Politics & Government
Election 2012: What Are Your Questions for John Lewis and Michael Johnson?
The 5th Congressional District pits incumbent Rep. John Lewis against Judge Michael Johnson for the Democratic nomination.
The 5th Congressional District represents a diverse swath of metro Atlanta that stretches from Buckhead to Forest Park and Decatur to Sandtown.
U.S. Rep. John Lewis is the incumbent running against Michael Johnson, the former Fulton County Superior Court judge, in the Democratic primary July 31.
The winner will go on to face Atlanta divorce attorney Howard Stopeck, the Republican candidate.
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On Sunday, July 29, the Atlanta Press Club is sponsoring a debate between the Lewis and Johnson, that is scheduled to air from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Georgia Public Broadcasting's WGTV.
The candidates will be asked a series of questions from metro Atlanta reporters, including Patch.
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To be as inclusive and representative as possible, we want to know what questions do you have of the candidates?
What issue or issues are you wanting them to address and answer to help you decide for whom you'll cast your vote?
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