Shawn Harris Wins Georgia’s 14th District Democratic Runoff, Taking On Marjorie Taylor Greene

Shawn Harris claimed victory in Georgia’s 14th congressional district Democratic runoff – now he is preparing to take on outspoken GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. 

Harris defeated Clarence Blalock in the runoff election on June 18, securing 71.5% of the vote with 34% of ballots counted. Blalock initially defeated Harris during the state’s primary election in May 2024 by only 124 votes but the election was pushed into a runoff election after both candidates failed to receive over 50% of the vote, resulting in Harris moving into the runoff.

Now, he will go up against the Donald Trump advocate in an uphill battle for a seat labeled as Republican. 

Greene was re-elected to the Congress in 2022 after defeating another Black Democrat, Marcus Flowers. Poll results from May 2024 revealed she isn’t as popular as she thinks she is in her region. According to Newsweek, Greene has an overall unfavorable rating of 52.5% in comparison to 42% who described her as “very unfavorable” and 10.5% who were somewhat unfavorable. 

The retired Brigadier General posted a video on Twitter saying he is ready to end Greene’s “toxic career.” He encouraged those who are overall dissatisfied with her performance on Capitol Hill to fight back and put him in office. “I’m thankful to the voters for electing me as the Democratic nominee to face MTG,” he said. 

“Tonight is not about me. It’s about thanking Clarence, whose work will be vital in bringing us all together. This fight is not done; it actually just began, and it’s with Marjorie Taylor Greene.”

Thanking Blalock for his work, Harris wants to “bring all the Democrats back together” and social media fans seem to be on board. Referring to Greene as “Moscow Marge,” one user pushed for other Democrats to support Harris in November. “Congrats on a hard earned Democratic nomination!”,@ac_californian wrote. “I encourage all my followers to follow you at @ShawnForGeorgia and support you however they can to give Moscow Marge a real run for her money in November!”

Another user said it’s time for the 14th district to be represented by someone who really cares. “Listen up Georgia 14th District! Is MTG really who you want representing you?,” @LiberalGenXVet said. “MTG isn’t worthy of your vote! Choose someone who truly cares about your community and its values!”

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