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Georgia Today: Raffensperger wants changes, Augusta arena reopening, USPS honors John Lewis

On the Wednesday Dec. 14 edition of Georgia Today podcast: Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger wants election changes, James Brown Arena in Augusta is reopening, and the USPS is honoring John Lewis.

December 14, 2022
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  • Peter Biello and
  • Jeremy Powell
The U.S. Postal Service said on Tuesday that the stamp "celebrates the life and legacy" of the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis.

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U.S. Postal Service honors the late civil rights leader Rep. John Lewis with a stamp

The civil rights icon spent nearly 60 years in public service, including more than three decades representing the Atlanta area. Now, the USPS is paying homage to his years of work.

December 14, 2022
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  • Vanessa Romo
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Bill to name Atlanta post office for John Lewis close to law

A bill to name Atlanta's main post office after the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis is close to becoming law. The measure passed the U.S. Senate unanimously on Wednesday.

September 22, 2022
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Cynthia Tucker and her new book.

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Political Rewind: Cynthia Tucker's new book 'The Southernization of America'

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Pulitzer Prize-winner Cynthia Tucker talks about her new book, The Southernization of America: A Story of Democracy in the Balance. 

May 10, 2022
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 2 more
Adam Levine of Maroon 5 performs during halftime of the NFL Super Bowl 53 football game between the Los Angeles Rams and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 3, 2019, in Atlanta. Maroon 5 and Usher will headline a benefit concert in Atlanta to honor the legacy of the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis. The Grammy Award-winning pop band and singer will perform during the Beloved Benefit at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on July 7, concert officials announced Thursday, May 5, 2022.

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Maroon 5, Usher to headline benefit to honor Rep. John Lewis

Maroon 5 and Usher will headline a benefit concert in Atlanta to honor the legacy of the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis. The Grammy Award-winning pop band and singer will perform during the Beloved Benefit at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium on July 7, concert officials announced Thursday.

May 05, 2022
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  • Associated Press
John Lewis, left, and his wife, Lillian, lead a march of supporters from his campaign headquarters to an Atlanta hotel for a victory party after he defeated Julian Bond in a run-off election for Georgia's Fifth Congressional District seat in Atlanta, Ga., Tuesday night, Sept. 3, 1986. A foundation named for U.S. Rep. John Lewis and his wife has been established to further the work of the late civil rights pioneer.

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Foundation named for late civil rights pioneer John Lewis

A foundation named for U.S. Rep. John Lewis and his wife has been established to further the work of the late civil rights pioneer. The John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation announced Monday — what would have been Lewis' 82nd birthday — its goal was to work to "strengthening democracy through civic engagement" and to amplify the voices of rising generations.

February 21, 2022
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Photos courtesy Riley Bunch, GPB News

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Political Rewind: Biden doubtful on voting rights; Kemp unveils budget; SCOTUS on vaccine mandate

Friday on Political Rewind: Just days after a visit to Georgia where he demanded the U.S. Senate pass voting rights legislation, President Joe Biden admits the prospects for action are now dim. Is there a future for federal election reform law? Meanwhile, in his State of the State speech, Gov. Brian Kemp showcased his plans for doling out billions of dollars of state surplus money for income tax refunds, teacher and state employee pay raises, and more.

January 14, 2022
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Sam Bermas-Dawes ,
  • and 1 more
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Political Rewind: State of the State address; Dickens on Buckhead cityhood; Civility in government

Thursday on Political Rewind: Gov. Kemp prepares his State of the State address. Meanwhile, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens seeks to improve the relationship between city and state government. And Sen. Warnock puts pressure on big businesses to step in the fight on voting rights.

January 13, 2022
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
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‘I’m tired of being quiet.’ Biden rips Georgia GOP, says time is now to protect voting rights

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris urged Senators to push federal voting rights legislation in a speech Tuesday in Atlanta.

January 11, 2022
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  • Riley Bunch and
  • Stephen Fowler
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Ossoff pushing for postage stamp to honor John Lewis

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., is leading the push for a new postage stamp honoring the late Congressman John Lewis. Ossoff is urging the Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee to recommend approval of a stamp highlighting the Atlanta Democrat’s legacy as a leader and champion for civil and human rights.

October 04, 2021
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  • Dave Williams
Headshots of Andrew Aydin and John Lewis next to the cover of comic book.

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Political Rewind: Story Of John Lewis Illustrated In Pages Of New Graphic Novel

Monday on Political Rewind: It has been more than a year since the passing of civil rights icon and Georgia Congressman John Lewis. And now, the story of Lewis’ life, activism and political career continue in a new series of graphic novels. Run is a sequel to March, a 2013 series illustrating Lewis's early days in the civil rights movement.

August 30, 2021
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Emilia Brock ,
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‘We Can’t Allow Them To Win’: U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson Talks His Arrest While Protesting In D.C.

U.S. Rep. Hank Johnson said he was prepared for the possibility of being arrested when he joined a protest in Washington, D.C., last month.

August 03, 2021
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  • Riley Bunch
An illustration of a ballot box behind chains.

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Political Rewind: New Wrinkles In The Fight To Pass Federal Election Law

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Religious leaders representing more than 1,000 churches staged a voting rights rally at the state Capitol yesterday. They said they will use Georgia’s new election laws as proof that congress must pass federal legislation removing barriers they say limit access to the vote for minority communities.

June 09, 2021
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Emilia Brock ,
  • and 1 more
Rosenwald Hall in Seminole County, Oklahoma. The public school was a Rosenwald School built by Julius Rosenwald and Book T Washington.

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Political Rewind: Author, Photographer Andrew Feiler On The Enduring Legacy Of Rosenwald Schools

Monday on Political Rewind, a conversation with author and photographer Andrew Feiler about his new book, “A Better Life for Their Children: Julius Rosenwald, Booker T. Washington, and the 4,978 Schools That Changed America.” Feiler traveled some 25,000 miles to photograph 500 school buildings that represent a legacy of education in the South.

April 26, 2021
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Emilia Brock ,
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Rep. John Lewis talks to children in a Macon park

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John Lewis Statue For U.S. Capitol Wins Preliminary Approval

A resolution calling for placing a statue of the late Congressman John Lewis inside the U.S. Capitol cleared a committee in the Georgia House of Representatives Wednesday.

February 04, 2021
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  • Dave Williams
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