U.S. Rep. Mike Collins is establishing himself as a leading contender in the Republican Senate primary in Georgia, thanks to recent polling that shows him opening a significant lead over his rivals. A survey conducted by Public Opinion Strategies indicates Collins commands 32% support among likely Republican primary voters. His closest competitor, U.S. Rep. Buddy Carter, lags at 16%, with former football coach Derek Dooley further behind at 12%. The poll also reveals that about one-third of voters remain undecided.
Collins is not merely celebrating these results; he is sending a strong admonition to his fellow Republicans. In a video posted on X, he urged his party to move past internal conflicts and focus on defeating Democrats in the upcoming midterms. “Enough of the infighting,” he emphasized, warning that the Republican Party lacks “the luxury of time” as Democrats gear up for a potential onslaught.
He took his message beyond the state, framing the Senate race as a critical battleground in a larger national struggle. Collins warned that the stakes are high. Should Democrats regain power, he asserted, they would not hesitate to launch impeachments against President Donald Trump and push policies favoring open borders—potentially leaving criminals unchecked in Georgia. This rhetoric illustrates how Collins positions the upcoming election as a vital defensive front for conservative values.
Collins backs up his call for party unity with evidence of his campaign’s organizational strength. He cites his efforts to establish a statewide network, claiming organization in all 159 counties of Georgia with over 800 convoy captains ready to mobilize support. “I’m lapping the field,” Collins confidently stated while highlighting his impressive tally of over 100 endorsements from state and local officials known for winning elections. He argues that the Republican base recognizes the need for a fighter at the top of the ticket, reinforcing his image as the candidate best suited to motivate the party’s voters.
The polling data supports Collins’ assertion of widespread recognition among Republican voters. With 71% of respondents familiar with him, he is leveraging this to position himself as the candidate capable of energizing Trump’s supporters. Trump’s continued popularity in Georgia, with an 84% approval rating, plays into his strategy. Collins insists that maintaining the enthusiasm of Trump’s base is critical to achieving victory against any Democratic challenger. He understands that voter turnout, fueled by a strong connection to Trump, could be decisive in the upcoming election.
As the election season heats up, Collins portrays himself as the candidate ready to take on the Democrats. He emphasizes the importance of consolidating support behind his campaign to maximize the GOP’s chances at winning not just the Senate seat but to further push back against what he characterizes as a Biden agenda harmful to Georgia and the nation.
Collins’ approach is straightforward—address the current division within the party, rally the base, and stake a claim to leadership. Whether Republicans will heed his warning and unite remains to be seen, but Collins has certainly made a case for his role as a unifying figure in this critical moment.
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