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2014 Georgia’s State of the State Poll | 5
More than half (51.3%) ofGeorgians think that the state ismoving in the Right Direction,with 33.9% indicating that thestate is moving in the WrongDirection.
The most important issues facingthe state are Jobs (37.9%),Education (23.7%) and HealthCare (14.1%). Residents from themiddle part of the state report thehighest concern with Jobs (40.7%)and Education (35.4%). Menreport a greater concern withJobs (45.4%) as do women (32.5%).Women also report great concernwith Education (27.7%). African-Americans also rank Racism(12.7%) higher, while Hispanicsreport Racism (14.5%),Immigration (10.5%) and HealthCare (23.9%) as key issues.
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2014 Georgia’s State of the State Poll | 6
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