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News Articles: Political Rewind

Political Rewind: Political Conventions Descend in Atlanta

On this edition of Political Rewind, competing visions for creating a better future for Americans are being showcased in Atlanta this weekend.

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Political Rewind: Federal Funding For Partial Medicaid Expansion Now In Question

On this edition of Political Rewind, warning signs emerge that Gov. Brian Kemp’s plans for a partial expansion of Medicaid in Georgia may not win full...

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Alveda King, niece of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr., along with religious leaders, from left, Rev. Bill Owens, Rev. Dean Nelson and Bishop Harry Jackson, speaks at the White House following a meeting with President Donald Trump.

Political Rewind: Alveda King Defends Trump As Critics Grow Louder

On this edition of Political Rewind, as the chorus of critics grow louder for what they say are President Trump’s racist pronouncements, hear why...

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Political Rewind: State Announces New Voting Machines

Today on Political Rewind, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger has annonced new voting machines will be put in place ahead of the 2020 Presidential...

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Store surveillance video shows a confrotation between a state lawmaker and Publix shopper.

Political Rewind: Tempers Flare From Supermarkets To Capitol Hill

On this edition of Political Rewind, allegations presented by Rep. Erica Thomas, as the victim of a racist taunt in a Cobb County supermarket, now...

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In this June 19, 2013, file photo, then-FBI Director Robert Mueller testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington. When special counsel Mueller testifies before Congress it will be a moment many have been waiting for, but it comes with risk for Democrats.

Political Rewind: Georgia Judiciary Members Prepare For Mueller Testimony

On this edition of Political Rewind, Robert Mueller will give his highly anticipated testimony on Capitol Hill tomorrow. With four members on the House...

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Political Rewind: National Partisan Vitriol Creates Local Conflicts

On this edition of Political Rewind, a newly released poll offers clues about Georgian’s opinions on how Gov. Brian Kemp is performing in office, their...

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Political Rewind: New Study Paves Way For Kemp Healthcare Plan

On this edition of Political Rewind, a state commissioned study shows Georgia faces a major challenge in providing health coverage to its poorer...

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U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., speaks as, from left, Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., and Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., listen during a news conference at the Capitol in Washington, Monday, July 15, 2019.

Political Rewind: Why Does Bigotry and Racist Rhetoric Dominate Headlines?

On this edition of Political Rewind, Sam Olens ran two successful statewide campaigns for attorney general and chose not to confront the anti-semitic...

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Joe Biden, left, speaks during a presidential candidates forum in Des Moines, Iowa. Bernie Sanders, right, participates in a rally in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Political Rewind: What Does 'Medicare For All' Mean?

On this edition of Political Rewind, members of Georgia’s congressional delegation respond to President Trump’s tweets urging Democratic congresswoman...

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Plant McDonough-Atkinson in Smyrna, Ga is a natural gas plant capable of producing in excess of 2,500 MWs, enough energy to power approximately 625,000 homes.

Political Rewind: Planning For The Future Of Georgia's Energy

On this edition of Political Rewind, the Public Service Commission is preparing to vote on a power plan that will determine how the state generates...

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President Richard Nixon gave these moon rocks to the state of Georgia in 1972. They will be on display at a special event at UGA's Richard B. Russell Library on Tuesday, July 16, from 12 to 2 p.m.

Special Event Puts Moon Rocks On Display At UGA's Russell Library

The University of Georgia's Richard B. Russell Library is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with an exhibit of rare items collected...

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Political Rewind: Another Democrat Enters 2020 Senate Race

On this edition of Political Rewind, Clarkston Mayor Ted Terry becomes the latest to announce his candidacy for U.S. Senate in 2020.

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Sen. David Perdue, R-Ga., walks to the elevator for a meeting with President-elect Donald Trump at Trump Tower, in New York.

Political Rewind: Finances Roll in for Georgia Candidates, 6th District Voters and President Trump

Today on Political Rewind, the cash behind the campaigns. What do the fundraising numbers for candidates reveal about their support and how could the...

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Political Rewind: Local Races Heat Up, Governor Makes Questionable Appointment

On this edition of Political Rewind, Democrats across the state are crafting their strategy to attempt a majority in the next state legislative...

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