Keisha Bottoms Atlanta mayor Democrat Georgia governor.

Keisha Lance Bottoms is bidding to become the first former Atlanta mayor to be elected governor of Georgia. The Democrat touts her biography and record during her one term as mayor as she seeks to defeat six other Democrats for the nomination. She’s well-known, has executive experience, and served in President Joe Biden’s administration after he considered Bottoms as a possible vice president. Opponents say Bottoms has fatal weaknesses, particularly in how she handled crime and the pandemic as mayor. Her decision to become the first Atlanta mayor since World War II to not seek reelection also sparks questions. But Bottoms says she’s a battle-tested leader ready to fight for Georgians.