David Wickert
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David Wickert has been a reporter at The Atlanta Journal-Constitution since 2010. He writes about the state budget, finance and voting issues. Previously, he covered local government and politics in Gwinnett and Fulton counties. Prior to arriving in Atlanta, he worked at newspapers in Washington state, Illinois, Virginia and Tennessee. He lives near Lilburn with his wife Shelly and their two children.
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Property taxes

Georgia Democrats talk property taxes as they eye a possible House takeover

Georgia Chamber Congressional Luncheon

As more democratic socialists win, the Georgia GOP looks to capitalize

Group tied to First Liberty accused of campaign finance violations

Ethics commission overrules judge, setting up possible fine for GOP groups

Gov. Brian Kemp budget bill signing

Brian Kemp warns of possible spending cuts as he prepares to leave office

Group tied to First Liberty accused of campaign finance violations

Judge rules for GOP groups in case tied to First Liberty

David Emadi

Georgia’s campaign finance watchdog is stepping down

Georgia State Capitol

Here are the new Georgia laws set to take effect July 1

Property tax debate

Georgia’s tax debate: Raise sales taxes to lower property taxes?

Special session

Georgia’s special legislative session ends with no redistricting

Special session June 22

Georgia lawmakers closer to fixing election mess