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ATLANTA – Georgia’s 16 electoral votes are on the line as voters go to the polls Tuesday.

The Harris-Walz and Trump-Vance campaigns made last-minute stops in metro Atlanta in a last-ditch attempt to rally support in the battleground state.

Harris-Walz campaign rallies support in Piedmont Park

Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, concluded their campaign efforts in Georgia with a rally at Park Tavern in Atlanta’s Piedmont Park. The event, intended to energize voters, featured local leaders and artists, including Joy of pop duo Jesse & Joy, who encouraged attendees to vote before performing three songs.

“Just vote. Go out there and vote. Vote for what’s important to you,” Joy said, speaking to a crowd eager to hear from political and cultural figures.

Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens highlighted Georgia’s importance in the national election, urging residents to make their voices heard.

“Our vote is our voice, Atlanta, and with our votes we have the power to elect Kamala Harris as the next President of the United States,” said Mayor Dickens.

The Harris-Walz campaign held similar rallies in all seven battleground states, using prominent voices to mobilize voters. According to the campaign, local artists and leaders bring trusted perspectives to millions of Americans, helping to amplify the message about what’s at stake in this election.

“This is going to be a great election and I already know Kamala will win 100%,” said Fredrick Bender, who attended the rally with his family. “If you haven’t voted, get out and vote,” he urged.

With four million Georgians already voting, early voters like Lakietta Culkin said they plan to help their friends and neighbors get to the polls on Election Day. “We have friends who are a little older than us, so we’ll be there to support them,” she said.

For Derrick Taylor, who also voted in advance, voting is essential. “This is one of the most important things we can do to express our opinion on how we think the country should move forward,” Taylor noted.

All seven Harris-Walz rallies were broadcast live nationwide to maximize reach to voters across the country.

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The Trump-Vance campaign makes one last push at the Cobb Galleria

Meanwhile, the Trump-Vance campaign also made its presence known in Georgia with a rally at the Cobb Galleria Center. Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance took the stage to energize conservative voters in what is expected to be a hotly contested race.

“Bring your friends to the polls and go yourself. Ask nine of your friends and family to go with you,” Vance urged the crowd, emphasizing the campaign’s commitment to maximizing Republican turnout.

Vance also highlighted key campaign promises, advocating for tax cuts for older Georgians. “Donald J. Trump wants to say there are no taxes on Social Security. You’ve paid into it your whole life; you should be able to take advantage of the benefits in retirement,” Vance said.

In his speech, Vance criticized Vice President Kamala Harris on issues such as immigration and the economy. “Tomorrow is the day we vote for lower food prices and more affordable housing. Tomorrow is the day we vote to close the border,” he said.

Vance further promised that a Trump administration would prioritize domestic energy production. “You should stop buying oil and gas from tin dictators. Let’s drill, baby, let’s drill and get it from our own citizens on our own territory!” » he proclaimed.

The message resonated with supporters like Matthew Mercer, who said, “He not only encourages us to get out and vote, but also encourages our friends and neighbors to get out and vote.” »

Polls open at 7 a.m. Tuesday across the state and are open until 7 p.m.