Party Preferences among Georgian Electorates before the 2024 Elections

Abstract

This article describes party preferences of the Georgian population six months before the October 2024 parliamentary elections, widely regarded as determining the country's future autocratic or democratic direction. It shows that support for the ruling party and all opposition parties taken together are tied. While the two political camps get support across major demographic groups, a significant portion of voters are nonpartisan. Hence, opportunities for electoral success exist for the incumbent party and the opposition. However, much depends on the configuration of opposition parties, the general election environment, and access to resources to develop and carry out impactful electoral campaigns.