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- When the white primary was declared unconstitutional, Eugene Talmadge was running for office. He told his voters and supporters that he would find a way to bring back the white primary. This made many white men vote in favor for Eugene.
- I promise you all, I will bring back the white primary.
- Thompson believed he should be in office. Herman Talmadge, Eugene Talmadge's son, recieved the most write-in votes during the election. The Georgia General Assembly also chose Herman to be governor.
- Im so sorry to report Eugene has passed.
- Herman Talmadge passed away before he could take office. His death caused the three governors controversy between Melvin Thompson, Eugene son Herman, and current govenor Ellis Arnold
- Finally, after all of the controversy settled, Melvin Thompson was elected by the Supreme Court to become Governor. The Supreme Court also ruled that if a Governor-elect passes before being sworn in, the Lieutenant governor holds office. Thompson was to remain in office until a special election was held.
- I have become governor for you, Georgia! I will hold office until a special election is held. The Supreme Court ruled that the Lieutenant Governor will take office if the Governor-elect passes before being sworn in. God bless you all!
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