Some attendees stay focused, eyes locked on the screen, waiting for election results, as a DJ energized the crowd at Votelanta’s watch party. (Photo/Kaylin Smith)
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A DJ pumps up the music at the Votelanta watch party at The Gathering Spot. Kaylin Smith for Atlanta Civic CircleEyes are fixed on the screen as election results roll in at local Democratic watering hole Manuel’s Tavern. Bryan McDaniels for Atlanta Civic CircleDemocratic challenger Bryce Berry celebrates his victory in Atlanta’s state House District 56 race at Wicked Wolf. Kaylin Smith for Atlanta Civic CircleBryce Berry watches the final results, surrounded by supporters. Kaylin Smith for Atlanta Civic CircleNikki Evans Jones celebrates with friends at home after she advances to the runoff in the Atlanta City Council Post 3 At-Large race. Kaylin Smith for Atlanta Civic CircleNikki Evans Jones (right) radiates accomplishment after advancing to the runoff in her race. Kaylin Smith for Atlanta Civic CircleAtlantans react to the results coming in at the Georgia Democratic Watch Party at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta downtown. Bryan McDaniels for Atlanta Civic Circle