I think Republicans probably do have an advantage, though Warnoff and Ossoff are doing great despite the fact that they are not getting billionaires throwing millions dollar at them. I contributed them, because if it is a longshot, you can't just ignore the fact that Perdue and Loeffler are corrupt and are supporting a criminal who is trying to undermine our Democracy. You can't just choose to contribute or fight in those situations where you are the heavy favorite. The crooks are the incumbents and they are getting millions of dollars in support from their cronies, so yes they will have a huge advantage in this election. The fact that Ossoff and Warnock have a chance is a testament to the grassroots efforts of Democrats throughout Georgia.
https://www.politico.com/news/2020/12/20/gop-georgia-ad-war-democrats-448526
Democrats are getting out-advertised in the Georgia Senate runoffs thanks to a megadonor-funded blitz from GOP super PACs in the races that will decide control of the Senate.
Republicans hold an overall advertising advantage across the state, largely fueled by $86 million in outside spending supporting their candidates, compared to just $30 million spent by Democratic outside groups on TV advertising so far, according to AdImpact. Democratic candidates Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock are hauling in record small-dollar cash, far ahead of GOP Sens. David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler — but not enough to own the airwaves.
Super PACs pay more per ad than candidates do, so Ossoff and Warnock have been able to blunt the GOP’s financial edge, especially in the Atlanta media market, where nearly two-thirds of people in the state reside. But GOP TV ads are running in much higher rotation in other markets, according to data from AdImpact, and the disparity has sparked concern among Democrats that the two campaigns aren’t getting enough help with control of the Senate on the line.
Interviews with a dozen Democratic strategists and donors outlined several key reasons why Republicans have been able to build an advertising advantage. There’s fatigue among Democrats’ biggest donors after pouring millions into the 2020 general election, as well as mild skepticism that Ossoff and Warnock can actually win.
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