On July 15, dozens of Joe Campbell supporters gathered at the Wall Street Trading Company in Calhoun to watch the results of the Republican Primary, where voters gave Campbell a fifth term as District Attorney of the Cherokee Judicial Circuit. The race was called later than expected, just after 10 pm, but when all the numbers were in, Campbell carried the day with 52% of the total vote, including 60% of the votes in Gordon County.
In his victory speech, Campbell thanked his family, staff, friends and other volunteers for all the hard work and support they provided in the campaign. "I could not have done it without you all", he said. He also noted the excellent and overwhelming support he received from the Bar Associations of both counties as well as law enforcement in both counties as being a key to his success.
The vote totals were certified by Secretary of State Karen Handel shortly after the final precincts reported. Following his celebration speech, Mr. Campbell accepted a concession call from his opponent. Campbell faces no Democratic opposition in November, and by winning the primary he effectively won re-election as District Attorney.
