As you know, we strive to be a site that specializes in Georgia politics. That’s different than the politics of Georgians, which opens up all discussions to the national talking points of the day. That said we’re also a community, and we understand that you fine people still want (for some of you need) to
Last week, Representative Earl Ehrhart, Chairman of the House Appropriations Subcommittee On Higher Education, had much to say about due process in collegiate judicial proceedings involving students, or lack thereof. Chairman Ehrhart’s criticism of the school’s judicial proceedings is actually completely legitimate. Sexual assault allegations should be taken very seriously. It’s a problem plaguing many college campuses
It has not been a good few days for the Georgia Republican Party. I take no joy in the following two items, as I invested so much time, energy, and money into the GAGOP over the last decade. I also have people that I admire, respect, and share a friendship with that are in the
The American Conservative Union is out with its annual ranking of the Georgia legislature for the 2015 session. The organization looked at 14 Senate votes and ten House votes, giving points to legislators who voted the way the ACU prefers. A vote for HB 170, the Transportation Funding Act, whether in the House or in
Senator Vincent Fort has introduced a bill that would prevent the State of Georgia from celebrating holidays that honor the Confederate States of America. This is a debate that we can have in Georgia, but Rep. Benton’s response does not indicate that a thoughtful, high-minded exchange of ideas will be forthcoming. “That’s no better than
…and then there were three for Georgia’s Third Congressional District. Fayette County resident (and business partner of Chick-Fil-A’s Dan Cathy) has formally announced his bid to replace Lynn Westmoreland when his term ends in January. Westmoreland has announced he is not seeking re-election. In addition to Pace who has never held public office, Senator Mike
Michael Graham is a Tea Party activist and radio talk show host on Atlanta’s 106.7. He’s on from 9-noon daily. And yesterday was quite the banner day for him. He had noted Tea Party face and friend of Al Gore Debbie Dooley on his show to give her endorsement of Donald Trump. Those of you
Legislation will not be needed this year to fix the Department of Revenue’s recent re-interpretation of rules that govern Georgia’s Craft Breweries and the sales associated with their tours. The AJC’s Aaron Sheinin has the scoop: All sides have agreed to a regulatory solution that will avoid a fight over legislation this year. The deal,
Updated at 2:25 PM on 1/26/16: From GPB, Rep. Jason Spencer has released a statement: Updated at 11:55 AM on 1/26/16: Maureen Downey reports that Jeremy Spencer is no longer employed by the DOE. From Superintendent Woods’ statement: “These posts in no way reflect my opinions, or those of the Department of Education.” There are
To run for a seat in the Georgia legislature, you need to meet a few qualifications: You must be a resident in your district for at least one year prior to qualifying, you need to be either 25 (for the Senate) or 21 (for the House) years old, and you need to have been Georgia
