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Political Rewind

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The political game in Georgia is more dynamic than ever. From local elected officials to state and federal government, we're facing complicated issues. On "Political Rewind" we take the time to break down these issues, speaking directly to the decision makers. We not only get you caught up on the week that was in state politics, but we look ahead so that you will stay informed.

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Aug 1, 2024

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Political Rewind: House Committee Investigating Georgia Elections 07.03.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind , the House Oversight Committee announced Wednesday a new investigation into allegations of voter suppression in Georgia during the 2018 midterm elections. The announcement came a few hours after federal prosecutors announced charges in the ongoing Atlanta City Hall corruption probe.

Political Rewind: Lawmakers Scramble As Crossover Deadline Approaches 06.03.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, conservative legislators are scrambling to save their latest version of a religious liberty bill that appears to be on life support this week. Our panel looks at the obstacles that continue to block passage of a measure that’s stirred controversy for the better part of the past decade.

Political Rewind: Deborah Lipstadt on Antisemitism in America 05.03.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, we look at a subject many people would simply like to ignore: antisemitism.

Political Rewind: Controversial Bills Debut Ahead of Crossover Day 02.03.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, it’s been some time since legislators have taken a serious look at further restrictions on abortion in Georgia. But now, a move to all but make the procedure illegal is up for consideration and Gov. Kemp has added his voice to the debate. Our panel looks at what might be the most explosive issue of the 2019 session.

Political Rewind: Cohen Hearing, Abortion Bill and Kemp Healthcare Plan Moves Forward 28.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, President Donald Trump’s former lawyer Michael Cohen is continuing his appearance before the House Oversight Committee on capitol hill. Have we learned anything new from his public testimony? Meanwhile, the President is in Hanoi meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

Political Rewind: No Funds for Rural Broadband, Home Regulations, Trump Abortion Law 27.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, plans to expand broadband to rural Georgia may be in jeopardy after legislators kill a bill that would pay for the project with a tax on video streaming services. Where will the funds to pay for the project come now?

Political Rewind: Vote to Expand MARTA to Gwinnett County 26.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, a crucial vote that will give us clues about the appetite for transit in metro Atlanta starts today. Will voters approve a measure to expand MARTA to Gwinnett County? We’ll talk with the county’s chairwoman Charlotte Nash, who is leading the effort to bring MARTA to Gwinnett.

Political Rewind: Fmr. Govs Back Ralston Amid Calls to Resign 23.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, as David Ralston faces calls for his resignation from GOP colleagues, Gov. Kemp and former Govs. Roy Barnes and Nathan Deal have voiced their support. We discuss the future for the state house speaker.

Political Rewind: Kemp Medicaid Plan Gets Committee Approval 21.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, two major policy proposals are taking shape at the legislature right now. A Senate committee has voted to give Gov. Kemp the power to determine the future of Medicaid expansion in Georgia. The measure is sure to be hotly contested by Democratic lawmakers.

Political Rewind: Kemp Medicaid Plan Gets Committee Approval 21.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, two major policy proposals are taking shape at the legislature right now. A Senate committee has voted to give Gov. Kemp the power to determine the future of Medicaid expansion in Georgia. The measure is sure to be hotly contested by Democratic lawmakers.

Political Rewind: National Emergency Declaration Continues to Divide 20.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, Republican leaders appear to support President Trump’s declaration of a national emergency to justify spending on his wall. but what if some of the money he wants comes from projects on military bases here in our state?

Political Rewind: National Emergency Declaration Continues to Divide 20.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, Republican leaders appear to support President Trump’s declaration of a national emergency to justify spending on his wall. but what if some of the money he wants comes from projects on military bases here in our state?

Political Rewind: Ralston Responds to New Allegations 19.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, House Speaker David Ralston is pushing back against an AJC investigative report that alleges he used his position to delay criminal proceedings against a number of his clients. We’ll look at the latest developments in the story.

Political Rewind: Ralston Responds to New Allegations 19.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, House Speaker David Ralston is pushing back against an AJC investigative report that alleges he used his position to delay criminal proceedings against a number of his clients. We’ll look at the latest developments in the story.

Political Rewind: Attorney General Chris Carr on The Future For Stone Mountain 16.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, Republican Attorney General Chris Carr says it’s time to pay tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. at Stone Mountain, a state venue long known as a symbol of Confederate pride.

Political Rewind: Attorney General Chris Carr on The Future For Stone Mountain 16.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, Republican Attorney General Chris Carr says it’s time to pay tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. at Stone Mountain, a state venue long known as a symbol of Confederate pride.

Political Rewind: Federal Judge Revisits 1940s Lynchings 14.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, was former Gov. Eugene Talmadge complicit in the unsolved lynchings in 1946? We’ll soon know more now that a federal judge has ordered the opening of grand jury proceedings of the case.

Political Rewind: Federal Judge Revisits 1940s Lynchings 14.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, was former Gov. Eugene Talmadge complicit in the unsolved lynchings in 1946? We’ll soon know more now that a federal judge has ordered the opening of grand jury proceedings of the case.

Political Rewind: Congress Strikes Deal on Border Funding 13.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, a congressional conference committee reaches agreement on funding for border security that’s far short of the money President Trump has demanded. How will the compromise play among trump voters in Georgia?

Political Rewind: Congress Strikes Deal on Border Funding 13.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, a congressional conference committee reaches agreement on funding for border security that’s far short of the money President Trump has demanded. How will the compromise play among trump voters in Georgia?

Political Rewind: What is The Fate of Confederate Monuments in Georgia? 12.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, how should Georgia deal with the Confederate monuments that dot the landscape here? Will state legislators continue to protect them through state law or let local communities decide their fate?

Political Rewind: What is The Fate of Confederate Monuments in Georgia? 12.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, how should Georgia deal with the Confederate monuments that dot the landscape here? Will state legislators continue to protect them through state law or let local communities decide their fate?

Political Rewind: Kemp To Ask For Medicaid Waivers, Some Expansion 09.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, Governor Kemp says he’ll ask the legislature to approve a plan for Medicaid waivers that will make health care more available to poor and middle-class Georgians. How will the plan fare among lawmakers and Georgia voters?

Political Rewind: Kemp To Ask For Medicaid Waivers, Some Expansion 09.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, Governor Kemp says he’ll ask the legislature to approve a plan for Medicaid waivers that will make health care more available to poor and middle-class Georgians. How will the plan fare among lawmakers and Georgia voters?

Political Rewind: The State of The Union is Divided 07.02.2019

On this edition of Political Rewind, during his State of The Union address, President Trump makes a plea for unity but makes it clear he’s not budging on his tough stance on immigration.

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