Barack Obama has thrown his support behind a Democratic rising star who many compare to him. Former President Barack Obama has thrown his weight behind the Georgia Senate race. In a video message, Obama said he backed Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff, the Democratic incumbent, in the race against Republican Mike Collins, who has received President Donald Trump’s endorsement.ADVERTISEMENT“By voting for Jon Ossoff, we have the chance to protect voting rights, stand up for Civil Rights, and help build an economy that works for everyone,” Obama said in an Ossoff ad.The 60-second radio ad aired Thursday, and a 30-second video version...