Public Affairs

On June 24, Roe v. Wade, which has protected abortion rights for nearly half a century, was overturned, leaving many citizens angry and wondering, what’s next?

Gov. Brian Kemp has appointed Georgia Bureau of Investigation leader Vic Reynolds to the Cobb Judicial Circuit Superior Court.

In today’s polarized political climate, our perspectives are too often shaped by tainted opinions and biased headlines.

Georgia’s primary election will take place on May 24, and a record number of voters have already cast their ballots thanks to early voting.

Operation Shield, a division of the Atlanta Police Department, has launched a new initiative deemed Connect Atlanta.

Recently, in his first State of the City address, Mayor Andre Dickens spoke about several of his visions for Atlanta’s future, laying out plans for clean and green spaces as well as new public safety initiatives.

After an intense runoff election between Andre Dickens and Felicia Moore on Nov. 30, Dickens replaced Keisha Lance Bottoms as Atlanta’s newest mayor.

Lots of national commentary this morning regarding Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms’ announcement to not seek a second term.

Last month, Governor Brian Kemp signed a new voting law, with several key points raising concerns about voter restrictions.

On March 25, Governor Brian Kemp signed SB 202, making sweeping changes to Georgia’s election law in response to the 2020 election.

Although this year’s presidential inauguration was different from previous years, it still held moments of unforgettable history, such as the performance from National Youth Poet Laureate, Amanda Gorman.

Atlantans have yet another reason to be proud of the city as Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms was recently nominated by President Biden for a position with the Democratic National Committee.

With the eyes of the nation and the world on them, Georgians made the final decision in what has been a wild election season.

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The recent election showed some of the highest voter turnout and active involvement in history, but it’s not over yet.

Galvanize Georgia is a grassroots activism group that seeks to inspire Georgians to take action in support of progressive policies and against politicians who serve to undermine progress.

History was made on Nov. 7 when after multiple days Joe Biden was projected as the winner of the presidential election, gaining a record number of more than 70 million votes.

History could be made this week with a shift of power in the White House back to Democrats.

The highly anticipated Senate Judiciary Committee hearings on the nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the United States Supreme Court have ended and the votes are in.

2020 is the gift that keeps on giving.

The Georgia State Patrol recently made history when Stephanie Stallings was appointed as its first female Lieutenant Colonel, becoming the highest-ranking woman on the GSP.

Gov. Kemp recently announced the federal approval of two waivers which will allow the state to expand health insurance coverage outside of the provisions set in the Affordable Care Act (ACA). 

Election day is quickly approaching and Georgians are eagerly getting votes in early.

Arriving at an opportune time, “All In: The Fight For Democracy,” produced by Stacey Abrams, is now streaming on Amazon Prime.

Going into the first presidential debate, it was projected Vice President Biden would win the election by 78%.

This weekend, we lost a legend and powerhouse in our country with the passing of Ruth Bader Ginsburg.

Earlier this summer it was announced the famed 9/11 light tribute, honoring those we lost, would not be shining this year due to the pandemic.

It’s campaign season and many of our loyal readers are involved in the political and policy process, which makes Mattel’s recent unveil of Barbie’s Campaign Team 2020 a timely respite from the serious issues of the day.

The general election takes place Nov. 3 and will determine the next President of the United States.

Earlier this month Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms announced a return to the city’s COVID-19 Phase One guidelines, which she’s since noted is voluntary.