Barry Gordon Irwin Party: Democrat Age: 49 Occupation: Attorney Family: Wife, Sherri Education: Graduate of Georgia Military Institute, Albany Junior College, University of Georgia and University of Georgia Law School Political Experience: First race

Charlie Norwood Party: Republican Age: 61 Occupation: Was a dentist in Augusta from 1969 until he sold his practice in 1993 to run for office Family: Wife, Gloria; two sons; two grandchildren Education: Bachelor's degree, Georgia Southern University; doctorate in dental surgery, Georgetown University Political Experience: House of Representatives, 1994-present