Atlanta Forward: Quality of life

The South Carolina legislature has voted to remove the Confederate flag from the statehouse grounds, in the aftermath of the horrific murders at an African-American church in Charleston by an admitted racist who had posed in photos with the banner. Today, two metro Atlantans — one white, one black — address the flag that has had such a divisive history in the South, how Georgia still sanctions the emblem in various ways, and why South Carolina’s move is welcome. Also, an anti-defamation league leader calls on Georgia and South Carolina to enact hate crimes laws.

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On 100th anniversary of his birth, Malcolm X’s message still resonates

Civil right activist’s teachings challenge us to confront systemic injustices unflinchingly. In today’s context, his principles are especially relevant.

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Taking brain-dead Georgia woman off life support won’t violate abortion law

Emory University Hospital will not remove brain-dead pregnant Georgia woman Adriana Smith from life support, but state abortion law does not prohibit this action.

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Geoff Duncan: Democrats need their own Tea Party-type moment

Democrats should shift their eyes to delivering the American dream back to Main Street in terms of the economy, education, health care, public safety and fiscal restraint

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On 100th anniversary of his birth, Malcolm X’s message still resonates

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Taking brain-dead Georgia woman off life support won’t violate abortion law

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Geoff Duncan: Democrats need their own Tea Party-type moment

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Bottoms enters race for Georgia governor with pledge to fight Trumpism

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms entered the race for Georgia governor Tuesday, vowing to bring “battle-tested” leadership to the Capitol.

Tenants allege dangerous conditions at Invitation Homes’ rentals

U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff has launched an investigation into the rental practices of big, out-of-state companies.

Coming to streets near you: Hyundai’s made-in-Georgia, all-electric SUV

Hyundai is showing off its newest model, the IONIQ 9 all-electric SUV, which is being made at the recently opened EV factory near Savannah.