governor — two of the most closely watched in the country — have been roiled in the past 24 hours by more scrutiny over alleged voter suppression, racist ads and newly ignited controversies over the Confederate flag and allegations of corruption involving the hit musical Hamilton.

    Democrats have chances to capture power in both states, which would be historic in itself — in Georgia, former state House Minority Leader Stacey Abrams would be the first black woman ever to win a governor's

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