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News Articles: Georgia Politics

Sen. Johnny Isakson, R-Ga. on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019.

Johnny Isakson Speaks About His Decision To Resign From US Senate

Following his resignation announcement citing health issues, U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson shared insights into what led him to his decision to step down and...

September 18, 2019
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By:
  • Bill Nigut
Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden speaks during the I Will Vote Fundraising Gala Thursday, June 6, 2019, in Atlanta.

26 Black Georgia Lawmakers Endorse Joe Biden Ahead Of Presidential Debate

More than two dozen black Georgia state legislators have endorsed Joe Biden for president ahead of the third Democratic primary debate in Houston...

September 17, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Presidential candidate and former Vice President Joe Biden speaks to the congregation of 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama on Sept. 15, 2019.

At Civil Rights Memorial Service Biden Compares Past Hatred To Rise Of White Supremacy Today

On Sunday morning, former Vice President Joe Biden stood in the well of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, where, 56 years ago, four...

September 16, 2019
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By:
  • Robert Jimison

Kemp Launches ‘Rural Strike Team,’ Tour Highlighting Georgia-Made Products

Gov. Brian Kemp is launching a new statewide initiative to promote Georgia-made products and bring new business to rural parts of the state. At...

September 12, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Richard B. Russell Federal Building in downtown Atlanta.

US Senate Confirms Former Prosecutor To A Seat On Atlanta Federal Bench

A focus of President Donald Trump’s administrative agenda, reshaping the judiciary, moves forward in Atlanta with the latest conservative jurist set to...

September 12, 2019
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By:
  • Robert Jimison
Jon Ossoff announces his candidacy for U.S. Sen. seat currently held by David Perdue

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Political Rewind: Jon Ossoff Latest To Enter 2020 Senate Primary To Face David Perdue

On this edition of Political Rewind, Gov. Brian Kemp has moved to revitalize the task force assigned to maximize participation among all Georgians in...

September 10, 2019
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By:
  • Bill Nigut

Georgia Democrat Jon Ossoff Launches Senate Bid

Investigative filmmaker and one-time Congressional candidate Jon Ossoff is now the fourth Democrat running in the primary election to challenge...

September 10, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Crystal Travaille takes a cell phone photo of the wind and seas on the beach as Hurricane Dorian makes its way up the East Coast.

As Dorian Approaches, Rep. Carter Warns Residents Not To Become Complacent

Effects of Hurricane Dorian are poised to reach coastal Georgia as a Category 2 hurricane Thursday. Meteorologists are expecting heavy rain bands,...

September 04, 2019
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By:
  • Robert Jimison and
  • Sarah Kallis
Gov. Brian Kemp delivers a briefing at the Georgia Emergency Management Agency.

Kemp Urges Caution, Promises Swift Recovery Efforts As Hurricane Dorian Reaches Georgia

As rain began to fall on Georgia’s coast from Hurricane Dorian, Gov. Brian Kemp implored those who did not evacuate to stay vigilant and safe as state...

September 04, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler and
  • Ross Terrell
Two candidates will participate in a runoff to serve as the next representative of state House District 71.

GOP Runoff Set For Coweta County-Based State House Seat

Two Republicans vying for a Coweta County-based seat in the Georgia House are advancing to a runoff. Philip Singleton and Marcy Westmorland Sakrison...

September 04, 2019
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By:
  • Associated Press
Paul Seabolt shucks an ear of corn for Republican Rep. Doug Collins (R-Gainesville) during a day of visits to local farms in Cleveland.

North Georgia Farmers Share Concerns With Rep. Doug Collins

Washington D.C. is a long way from White County, Georgia. Sometimes, that distance means the needs of constituents can get lost amid partisan squabbles...

September 04, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler
Gov. Brian Kemp discusses evacuations and emergency plans for Hurricane Dorian during a news conference Monday, Sept. 2, 2019, in Atlanta.

Kemp On Hurricane Dorian: 'Get Out Early Before This Thing Hits'

Gov. Brian Kemp and state emergency officials continue to urge coastal resident's east of Interstate 95 to evacuate inland, warning of strong winds,...

September 03, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler and
  • Emily Jones
The contest to replace Rep. David Stover features four candidates.

Candidates Face Off In State House Special Election

Voters in Coweta County and a small part of Fayette County head to polls Tuesday to vote for the next representative of state House District 71. The...

September 03, 2019
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By:
  • Robert Jimison
Gov. Brian Kemp discusses evacuations and emergency plans for Hurricane Dorian during a news conference Monday, Sept. 2, 2019, in Savannah, Ga.

Kemp: Hurricane Dorian ‘Expected To Remain Very Powerful’ As It Approaches Georgia Coast

While the exact path Hurricane Dorian will take up the Atlantic coastline is uncertain, the message from Gov. Brian Kemp and other state officials...

September 03, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler and
  • Emily Jones

What Impact Will Johnny Isakson’s Senate Retirement Have On Georgia Politics?

The news that U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson (R-Ga.) will resign his seat at the end of 2019 sent shockwaves through the political landscape in Georgia, as...

August 29, 2019
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By:
  • Stephen Fowler and
  • Rickey Bevington
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