Political Rewind

Monday on Political Rewind, more pain last weekend as protests broke out across Georgia following the death of 27- year-old Rayshard Brooks at the hands of police. Our panel discussed the latest conversations surrounding police brutality and systemic racism as national attention returned to Atlanta in wake of the fatal police shooting.

Friday on Political Rewind, the state legislature returns on Monday to finish up the session. How is recent news likely to shift business down at the capitol building? And, the fallout from Tuesday's chaotic primary election continues with county and state officials pointing fingers at what they say was at issue.

Thursday on Political Rewind, unemployment remains a serious issue across the country and the state of Georgia. We discussed the uncertain future for workers with Commissioner of Labor Mark Butler. Panelists: Mark Butler -- Commissioner of Labor, Georgia Department of Labor Kevin Riley -- Editor, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

This Wednesday afternoon on Political Rewind, we're joined by House Speaker David Ralston to discuss Tuesday's chaotic primary in Georgia. We also discussed the latest results from that election, and the status of hate crime legislation following new attention to the subject. Panelists: Jim Galloway — Lead Political Writer, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Patricia Murphy — GPB's Lawmakers Capitol...

On Political Rewind Wednesday morning, we looked back at yesterday's chaotic primary. Social distancing, fewer polling stations and inexperienced staff all played a roll in an election day that went long into the night with delays for many voters. We debriefed with our panel of political insiders. Greg Bluestein -- Politics Reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Alan Abramowitz -- Professor of...

On the afternoon edition of Political Rewind, voters experience long lines, missing voting machines and poorly trained poll workers as in-person voting kicks-off for primary elections in Georgia. We spoke to an election official from the Secretary of State's office and our panel of political experts in the afternoon after hours of voting. Panelists: David Dreyer -- Georgia State Rep. (D-Atlanta) S...

On this Tuesday morning's Political Rewind, the primary election twice postponed is finally here. Voters head to vote in-person at polling locations across the state for a range of county, state and federal offices. We discussed the latest news with our panel of political insiders.

Monday on Political Rewind, after some delays the primary election is here. Polls will open across the state tomorrow as Georgians vote on a number of local, state and federal races. We took a look the ongoing demonstrations across the nation might shape the results. Jim Galloway – Lead Political Writer, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Lori Geary – Georgia Gang Host Karen Owen – Professor of Poli...

Friday on Political Rewind, a big day in Georgia political news. Early voting for the state’s June 9 primary ends today. Officials predict long lines could lead to hours long waits at polling places next Tuesday. Additionally, reporting from GPB News and the Georgia News Lab reveals less polling locations in many areas than in previous election years. Panelists: Alan Abramowitz – Political Science...

Thursday on Political Rewind, a conversation with a police chief who says police departments need a culture change that values human life. Today, we were joined by LaGrange Police Chief Louis Dekmar. And, a roundtable of journalists discuss their experiences covering the ongoing demonstrations against police violence across Georgia. Panelists: Ellen Eldridge – Digital Manager and Reporter, GPB New...

The primary in Georgia is less than a week away. Where do we stand going into June 9's elections following widespread unrest over systemic racism? Our panel of political insiders weighed in. Panelists: Greg Bluestein – Politics Reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Tharon Johnson – Democratic Strategist Edward Lindsey – Republican Strategist Patricia Murphy – State Capitol Reporter, GPB’s Law...

Tuesday on Political Rewind, demonstrations continue in Atlanta and across Georgia as protesters voiced opposition and anguish over the death of George Floyd and patterns of police violence against black communities. We discussed the response from local officials and what comes next with our panel. Panelists: Tamar Hallerman – Senior Reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Karen Owen – Professo...

Monday on Political Rewind, demonstrations across Georgia against police violence drew huge crowds this weekend. So, what’s next for our communities, our elected officials and our public policy? We asked our panel of political insiders, elected leaders and journalists. Panelists: Howard Franklin – Democratic Strategist Jim Galloway – Lead Political Writer, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Michael...

Friday on Political Rewind, we will discuss the latest news as national protests respond to the deaths of Ahmaud Arbery and, more recently, George Floyd. And, developments in Gov. Brian Kemp's social distancing guidelines. Panelists: Jackie Cushman - Republican Strategist, Author Jim Galloway - Lead Political Writer, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Jeremiah Olney - Democratic Strategist Leo Smith...

Thursday on Political Rewind, journalists and researchers are trying to determine how the public health policy of state officials is impacting the spread of COVID-19 in Georgia. Two top public health experts joined us to discuss the latest developments of coronavirus and the state’s response. What are public health professionals thinking about the virus at this stage of the pandemic? Dr. Harry Hei...

Wednesday on Political Rewind, we are joined by the Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger to discuss the unfolding primary in Georgia. How have social distancing guidelines and looming state budget cuts changed the way the officials are managing the elections? Panelists: Greg Bluestein – Politics Reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Mark Niesse – Reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Br...

Tuesday on Political Rewind, we’re back from a long Memorial weekend. We discussed the latest on the public health guidance in response to COVID-19 and the ongoing race between Sen. Kelly Loeffler and Rep. Doug Collins. Panelists: Lori Geary – Georgia Gang Host Tamar Hallerman – Senior Reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Tia Mitchell – Washington Correspondent, The Atlanta Journal-Constitut...

Friday on Political Rewind, President Donald Trump is threatening to deny federal funds to the state of Michigan because of the promotion of absentee ballots in 2020’s elections. The president, as well as many Republicans in the state of Georgia, say voting by mail is too vulnerable to fraud. In Georgia, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger sent out 6.9 million absentee ballot request forms to re...

Thursday on Political Rewind, how do we grieve a loved one in the isolation brought on by the pandemic? Today, a personal story of dealing with loss in these times. We discussed the process of grief with the chief medical officer at Skyland Trail, one of the premiere nonprofit mental health treatment centers in the Southeast. Panelists: Dr. Raymond Kotwicki — Chief Medical Officer, Skyland Trail K...

Wednesday on Political Rewind, critics said Gov. Brian Kemp took a big risk in beginning to open the state’s economy earlier than was safe. As the lessening of restrictions has begun, is his decision paying-off? Or could it simply be too early to tell? We’ll take a look at the impact of the governor’s decision so far with our panel of political insiders. Panelists: Greg Bluestein – Politics Report...

Tuesday on Political Rewind, politics doe not stop in the midst of a nationwide pandemic response. Early voting started this week in the statewide June 9 primary. Crowded races for Georgia’s congressional seats are drawing nationwide attention as Democrats and Republicans size up their chances in 2020’s elections. We discussed the latest with our panel of Georgia political insiders. Tamar Hallerma...

Monday on Political Rewind, in-person early voting begins but there will be fewer polling places open than usual. Measures are being taken at many locations to keep both voters, and poll workers, safe. But will it be enough to make voters feel safe enough to participate?

Friday on Political Rewind, national attention turned to Georgia this month as video of the February shooting death of Ahmaud Arbery went viral, drawing widespread anger. Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr has now requested state and federal investigation into the handling of the case. He joins us on today’s show to discuss the latest. Panelists: Chris Carr – State Attorney General Jim Galloway –...

Thursday on Political Rewind, we look at how the virus is disrupting education for Georgia students. Administrators face a big decision as the fall semester approaches; do they prepare for in-person classes that will likely require social distancing measures or adopt another round of remote learning? But, what do students lose when they cannot meet for classes in-person? And how might the massive...

Wednesday on Political Rewind, could the tragic story of Ahmaud Arbery spur action on the part of Georgia’s elected officials? And now that a new District Attorney is at the helm, the case’s fourth, what can we expect as proceedings continue? We spoke to attorney Chris Stewart, one of the lawyers representing the Arbery family and Georgia Public Broadcasting’s reporter Emily Jones.