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Monday Mailbag: Independents, Georgia Power bills and data centers

‘Politically Georgia’ hosts answer questions from the listener mailbag.
The AJC’s “Politically Georgia” podcast is available on AJC.com and wherever you get your podcasts.
The AJC’s “Politically Georgia” podcast is available on AJC.com and wherever you get your podcasts.
Dec 15, 2025

On Monday’s episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s “Politically Georgia” podcast, AJC journalists Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell dive into listener questions about independents, Georgia power bills and data centers.

Bluestein also analyzes what was behind Democrats stunning victory in a state House district designed for Republicans to win and how the flipped seat sent shock waves across Georgia.

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About the Author

Natalie Mendenhall is an award-winning producer for the "Politically Georgia" podcast. She also steps in front of the mic, creating compelling segments for the show. Before joining the AJC, the Chicago native worked as a senior producer at Georgia Public Broadcasting.

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