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‘We the People’ are failing the promise of the Declaration of Independence
Over 249 years, the U.S. has overcome numerous obstacles, but in recent years, the challenges and divisions seem more and more insurmountable. We must change that.
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As a novice Peachtree Road Race runner, thanks for advice on beating the heat
Atlanta Journal-Constitution opinion editor David Plazas is a first-time runner of the Peachtree Road Race and shares his experience preparing for the landmark event.
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Medicaid is a lifeline. We cannot let Washington gut it.
As physicians, we know that cuts to Medicaid will jeopardize the lives and livelihoods of patients.
How well do you know your Independence Day history? Take our July 4th quiz.
The Bill of Rights Institute developed an eight-question Independence Day quiz to test Americans' knowledge about the July 4th holiday.
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Sen. Jon Ossoff is exploring the wrong solutions to fix a real housing problem
Professionally managed rental housing providers have come under fire, but they have stepped in to provide affordable housing for the average Georgian.
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Amending state constitution will help Georgia fix affordable housing crisis
Too many Georgia tax assessors are valuing affordable housing projects using a flawed hybrid cost approach. Some developers are walking away and avoiding the property taxes.
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Destruction of Pride flags must have a consequence
Flags are symbols of belonging that are intimately tied to our identity. They can bring us together, but they can also be weaponized to tear us apart.
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‘Big, beautiful bill’ is not fiscally conservative, hurts small businesses
The Republican Party once fought against high debt and for small businesses and entrepreneurs. The 'big, beautiful bill' shows GOP has turned its back on its previous values.
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Medicaid cuts harm Georgians with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Proposed cuts to Medicaid in the "big, beautiful bill" threaten the independence and proximity to community for intellectually and developmentally disabled Georgians.
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Georgia small businesses need Big Beautiful Bill Act’s permanent deduction
Congress should provide certainty for Main Street by making permanent the 20% small business deduction that is set to expire. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act makes that happen.