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News Articles: Georgia Politics

Some Voting Machine Issues Present In Southwest Georgia Special Election

Elections officials in three southwest Georgia counties reported no issues with the state’s new touchscreen ballot-marking device system during early...

January 29, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Rep. Doug Collins, the ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, speaks to reporters outside the Senate as defense arguments by the Republicans resume in the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump in Washington on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: After Much Speculation, Rep. Doug Collins Enters Senate Race

Wednesday on Political Rewind , Congressman Doug Collins has now made it official. The Gainesville-native announced earlier today he is running for the...

January 29, 2020
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By:
  • Bill Nigut

New Georgia Voting Machines Get Next Test In Special Election

Elections officials participating in a state House special election in southwest Georgia say there have been no problems during the early voting period...

January 28, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

Bill That Would Force Sen. Loeffler Into Primary Contest Passes House Committee

A Georgia state House committee approved a bill that would require Republican Sen. Kelly Loeffler (R-Ga.) to survive a May primary challenge from Rep....

January 28, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Rep. Doug Collins (R-Gainesville) speaks to reporters outside the Georgia State House Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020

Doug Collins Prepares Senate Run, Foreshadowing A Bruising Clash In Special Election

Georgia Congressman Doug Collins (R-Gainesville) is taking steps to run for the U.S. Senate seat currently occupied by Sen. Kelly Loeffler (R-Ga.),...

January 28, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
The Mercedes-Benz Stadium will host soccer team Atlanta United's 2020 season, which starts in late February..

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: The Case For Sports Betting In Georgia

Monday on Political Rewind , we took an in-depth look at sports betting from two of the leading advocates for a law enabling betting in Georgia; the...

January 28, 2020
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By:
  • Bill Nigut

Bill That Would Change US Senate Special Election Rules Passes Subcommittee

A bill intended to codify the secretary of state’s authority to set qualifying dates for special elections has turned into a proxy battle over Gov....

January 27, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
The Georgia State Capitol where legislators and state agency officaisl are working to accomodate budget cuts proposed by Gov. Brian Kemp last Summer.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Concerns For Rural Healthcare With Budget Cuts Looming

Monday on Political Rewind , there is one less contender in the Democratic race for David Perdue’s seat in the U.S. Senate. Clarkston Mayor Ted Terry...

January 27, 2020
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
Clarkston Mayor Ted Terry

Clarkston Mayor Ted Terry Dropping Senate Bid To Run For DeKalb Commission

Clarkston Mayor Ted Terry is ending his bid for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate to face David Perdue, announcing instead he will run for a...

January 26, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

After Hearings, Lawmakers Must Balance Cuts And Growth In State Budget

Georgia lawmakers have spent the past week in hearings learning more about the governor's proposed $28.1 billion spending plan , which includes several...

January 24, 2020
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By:
  • Leah Fleming and
  • Stephen Fowler

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Race Shaping Up For Sen. Leoffler's Seat

Friday on Political Rewind , Democratic impeachment managers will wrap up their opening arguments in the impeachment trial of President Trump. The...

January 24, 2020
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
Georgia State House Rep. Rick Jasperse talks with colleagues during the first day of the year for the general session of the state legislature, Monday, Jan. 13, 2020, in Atlanta.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Kemp Says Budget Cuts Will Not Jeopardize Key State Services

On Thursday's Political Rewind , we waded into impeachment news to check on how Georgians may be reacting to the ongoing trial of President Donald Trump...

January 23, 2020
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
Gov. Brian Kemp

Kemp Says 2020 Budget Proposal Includes ‘Common-Sense’ Savings

Gov. Brian Kemp told lawmakers Tuesday his $28.1 billion budget includes millions in savings that don’t require drastic cuts to services Georgians need...

January 23, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
General Counsel Ryan Germany with the secretary of state's office presents proposed rules to the State Election Board.

Hot Topics At State Election Board Meeting Include Ballots, Voting Machines

A new rule passed Wednesday by the State Election Board will require poll workers to remind voters to review their paper ballots before casting them....

January 22, 2020
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Gov. Brian Kemp discusses the Georgia film tax credit on GPB Lawmakers show with host Donna Lowry.

Kemp Suggests 'Methodical' Approach To Any Changes In State's Film Industry Tax Credit

Despite a state audit critical of Georgia's popular film tax credit, Gov. Brian Kemp has no plans to rush into making possible adjustments. Kemp said...

January 22, 2020
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  • Donna Lowry
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