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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

One year in, Georgia Republicans largely stick with Donald Trump

Georgia's top Republican candidates for statewide office offered no criticism of President Donald Trump after the first year of his second term.

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Why Julian Bond was kicked out of the Georgia Legislature 60 years ago

Julian Bond was barred from the Georgia Legislature in 1966; 60 years later, his son Michael Bond tells the story and reflects on his father's legacy — and sense of humor.

A reflective Kemp redefines his legacy — and looks ahead a Capitol without him
POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Brian Kemp’s needs-based scholarship investment fulfills Democratic dreams

The governor's proposal to spend $325 million boosting a scholarship program for financially needy families comes after years of Democratic lobbying.

Opinion and Voices

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OPINION

Ossoff needs to take a harder line on Venezuela, but he hasn’t so far

Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro created the chaos in his country that created a humanitarian crisis that led to people like the killer of Laken Riley into the U.S.

Elections future
OPINION

Raffensperger: I will not break the law over senators’ political stunt

Georgia senators should be focused on issues like affordability for residents, not engaging in political theater to pressure and embarrass the Secretary of State's Office.

U.S. Sen. Raphael Warnock
OPINION

Health insurance deal hits reality check in U.S. Senate

A bipartisan plan that would extend health insurance subsidies has hit a roadblock in the U.S. Senate.

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Budget hearings

Georgia economist projects slow growth, lingering inflation for 2026

Georgia opts in to new federal school voucher program

Georgia opts in to new federal school voucher program. Here’s what to know.

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OPINION

Ossoff needs to take a harder line on Venezuela, but he hasn’t so far

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Oversight commission begins review of Mayor Dickens’ neighborhood plan

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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

One year in, Georgia Republicans largely stick with Donald Trump

MLK service at Ebenezer

At MLK celebration, Warnock channels King’s legacy to decry ICE raids

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Why Julian Bond was kicked out of the Georgia Legislature 60 years ago

Georgia General Assembly begins 2026 legislative session

Commission to review whether to suspend indicted state House member

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PHOTOS: Julian Bond — denied but not defeated

More than 2,000 addiction and mental health programs nationwide received nearly $2 billion in funding cancellation notices from the Trump administration this week. The U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration reportedly reversed the cuts following a storm of controversy. (Arin Yoon/The New York Times 2025)

Federal government abruptly cuts, restores Georgia mental health funds