(Atlanta Journal Constitution) — It’s a tough time to run for local office. Faced with declining tax revenues and painful budget cuts, counties and cities have slashed spending, offered early retirement buyouts, and, in some cases, raised taxes to make ends meet. Area school systems have cut teacher positions, increased class sizes and trimmed the school calendar. Here’s a closer look at a few prominent local races ahead of the July 20 primaries:
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