Cagle TV Ad: Kemp Mucks Things Up

Casey Cagle has released a new TV ad that compares Cagle to President Donald Trump by stating they both get things done. Cagle states that he and Governor Nathan Deal produced real results, including creating over 600,000 new jobs, cutting income taxes, and fighting against sanctuary cities. In comparison, Cagle’s ad states that Brian Kemp

Senator Isakson Addresses Veteran Tragedy At GA Capitol Yesterday

Senator Johnny Isakson is Chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee. As I noted in a recent column, his committee has been passing a series of reform measures aimed at fixing the myriad of problems within the V.A. system. Despite progress, many veterans still need help. Senator Isakson’s remarks were optimistic about the improvements while

Supreme Court Justice Kennedy Retires; Two Georgians On Replacement List

This afternoon, Supreme Court Associate Justice Anthony Kennedy announced his retirement after the court concluded it’s term. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has already stated that he looks forward to having a replacement nominee confirmed this fall. The Supreme Court begins its next term in October, so presumably, there will be no effective vacancy. President

Consumer Alert: Credit Freezes Free in Georgia Beginning July 1

The office of Chris Carr, Attorney General of Georgia, has issued an important consumer alert that can potentially aid Georgia citizens in protecting their credit, especially in light of the repeated failures of governmental agencies and private companies in protecting data from breaches: This year, Governor Deal signed Senate Bill 376, allowing Georgians to freeze

Kemp Campaign Responds to Cagle Campaign’s Demand

Ryan Mahoney, Kemp for Governor spokesman: “It’s depressing to watch what career politicians – who are on the verge of indictment – will do when their poll numbers and fundraising are lagging. “Every contribution received by Kemp for Governor is vetted by both our compliance and legal teams. We have gone above and beyond what’s

SCOTUS Returns Water Wars Case To Special Master

It’s Not over. The Tri-State Water Wars have remanded the Tri State Water Wars case back to the Special Master. In a 5-4 decision, SCOTUS has said that different criteria need to be considered. You can read the full decision here. The case follows after a recommendation from a Special Master in February of 2017

Morning Reads for June 27

What’ve you gotten America for her birthday–now a week away! GQ: Jimmy Carter for Higher Office! “We need Mr. Jimmy now more than ever.” United Methodist News: Abrams has deep Methodist roots Southeast Farm Press: Georgia ag leaders respond to 2018 Farm Bill The Ripon Advance: Buddy Carter leading Camden Spaceport development effort.  Gov. Deal

Cagle Campaign Demands Kemp Return Donations

The Cagle for Georgia campaign has issued a statement in response to a report issued today by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution stating that Brian Kemp’s campaign has received at least $325,000 in donations from businesses and individuals in industries he regulates. This amount apparently includes donations directly from the businesses themselves. An ethics complaint is currently

Veteran Sets Fire to Himself in Front of State Capitol

According the AJC, a 58 year-old Air Force Veteran who was disgruntled with the VA, set himself on fire with a homemade device, firecrackers, and flammable liquid outside the Capitol in Atlanta this morning. From GSP Capt. Mark Perry, “He was strapped with some homemade incendiary devices (and) firecrackers, and doused himself with some kind of