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U.S. House, 4th District: what did each candidate actually say they'd do?

IN PLAIN ENGLISH

Hank Johnson (Democrat), whose campaign site says he is in his tenth term, faced Republican Jim Duffie, a Navy veteran and businessman. With all 159 counties reporting, Johnson leads by 171,525 votes. Results are unofficial until certified. Check your own address on the Georgia Secretary of State's voter lookup to confirm your district.

Johnson leadsAll counties reporting; unofficial until certified1
82.64%Johnson (D)1
17.36%Duffie (R)1
171,525Vote margin of 262,763 cast1

Do they have a plan?

We read every issue on each candidate's own website and checked the same six things for every one. We count what's there. We don't grade whether the ideas are good. Read the full scoring rules

Of the issues on their website, how many...Jim DuffieHenry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Names a policy1 of 8
8 of 11
Says how they'd do it1 of 8
2 of 11
Includes a number or target0 of 8
0 of 11
Says how it's paid for0 of 8
0 of 11
Gives a timeline0 of 8
0 of 11
Points to a record0 of 8
8 of 11

The candidates, side by side

Each topic shows every candidate's own words on it, in alphabetical order, from their own website. "Nothing on this topic" means their site doesn't cover it. Topic rows are grouped by us from their headings; the scores don't change.

Jim DuffieRepublican
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.Democrat
Who they are
Jim Duffie
U.S. Navy veteran and businessman. His Issues and Meet Jim pages still carry unfinished drafting notes addressed to the campaign. The FairTax section appears twice on the Issues page; we scored it once.
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Sitting member of Congress; his site says he is in his "tenth term as U.S. Representative for Georgia's Fourth Congressional District."5 The Immigration page is titled "The Environment" in the page header; the Justice page text stops mid-sentence ("For more on the Congressman's wo"15). Scored as posted.
Immigration and the border
Jim Duffie
Nothing on this topic
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Immigration"He is a staunch supporter of DACA, TPS, refugees and immigrants who come to America for a better life for themselves and their children." and "obey our laws, learn our language, and pay taxes, while earning the chance to become tax-paying American citizens."14
Names a policy
Veterans
Jim Duffie
America Must Defend Its Citizens and Honor Its Veterans"America must maintain a strong military, protect its citizens, secure its borders, support veterans, and make sure tax dollars serve American interests first."2
None of the six checks
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Armed Services & Veterans' Affairs"Hank has voted to sustain critical services for veterans, introduced legislation to honor military families, and supported bills extending benefits to veterans and their families."7
Points to a record
Social Security, Medicare and seniors
Jim Duffie
Nothing on this topic
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Seniors and Social Security"His vote for the Inflation Reduction Act empowers Medicare to negotiate drug prices, caps monthly insulin costs at $35, and limits out-of-pocket expenses to $2,000 annually" and "He co-sponsored bipartisan bills like the Protecting Seniors Access to Medicare Act and the Medicare Part B Improvement Act"17
Names a policyPoints to a record
Health care
Jim Duffie
Nothing on this topic
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Health Care"Congressman Johnson strongly opposes the Medicaid cuts in the Big, Ugly Bill, which cut access to healthcare for 17 million Americans." and "he will continue to advocate for a public health insurance option, push for greater consumer protections, and support increased investments in health care research."13
Names a policy
Schools and education
Jim Duffie
A Diploma Should Prepare Students for Real Life"Jim supports education that prepares young people for real jobs, skilled trades, military service, business ownership, college, and responsible citizenship."2
None of the six checks
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Education"Hank has introduced and supported legislation to secure resources for schools, protect students from abusive loan practices, and enhance access to arts, music, and technical education programs." and "Congressman Johnson strongly opposes the Trump administration's cuts to the Department of Education and the attempts to dismantle it."10
Names a policyPoints to a record
Child care and families
Jim Duffie
Working Families Should Keep More of What They Earn"Replace the entire system with a single national consumption tax on new goods and services" and "Provide a monthly Family Consumption Allowance rebate to every legal household, ensuring families spending at or below the poverty level pay zero net federal tax"2, 3
Names a policySays how they'd do it
Family Safety Starts With Strong Communities"Jim supports law enforcement, first responders, victims of crime, and policies that restore accountability."2
None of the six checks
Faith, Family, and Responsibility Still Matter"Jim will stand for policies that strengthen families, protect children, respect faith, and reward responsibility instead of creating deeper dependence on government."2
None of the six checks
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Nothing on this topic
Energy and environment
Jim Duffie
Nothing on this topic
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Energy"Congressman Hank Johnson is committed to advancing a clean, sustainable energy future by advocating for investments in renewable energy, strengthening energy infrastructure, and ensuring equitable access to affordable and reliable power for all Americans."11
None of the six checks
The Environment"Hank has consistently earned top marks for his environmental record and cosponsored bills to fund environmental justice, improve infrastructure, and conserve public lands."12
Points to a record
Crime and public safety
Jim Duffie
Nothing on this topic
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Consumer Protection"his bipartisan Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal (FAIR) Act (H.R. 963) that re-establishes everyday Americans' 7th Amendment right to seek justice and accountability through the court system, passed the House of Representatives." and "Congressman Johnson supports increasing funding of and oversight on the part of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)."8, 6
Names a policySays how they'd do itPoints to a record
Justice, Civil Liberties, & Government Accountability"Rep. Johnson proposed legislation to expand the Supreme Court (Judiciary Act ); require that the justices follow a code of ethics, transparency, and recusal standards ( SCERT Act ); and establish term limits for justices ( TERM Act )."15, 6
Names a policySays how they'd do itPoints to a record
Taxes, jobs and the economy
Jim Duffie
Small Businesses Need Room to Grow"Jim will fight to cut crushing regulations that make it harder to hire, grow, invest, and compete."2
None of the six checks
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
The Economy and Jobs"Hank led efforts to increase wages by voting for the Raise the Wage Act and co-sponsored critical job-supporting bills like the Summer Jobs Act and the Federal Jobs Guarantee Development Act."9
Names a policyPoints to a record
Defense and foreign policy
Jim Duffie
Nothing on this topic
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
National Security & Foreign Policy"He has been a vocal advocate for congressional oversight of military actions, voting to limit unauthorized use of military force." and "Congressman Johnson also cosponsored legislation to combat sex trafficking globally, support the 9/11/ Commission's recommendations, and hold North Korea accountable."16
Names a policyPoints to a record
Rights and freedoms
Jim Duffie
Your Rights Do Not Come From Washington"Jim will defend constitutional rights, including the Second Amendment, religious liberty, free speech, property rights, and the right of families to make decisions without unreasonable government interference."2
None of the six checks
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Nothing on this topic
How government works
Jim Duffie
Government Should Work for the People"Jim will fight for transparency, accountability, fiscal discipline, and constitutional limits on federal power."2
None of the six checks
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Nothing on this topic
Their record
Jim Duffie
  • Served in the U.S. Navy in nuclear submarine service.4 His site names no vote, bill or program of his own.
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
  • In his tenth term as U.S. Representative for Georgia's Fourth Congressional District.5 Says he introduced the FAIR Act, the Stop Militarizing Law Enforcement Act and the Judiciary Act, SCERT Act and TERM Act.6
In their words
Jim Duffie

"The cornerstone of my campaign is simple: take back control of our lives from Congress, the legislature, and government bureaucracies."

Jim Duffie, campaign FairTax page3

"Does it help families live safer, freer, stronger lives?"

Jim Duffie, campaign Issues page2
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.

"Congressman Johnson believes we are a nation of laws, but we are also a nation of immigrants."

Hank Johnson, campaign Immigration page14

"Congressman Johnson strongly believes healthcare is a human right, not a privilege."

Hank Johnson, campaign Health Care page13
Where we read it
Jim Duffie
Website: jimduffie.com/issues (checked 11/5/2026)
Henry "Hank" Johnson Jr.
Website: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/ (checked 11/5/2026)

The middle

Where they agree

  • Both say they'd secure the border. Duffie: "secure its borders."2 Johnson: "we must secure our borders."14
  • Both say they'd support veterans. Duffie: "support veterans."2 Johnson: "veterans receive the best possible support."7
  • Both promise tax relief for families. Duffie: "help families keep more of what they earn."2 Johnson: "supporting middle-class tax relief."9

Where they really split

  • Taxes: Duffie would "Abolish the IRS permanently" and replace the income tax with a consumption tax.2 Johnson names no tax overhaul; he backs "middle-class tax relief."9
  • Jobs: Duffie says he'd "cut crushing regulations that make it harder to hire."2 Johnson voted for "the Raise the Wage Act."9
  • Health care: Johnson will "advocate for a public health insurance option."13 Duffie's Issues page has no health care heading.2

What each one leaves out

  • Duffie's Issues page has eight headings. It names a policy and spells out how on one (the FairTax), and gives no cost, rate or date. His other seven headings state values. It doesn't mention health care, immigration or seniors.2, 3
  • Johnson's Issues pages cover eleven headings. They name a policy on eight and spell out how on two (consumer arbitration, Supreme Court rules). None gives a cost or a date, and several headings rely on "advocated" or "supported" with no vote named.5, 8, 15
Sources (checked 11/5/2026)
  1. Georgia Secretary of State results, unofficial (all 159 counties reporting, last updated Nov 4, 2026 12:13 PM): results.sos.ga.gov/results/public/Georgia/11032026GeneralAndSpecialElection
  2. Jim Duffie campaign, Issues: jimduffie.com/issues
  3. Jim Duffie campaign, FairTax: jimduffie.com/fairtax
  4. Jim Duffie campaign, Meet Jim: jimduffie.com/meet-jim
  5. Hank Johnson campaign, The Issues: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/
  6. Hank Johnson campaign, About: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-georgia-fourth-congressional-district/
  7. Hank Johnson campaign, Armed Services & Veterans' Affairs: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/armed-services-veterans-affairs/
  8. Hank Johnson campaign, Consumer Protection: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/consumer-protection/
  9. Hank Johnson campaign, The Economy and Jobs: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/economy-and-jobs/
  10. Hank Johnson campaign, Education: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/education/
  11. Hank Johnson campaign, Energy: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/energy/
  12. Hank Johnson campaign, The Environment: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/the-environment/
  13. Hank Johnson campaign, Health Care: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/health-care/
  14. Hank Johnson campaign, Immigration: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/immigration/
  15. Hank Johnson campaign, Justice, Civil Liberties, & Government Accountability: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/justice-civil-liberties-government-accountability/
  16. Hank Johnson campaign, National Security & Foreign Policy: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/national-security-foreign-policy/
  17. Hank Johnson campaign, Seniors and Social Security: hankforcongress.com/congressman-hank-johnson-on-the-issues/seniors-and-social-security/