Political Turmoil in Georgia: Race and Resistance

This chapter examines the fraught political landscape in Georgia during a fiercely contested election, spotlighting the clash between Arnold and Gene amid rising protests against racist policies. It delves into the implications of a pivotal Fourth of July speech that underlined the candidates' contrasting stances on education and race, revealing the deeper societal tensions at play. As the narrative unfolds, it highlights the struggles and shifting attitudes of white Georgians in the wake of Supreme Court rulings challenging discriminatory practices, encapsulating a turbulent era of resistance and change.