The Augusta Chronicle – Supporters of expanding legalized gambling to include betting on horse racing and casinos see signs their long odds could pay off after the election. The sponsor of pending legislation that would amend the constitution to allow it said Friday the timing is close but not yet ripe. “Tell them to hold their breath until next year,” said Rep. Harry Geisinger, R-Roswell. Most observers believe an election year in a conservative state is not the time to bring up a potentially controversial issue like expanded gambling. Gov. Nathan Deal is significantly ahead in the polls over his…