Tuesday Conversation: Transportation

Late last week, a powerful Georgia congressman outlined a House of Representatives plan to fund a six-year federal highway bill, something the nation has lacked for years. Rep. Tom Price says it can be achieved through tax reform. In our second column, a Perimeter business leader explains how local companies are contributing $10 million to kickstart work on the I-285/Georgia 400 interchange, and how other areas should emulate the investment to help solve gridlock.

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In shutdown fight, Chuck Schumer showed he was overmatched and over his head

Senate Democrats now own weakness and the perception that they are too spineless to stand up to Trump because they folded after they were winning the government shutdown.

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As public schools close in Atlanta, keep the focus on children’s well-being

Atlanta Public Schools is going through the painful process of deciding which schools to close due to enrollment decline. This must be done in the best interest of children.

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As U.S. splinters on public health, the South can lead on improving wellness

States are creating public health guidelines different from federal ones. Meanwhile, the South ranks low in health outcomes, but the region has led progress before.

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Securities and Exchange Commission must be independent, not beholden to Trump

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In shutdown fight, Chuck Schumer showed he was overmatched and over his head

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DeKalb school district reveals $4M social media addiction problem

The district is suing social media companies to get them to pay for addressing students' addiction to apps like Instagram. The companies argue they aren't to blame.

Atlanta airport sees continued cancellations because of shutdown

More than 115 flight cancellations were recorded on a quieter frigid Tuesday morning, far below Saturday's surge of 370.

For Ossoff and Georgia Democrats, the shutdown fight is the message

The fight over the federal government shutdown has allowed Georgia Democrats, like U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff, to show that they have the grit to stand up to Republicans.