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Joel Paez, father of Manuel Esteban Paez Terán, speaks during a press conference, Monday, March 13, 2023, in Decatur, Ga. A press conference was held to give additional autopsy findings in Terán's death. (AP Photo/Alex Slitz)

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Political Rewind: Equal Pay Day; Family of slain activist releases independent autopsy; SB 140

Tuesday on Political Rewind: The family of Manuel Terán said an independent autopsy created more questions than answers. They're suing the city of Atlanta for more information. Meanwhile, 500 Georgia health care providers oppose Senate Bill 140, which would ban gender-affirming care for minors.

March 14, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene at a press conference outside the U.S. Capitol on Sept. 20 pitched her legislation to make it a felony to perform gender-affirming care on transgender youth. Jennifer Shutt/Georgia Recorder

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Political Rewind: Republicans push anti-transgender legislation; activist had hands up when killed

Monday on Political Rewind: With the 2024 elections around the corner, Republicans nationwide are promoting anti-transgender legislation. We look at the measures under the Dome. Plus, the mother of Manuel Teran says an independent autopsy shows the activist's hands were raised when they were killed. 

March 13, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Charles Bullock

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Political Rewind: In conversation with UGA's Dr. Charles Bullock, the state's top political expert

Friday on Political Rewind: We continue our series with thought leaders around Georgia. This time we talk with University of Georgia professor Charles Bullock about his 50-year career. We'll also get his thoughts on where Georgia politics stands, and the continuation of runoffs elections.

March 10, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Manohla Dargis

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Political Rewind bonus episode: A chat about women in film with The New York Times' Manohla Dargis

Bonus episode: On this special edition, we take a look at the impact of women in film. We sit down with The New York Times' Manohla Dargis to discuss their roles in front of and behind the camera — and we also dive into Oscar predictions. 

March 09, 2023
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: State House set to pass 2024 budget; Protesters accuse police of harmful tactics

Thursday on Political Rewind: The Georgia House is set to pass a 2024 budget that increases investment in law enforcement and public safety, including funds to address concerns in Buckhead. Meanwhile, opponents of the planned Atlanta police training center are accusing police of heavy-handed tactics.

March 09, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: A look at the wage gap and reproductive issues on International Women's Day

Wednesday on Political Rewind: On International Women's Day, our panel is looking at the issues that affect women in Georgia and across the nation. 

March 08, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns (R - Newington) speaks at the Georgia State Capitol on March 6, 2023 (GPB News / Sarah Kallis)

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: What's still standing after Crossover Day; Dozens charged with domestic terror

Tuesday on Political Rewind: We now know the winners and losers from Crossover Day. Sports betting falls short, but our panel breaks down what remains.

Some two dozen people were charged with domestic terrorism in response to violence at the planned police training facility. 

March 07, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut and
  • Chase McGee

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Last chance for major bills; Trump versus Willis; Buckhead City calls it quits

Monday on Political Rewind: It's Crossover Day under the Dome. Today, several high profile bills are on the line at the Legislature. Our panel breaks down the latest.

March 06, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut and
  • Chase McGee
A view of lawmakers inside the capitol.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Buckhead City, 'Don't Say Gay,' sports gambling bills all die in the Senate

Friday on Political Rewind: Sports gambling, Buckhead City, and Georgia's "Don't Say Gay" bills failed in the state Senate.

Meanwhile, the House passed an expanded mental health services bill.

 

March 03, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis speaks after the primary election for the midterms during the "Keep Florida Free Tour" at Pepin's Hospitality Centre in Tampa, Florida, U.S., August 24, 2022. Photo by Octavio Jones/REUTERS

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Growing distrust and political problems for the press

Thursday on Political Rewind: Fox News hosts spread election conspiracies they knew were false. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is trying to overturn laws that shield journalists from lawsuits. In Georgia, reporters battle the state's open record process. Our panel speaks on the problems facing the press.

March 02, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
In this Oct. 29, 2020, file photo, a person places a mail-in ballot in a drop box at the Clark County Election Department in Las Vegas. As Republicans roll back access to the ballot, Democratic lawmakers have been quietly moving to expand voting rights.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Bill to ban drop boxes; Kemp flattens Buckhead cityhood; Student debt relief

Wednesday on Political Rewind: As the Legislature reaches a deadline for passing bills this session, Republicans continue pushing measures that would expand their reach into local governments. But Gov. Brian Kemp signals disinterest in a Buckhead City secession. Meanwhile, Biden's student debt plan faces an uphill battle in Supreme Court. Finally, we take a look at the history of SNCC and civil rights in Georgia. 

March 01, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
The U.S. Supreme Court is seen as justices returned to the high court for the first time since the leak of a draft majority opinion written by Justice Samuel Alito preparing for a majority of the court to overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade abortion rights decision later this year, in Washington, U.S., May 12, 2022. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Supreme Court weighs Biden student loan forgiveness; Buckhead City makes new steps

Tuesday on Political Rewind: The U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on the Biden student debt relief plan, which could affect more than 1 million Georgians. Legislation to create "Buckhead City" passed a Senate committee, a new milestone in the move to annex the neighborhood from Atlanta.

February 28, 2023
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Yard signs supporting the initiative to incorporate Buckhead as a distinct city. Proponents of the effort have fielded thousands of requests for yard signs during the first three weeks of availability, pictured on Monday, Sept. 27, 2021 in Atlanta.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Buckhead cityhood bill advances; Fulton grand jury foreperson spoofed on SNL

Monday on Political Rewind: Host Bill Nigut returns! We'll discuss when Fulton County DA Fani Willis could release possible indictments from her investigation into the 2020 election. Meanwhile, Gov. Brian Kemp joined national GOP donors at a retreat in Texas, as he cuts ties with the state GOP. But first: Two Buckhead cityhood bills advance moments before our 9 a.m. show.

February 27, 2023
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  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
Consultant and advocate for the homeless Andrae Bailey explains the concept of "Housing First" to non-profit leaders in Macon recently.

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Issues in Athens, Macon, and Savannah on housing, homelessness, and environment

Friday on Political Rewind: Across the state, legislators and organizers are looking for solutions to homelessness — this as the cost of home ownership continues to skyrocket. Also, we look at environmental issues facing our state.

February 24, 2023
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By:
  • Natalie Mendenhall and
  • Chase McGee
A row of houses in Atlanta

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  • Politics

Political Rewind: Why is rent so high? Breaking down the AJC's 'American Dream for Rent' series

Thursday on Political Rewind: Across metro Atlanta, corporations have bought up tens of thousands of homes, raising rents and pricing middle-class Georgians out of home ownership. Our special panel of journalists and government leaders explains why the rent is so high.

February 23, 2023
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  • Natalie Mendenhall and
  • Chase McGee
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