Democrats made historic gains in Georgia by flipping both statewide utility regulator races—an unprecedented feat since 2006—highlighting growing Democratic momentum ahead of the midterms. Alicia Johnson and Peter Hubbard's victories on the Public Service Commission signal a shift in control over utility rates and regulation. Additionally, Cincinnati Democrat Aftab Pureval defeated JD Vance’s half-brother, marking a notable Republican loss amid Vance's earlier endorsement. Virginia elected Abigail Spanberger as its first female governor, emphasizing a centrist, pro-choice platform that opposed the culture-war rhetoric of her opponent. These wins suggest a rising Democratic tide heading into 2024. Will they continue? More: https://newrepublic.com/post/202700/democrats-historic-victories-georgia-election-public-service-commision #Georgia #Elections #Democrats #GeorgiaCongress #Virginia #Midterms #PoliticalShift