Georgia Gubernatorial Candidate Promises 50% Income Tax Cut in Final Rally

Georgia Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson promised to cut the state income tax rate by 50% during a final campaign rally on Sunday night in Cumming. The healthcare executive also vowed to freeze property taxes across the state, targeting economic relief for working families as the general election approaches.

Dozens of supporters gathered in Forsyth County for the event, which marked Jackson's last public appearance before voters head to the polls on Tuesday. Jackson took the stage with his wife and son, both of whom addressed the crowd. Several Georgia Republican leaders also spoke, urging the audience to deliver a victory for the party in the concluding hours of the race.

Jackson directly criticized his Democratic opponent, Keisha Lance Bottoms, during his speech. He argued that her experience as the former Atlanta mayor revealed how she handles responsibility when residents depend on her leadership. "We can't let her do to Georgia what she did to Atlanta because there is one simple truth. She cannot campaign her way around; bad mayors don't make good governors," Jackson said.

Bottoms, who is seeking to succeed term-limited Gov. Brian Kemp, has centered her campaign on affordability, healthcare access, and housing. Her platform contrasts sharply with Jackson's focus on tax reduction and economic growth. The two candidates present different visions for managing the state's cost of living and budget priorities.

Supporters expressed optimism about the candidate's chances. Scott Ridling, a voter at the rally, stated, "We're just hopeful that he can turn out a win." Jackson emphasized building on existing opportunities while addressing challenges that hinder family financial stability. "We will build on the things that brought opportunity here and get after the challenges still holding families back," he told the audience.

Campaign officials announced that Jackson will begin a statewide get-out-the-vote tour on Monday. The tour includes scheduled stops in Canton, Perry, Albany, Savannah, and Augusta. Jackson is planned to join supporters in Sandy Springs on Tuesday night to watch the election results.