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News Articles: Isakson

A year after the attack on the U.S. Capitol, the Ellipse near the White House where President Donald Trump spoke is covered with slush from a recent snowstorm, Thursday, Jan. 6, 2022, in Washington. Thursday marks the first anniversary of the Capitol insurrection, a violent attack that has fundamentally changed Congress and prompted widespread concerns about the future of American democracy.

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Political Rewind: One year after the U.S. Capitol insurrection; Memorial services for Ga.'s Isakson

Thursday on Political Rewind: In a special live 2 p.m. edition, we mark the anniversary of a dark chapter in U.S. history. Last year on Jan. 6, supporters of former President Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to halt the democratic process. The shockwaves continue to reverberate in Georgia and across the country in 2022. This all plays out today as funeral services for late former Sen. Johnny Isakson are underway.

January 06, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Sam Bermas-Dawes ,
  • and 1 more
Future of Atlanta

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Political Rewind: Remembering Sen. Isakson; Legacy and change as Atlanta prepares for new management

Tuesday on Political Rewind: A discuss of the legacy of Former Sen. Johnny Isakson with a close friend and aide. Plus, Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms gave her final public press conference. Meanwhile, Mayor-elect Andre Dickens sets the goals for his administration.

December 21, 2021
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
A photo of Johnny Isakson.

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Political Rewind: Former Sen. Johnny Isakson's legacy; A dive into Georgia's film industry

Monday on Political Rewind: A giant of Georgia politics died over the weekend. Former Sen. Johnny Isakson passed away Sunday. He served many years in Congress, gaining a national reputation as an affable bipartisan. Later on the show, a deep dive into Ga.'s film industry with guest host Donna Lowry.

December 20, 2021
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  • Donna Lowry ,
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • and 2 more
A crowd of more than 600 gathered at Kennesaw State University Monday night for Sen. Johnny Isakson's first in-person town hall of the year.

Isakson Encounters Testy Town Hall In Kennesaw

This weekend’s violence in Charlottesville, Virginia was front and center at Senator Johnny Isakson’s first town hall of the year Monday night. Before...

August 16, 2017
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  • Sam Whitehead

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