GOP plans to toast its win in governor's race

ATLANTA - Georgia Republicans are planning quite a party in Atlanta Monday night to celebrate their victory in the governor&#39;s race. <br> <br> Sonny Perdue will become the first Republican governor in modern history this afternoon when he takes the oath of office at Philips Arena. <br> <br> But the real celebration begins down the street at 7:30 Monday night, where ten-thousand are expected at a black-tie inaugural ball at the Georgia World Congress Center. <br> <br> Ray Charles is among the entertainers set to serenade the new governor. The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra will also be on hand to provide music for the governor&#39;s dance with his First Lady, Mary Perdue. <br> <br> Most of the guests are people who are active in the state Republican party or big donors to Perdue&#39;s campaign. Tickets to the party cost $50. <br> <br> They&#39;ll get to rub elbows with state dignitaries and munch on light snacks. And even though Sonny Perdue does not drink alcohol, organizers say a cash bar will be on hand. The party lasts until 11:30 Monday night.

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