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“We urge everyone here, we in the business community, that these two gentlemen deserve a second term because of all the great things they’ve accomplished in their first term together,” said Williams.

The endorsement isn’t likely to make much of a difference to Reed, who faces no high-profile competition in his November re-election bid. But it could prove important for Deal, who already faces a challenge from Dalton Mayor David Pennington and a possible push by Superintendent John Barge.

It’s also important to note that Reed and Deal were high-profile supporters of last year’s failed transportation sales tax vote – the top priority for the chamber in 2012.

“Jobs, jobs, jobs is what we’re all about. The governor has done a stellar job in his first term and we’re looking forward to his second term. And the mayor and his partnership with the governor have done an incredible job not only in this region but also working across the state.

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