Georgia’s week in politics: An idea for commuter rail returns

Here's a look at some of the political and government stories that The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's staff broke online during the past week. To see more of them, go to http://www.myajc.com/georgia-politics/.

ExploreThe rebirth of an idea for commuter rail.

ExploreArthur Blank: NFL players’ anthem protests are not a sign of disrespect.

ExploreProposal seeks more money for cops in Cobb County.

ExploreA chat with Andrew Young, on the state of the Atlanta mayor’s race.

ExploreKeisha Lance Bottoms, Stacey Evans form alliance.

ExploreCathy Woolard plans event to decide who to back in Atlanta mayoral runoff.

ExploreKeisha Lance Bottoms, Mary Norwood make high-profile appearances at same firm.

ExploreTop Democrats get behind Keisha Lance Bottoms in Atlanta mayoral race.

ExploreJohn Lewis throws support behind Alex Wan for Atlanta City Council president.

ExploreC.T. Martin backs Alex Wan in runoff for Atlanta City Council president.

ExploreRepublican Michael Williams, a candidate for governor, raises objections with pay raises for Legislature.

ExploreProgressive groups back Stacey Abrams’ bid for governor.

ExploreStacey Abrams questions use of tax incentives to land industries.

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