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News Articles: Georgia Politics

Democratic presidential candidates at a Democratic presidential primary debate in Houston. The DNC announced Georgia will host a debate on Nov. 20.

DNC Announces Georgia Will Host November Presidential Debate

The road to the Democratic presidential nomination will run through Georgia, as the state will host the next primary debate on Nov. 20. While the exact...

October 09, 2019
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By:
  • Robert Jimison and
  • Stephen Fowler

Jimmy Carter Weighs In On Impeachment, Says Trump Is 'Trying To Stonewall' Investigation

Former President Jimmy Carter is weighing in on the House impeachment inquiry after learning of the Trump administration’s decision to block a U.S....

October 08, 2019
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By:
  • Robert Jimison
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking with reporters in Atlanta on Friday, Oct. 5.

Nancy Pelosi On Democratic Strategy In Georgia Elections

During a trip to Atlanta, U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi shared her plans to protect Congressional seats held by Democrats in the state, aggressively...

October 07, 2019
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By:
  • Robert Jimison
Left, Rep. Doug Collins, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, speaks during a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington. Right, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announcing a formal impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump.

Doug Collins, Nancy Pelosi Spar Over Impeachment Rules

Rep. Doug Collins (R-Gainesville) is one of Georgia’s top Republicans in the House, and as such is leading the charge as one of President Donald Trump’s...

October 07, 2019
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By:
  • Robert Jimison
Democrat Matt Lieberman announced his candidacy for the open U.S. Senate seat.

Matt Lieberman First Democrat To Enter Race For Isakson's Senate Seat

Democrat Matt Lieberman, son of former U.S Sen. Joe Lieberman (D-Conn.), is the first candidate to enter the race to fill retiring Sen. Johnny Isakson's...

October 07, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

Economic Uncertainty Sets Stage For 2020 State Budget Showdown

Starting this week, state agencies have a little less money to get things done. Gov. Brian Kemp ordered budget cuts last month, encouraging departments...

October 04, 2019
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington and
  • Stephen Fowler
Hala Moddelmog serves as president and CEO of the Metro Atlanta Chamber.

From Super Bowls To State Flags, Metro Atlanta Chamber President Reflects On 160 Years

The Metro Atlanta Chamber is marking its 160th anniversary. For average Georgians who don't own a business, a chamber of commerce may not seem to impact...

October 03, 2019
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By:
  • Rickey Bevington and
  • Sophia Saliby

Judge Says Georgia’s Abortion Law Can’t Take Effect While Legal Challenge Is Pending

A federal judge on Tuesday said that Georgia's abortion law cannot take effect while a larger legal challenge is pending. The Living Infants Fairness...

October 01, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Forsyth County voters will have four new precincts and five new polling places starting with the 2020 election cycle.

Forsyth County Adds Polling Places Ahead Of 2020 Election

Some voters in Forsyth County will have new places to vote starting with the 2020 election cycle. The Forsyth County Board of Voter Registrations and...

October 01, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

State Economist: '50-50' Chance Of Recession In 2020

Georgia’s new economist says there is “about a 50-50 chance of a mild recession” next year amid uncertainty about the state’s revenue projections and...

September 27, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
The ACLU argued for a injunction against Georgia's heartbeat bill in federal court on Monday.

First Hearing Held On Injunction Against Georgia's 'Heartbeat' Abortion Law

Georgia's new state law that effectively bans abortions around six weeks into pregnancy made its first appearance in federal court Monday. The American...

September 23, 2019
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By:
  • Ross Terrell
Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms speaks during the I Will Vote Fundraising Gala Thursday, June 6, 2019, in Atlanta.

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms Hits The Campaign Trail For Joe Biden

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is hitting the campaign trail to stump for former Vice President Joe Biden. Bottoms announced on Twitter she will...

September 20, 2019
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By:
  • Sarah Kallis

What’s The Deal With Georgia’s Proposed Budget Cuts?

While Gov. Brian Kemp has asked state agencies to find ways to cut their budgets in the next fiscal year, the initial proposals submitted amount to an...

September 20, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Former President Jimmy Carter speaks at the 38th Carter Town Hall at Emory University in Atlanta.

Jimmy Carter Gets Personal, Political At 2019 Emory Town Hall

There were questions personal and political, silly and serious, but former President Jimmy Carter answered them all with a smile during the 38th Carter...

September 19, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler

Kemp Opens Georgia US Senate Appointment Search With An Application

Freshen up your resume and bust out your thesaurus for the cover letter – it's application season for those seeking to be the next person to represent...

September 18, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
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