ATLANTA -- The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Georgia's largest newspaper, is endorsing former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney in the Republican race for the White House.

The newspaper said in an editorial published in its Sunday newspaper that it believes Romney best exemplifies the qualities needed in a president, including business knowledge and experience and the ability to perform under pressure.

The newspaper said that Arizona Senator John McCain, who is also seeking the GOP nomination, lacks the management experience and business and economic expertise to be the nominee.

Last week, the newspaper endorsed Illinois Senator Barack Obama in the Democratic presidential race.

Georgia's presidential primary is Feb. 5.