Georgia's 2nd congressional district

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Georgia's 2nd congressional district
Population (2000) 629,735
Median income $29,354
Ethnic composition 51.4% White, 44.8% Black, 0.6% Asian, 3.5% Hispanic, 0.3% Native American, 0.1% other
Cook PVI D+2

The Second Congressional District of Georgia represents most of the southwestern fourth of Georgia. This district is one of the largest districts by size. Much of the district is rural, and peanuts are the major crop in this district. The district does have its share of medium-sized towns such as Albany. The district is also the historic home of Jimmy Carter and has a reputation for being progressive on racial issues.

Even though the district is 60% white, the district has elected Democrat Sanford Bishop, an African-American since 1993, making Bishop the only Black representative of a White-majority district in the South. Bishop has had a few close races, nonetheless, his standing as a conservative Democrat has helped him win the support of many white voters.[citation needed]

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The district in the form used in the 2002 and 2004 elections.
The district in the form used in the 2002 and 2004 elections.
Years Congress Representative Party Notes
1993–present ?–110th Sanford Bishop Democratic

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