Rep. Karen Lupton

GA House Rules

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GA House Rules is a podcast that takes you behind the headlines, with real talk for people who want to understand the real impact of what’s happening in the House Democratic Caucus of Georgia’s General Assembly. Join us as we decipher the double-speak and shine a light on things intentionally buried. We’ll learn who makes the rules, who follows the rules, and when the rules don’t apply. Learn about Democratic initiatives to help every citizen in Georgia Live, Learn, and Earn in our great state. Georgia House Democrats are on your side, working for you, and you can hear about it righ...

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Rep. Karen Lupton

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Ep.7: "What's Law Got To Do With It?" w/guest Rep. Anne Allen Westbrook 13.05.2025 45:16

Attorney and State Representative Anne Allen Westbrook joins us to discuss the importance of the rule of law in our system of government. What happens when the law is disregarded? summary In this episode of Georgia House Rules, Representatives Karen Lupton and Anne Allen Westbrook discuss their experiences in the Georgia State Legislature, focusing on community engagement, the importance of the r...

Ep.6: "Take a Walk!" w/guest Leader Carolyn Hugley 23.04.2025 42:27

What was behind the Ga House Democratic Caucus's decision to walk out of the House chamber on April 2, 2025? Who makes the House Democratic Caucus run, anyway? What are our plans for 2026? Find the answers in our conversation with the House Democratic Caucus Leader, Representative Carolyn Hugley. summary In this episode of Georgia House Rules, State Representative Karen Lupton interviews Rep...

Ep.5: Bibles & Bad Bills w/guest Rep. Park Cannon 02.04.2025 29:32

This week, Rep. Park Cannon joined us in exposing the disintegrating wall between church and state in the Georgia General Assembly. While Democrats submit bills to strengthen public schools, expand maternal healthcare, protect crime victims, and get needed services to our communities, Republicans are continually influenced by right-wing Christian Nationalists in the halls of the Capitol; that judg...

Ep.4: "I'm Disgusted" w/guest Reps. Inga Willis and Omari Crawford 26.03.2025 47:11

How do we feel now that the biggest vote of Georgia's legislative session is behind us? We're holding nothing back as we discuss the happenings in the House chamber on the day of the recent vote on SB 68 - TORT REFORM! summary In this episode of Georgia House Rules, Representative Karen Lupton is joined by colleagues Representative Omari Crawford and Representative Inga Willis to discuss...

Ep.3: Tort Authority & HOPE w/guest Rep. Stacey Evans 18.03.2025 43:59

The Georgia Governor seems to want to challenge the separation of powers in the state government with his push for tort reform. Rep. Stacey Evans has had a front-row seat to the process and is also an ardent supporter of the HOPE Scholarship. Would you be surprised to know that Georgia has an abundance of HOPE? summary In this episode of Georgia House Rules, State Representatives Karen Lupton and...

Ep.2: Insurance Shell Game & More w/guest Rep. Long Tran 11.03.2025 31:43

This week on GA House Rules, State Representatives Karen Lupton and Long Tran discuss immigration issues, the insurance shell game in Florida, and Nebraska (yes, Nebraska), among other current legislative issues! This wide-ranging discussion will inform and engage you! summary In this episode of Georgia House Rules, Representative Karen Lupton and Representative Long Tran discuss pressing issues...

Ep.1: Tort & Retort w/guest Rep. Marvin Lim 25.02.2025 34:03

summary In this episode of Georgia House Rules, Representative Karen Lupton and Representative Marvin Lim discuss the complexities of tort reform in Georgia. They explore the definition of torts, the implications of Governor Kemp's tort reform agenda, and how these changes could impact everyday Georgians. The conversation delves into the relationship between tort reform and rising insurance p...

GA House Rules Promo 17.02.2025 1:59

Get ready for GA House Rules, the podcast that takes you behind the headlines and onto the front lines of the House Democratic Caucus in the Georgia General Assembly. It's some real talk as our host, Rep. Karen Lupton and her guests break down legislative battles and policy fights in the State House and beyond. Find out about our goals to help every citizen Live, Learn and Earn in Georgia. T...