Political Rewind

Friday on Political Rewind: Former Gov. Sonny Perdue is one step away from the top job overseeing Georgia's public universities and colleges. Meanwhile, the latest from the federal hate crimes trial in Brunswick. The prosecution presented evidence to proves racial animus lead to the murder of Ahmaud Arbery by Gregory and Travis McMichael and William "Roddie" Bryan. The Panel: Rene Alegria — CEO, M...

Monday on Political Rewind: In celebration of Black History Month, we're re-airing our conversation with Ambassador Andrew Young. 

Thursday on Political Rewind: A bill from the Georgia Senate would allow people to sue companies if their social media posts are removed or altered. The University of Georgia released a study saying abortions could be cut down with access to more morning-after pills. And texts are released from defendants in Ahmaud Arbery's murder. The Panel Emma Hurt — Reporter, Axios Atlanta Kevin Riley— Editor,...

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Sonny Perdue will become the next chancellor of the state's university system. Meanwhile, Dems are fuming at GOP maneuvers during redistricting. And on the coast, testimony is underway in the trial of the men accused of murdering Ahmaud Arbery. The panel: Greg Bluestein — Political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Margaret Coker — Editor-in-chief, The Curre...

Tuesday on Political Rewind: A conversation about new efforts to help Americans lift themselves out of poverty. Guaranteed basic income initiatives are popping up across the country. Two new programs in Georgia seek to provide impoverished residents with a stable flow of income over one year. Can these programs help tackle inequity? The panel: Amir Farokhi – Atlanta city councilmember Tamar Haller...

Monday on Political Rewind: The federal trial to determine whether racial hatred led to the murder of Ahmaud Arbery begins in Brunswick, Georgia. And, after many months the Buckhead city movement collapsed in a matter of hours last week. But we start with all of the Georgia connections in last night's Super Bowl. The panel: Adrienne Jones — Professor of political science & director of pre-law, Mor...

Friday on Political Rewind: GOP state lawmakers want Georgia colleges to report on where they’ve increased spending, and if curriculum included “diversity, equity, inclusion, advocacy and activism.” Plus, can Vernon Jones win in the 10th District with a Trump endorsement? Patricia Murphy — Politics reporter and columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rene Alegria — CEO, Mundo Hispanico Digital...

Thursday on Political Rewind: Gov. Kemp said he supports legislation giving parents the right to decide if their children should wear masks in school. Plus, a conservative voter mobilization group launches a campaign to expand Sunday voting in rural areas of the state. The panel:  Adam Van Brimmer — Editorial page editor, Savannah Morning News Chuck Williams — Reporter, WRBL-TV Columbus Kevin Rile...

Wednesday on Political Rewind: A federal judge in Atlanta suggests he may have to stop hearing a voting rights lawsuit after a Supreme Court decision on a Alabama redistricting case. Newly released campaign fundraising totals show Stacey Abrams and Raphael Warnock outraised their GOP rivals. And Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan has further distanced himself from Republican loyalists to former President Donal...

Tuesday on Political Rewind: A discussion with Georgia mayors. We asked them about governing through the pandemic. Meanwhile, an Atlanta federal judge began hearing arguments this week in a lawsuit claiming Georgia’s newly drawn congressional map underrepresents Black voters. Plus, school mask mandates are being dropped in a number of states, some with Democratic governors who had been early suppo...

Monday on Political Rewind: Partisan gerrymandering has reduced the number of competitive congressional seats to lows not seen for decades. Meanwhile, Georgia GOP legislators promote bills that would exert new control over the teaching of race in state classrooms. Also, the federal trial for the McMichaels for the murder of Ahmaud Arbery begins this week. The Panel: Jim Galloway — Former political...

Friday on Political Rewind: This year's session of the General Assembly might be defined by efforts to control what is taught in the state’s schools. GOP bills banning “critical race theory” and “obscene” books are in the mix. Our panel looks at the potential impact. Meanwhile, one defendant in the federal trial of the murderers of Ahmaud Arbery withdraws his guilty plea, ensuring the hate crime t...

Thursday on Political Rewind: A look at the slate of legislation in the General Assembly. Among those bills, we discussed a proposed parental "bill of rights” for Georgia schools. Gov. Brian Kemp said the legislation would allow parents a more active role in their child’s education, but critics warn the bill could cause a chill on free speech. Republican governors of other states, like Gov. Ron De...

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Permitless carry advances in the state Senate. Meanwhile, more than two dozen business leaders oppose Buckhead cityhood. David Perdue releases his first TV commercial. Plus, we'll hear from a lead sponsor on HB 1013, which seeks to improve mental health resources. The Panel: Greg Bluestein — political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Leo Smith — Republican...

Tuesday on Political Rewind: A judge rejected a plea deal in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery. Meanwhile, the Fulton County district attorney asked the FBI for security help as she investigates former President Donald Trump's efforts to overturn the election. Sonny Perdue could be back on track to become the next chancellor for the Georgia university system. And a Senate committee takes up constitutio...

Monday on Political Rewind: The McMichaels have reached a plea deal to avoid federal charges in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery, but a judge needs to sign off on it. Meanwhile, Arbery's parents are calling the deal a betrayal. David Shafer, the chairman of the Georgia Republican Party, has been subpoenaed. He'll testify to the congressional committee investigating the January 6th insurrection. Plus,...

Friday on Political Rewind: After two new polls show Gov. Brian Kemp with a solid lead over his opponent Sen. David Perdue, the Kemp camp calls for Perdue to drop out of the race. Meanwhile, GOP legislators continue their campaign to increase oversight on the curriculum in Georgia schools. The Panel: Dr. Andra Gillespie — Professor of political science and director, James Weldon Johnson for the St...

Thursday on Political Rewind: A new Atlanta Journal-Constitution poll shows President Biden's approval ratings dropped drastically in Georgia. We also look at the renewed push to focus on mental health in the General Assembly. And the acting chancellor of the university system, following a request from conservative state lawmakers, asks for reports on classes talking about race and oppression. The...

Wednesday on Political Rewind: The Department of Justice is investigating the fraudulent slate of Donald Trump electors in Georgia. Plus, House Speaker David Ralston prepares to unveil a bill to dramatically expand mental health resources. And GOP lawmakers are looking to ban access to abortion pills by mail. The Panel: Dr. Amy Steigerwalt — Professor of political science, Georgia State University...

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Speaker David Ralston joined us to discuss one of the most contentious sessions in his 12 years of holding the gavel in the General Assembly. We asked Ralston how he intends to navigate through hot button issues like a ban on the teaching of critical race theory and book bans in schools while keeping the 2022 session focused on the issues that matter to him most. The p...

Monday on Political Rewind: We are back under the Gold Dome! The state Capitol is buzzing again as lawmakers get to work on Gov. Kemp's proposed budget. We took a look at the different parts of the budget and how lawmakers will likely alter its contents. The Panel: James Salzer – Assistant senior editor of state government and politics, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Leo Smith – GOP consultant a...

Friday on Political Rewind: Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has called for a grand jury to investigate former President Donald Trump's attempts to meddle in the 2020 election. Plus, A fiery gubernatorial election drives the Republican primary to hot-button issues. The panel: Dr. Andra Gillespie — Professor of political science and director, James Weldon Johnson for the Study of Race an...

Thursday on Political Rewind: President Joe Biden faced a series of daunting challenges since taking office one year ago, including a dramatic resurgence of the coronavirus and a unified GOP Senate minority determined to block the president's agenda. Plus, former Sen. David Perdue is calling for a new police unit to monitor state elections, based on his continuing lies about massive election fraud...

Wednesday on Political Rewind: The fight to pass a federal voting rights law is now taking center stage in the U.S. Senate. Also: Gov. Kemp and David Perdue are trading charges of illegal campaign fundraising activities. Meanwhile, Stacey Abrams is expected to get an important endorsement today. The panel: Dr. Adrienne Jones — Political science professor, Morehouse College Greg Bluestein — Politic...

Tuesday on Political Rewind we talk one-on-one with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Farah Stockman. We dive into Stockman's book "American Made" to see how the loss of manufacturing jobs changed the political landscape of the early 21st century. But first, the latest on voting rights as the Senate skips recess to vote on the matter. Farah Stockman, Pulitzer Prize-winning Journalist, and New York...