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I help write and edit the Politically Georgia morning newsletter for @ajc.com
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Ossoff pledges not to use deepfake campaign videos, while Collins digs in
- Marjorie Taylor Greene splits with Trump on worker visas
- Abortion banner is expected to fly over Georgia football game

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Ossoff pledges not to use deepfake campaign videos, while Collins digs in
U.S. Rep. Mike Collins' deepfake video of U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff roiled Georgia's U.S. Senate race. Collins' campaign says it will continue to use similar methods.
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November 14, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Brandon Beach heralds end of the penny as the ‘return of common sense’
- Andre Dickens pushes MARTA expansion
- State lawmakers lock up their phones

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Brandon Beach heralds end of the penny as the ‘return of common sense’
As the U.S. treasurer, the former Georgia state senator oversees the U.S. Mint. The agency commemorated the final penny production on Wednesday.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Veterans Day ad highlights Republican discord in Georgia’s US Senate race
- Tyler Harper bemoans federal cuts to meat inspection program
- Austin Scott pushes back on government funding bill

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Veterans Day ad highlights Republican discord in Georgia’s US Senate race
An ad from U.S. Rep. Mike Collins says Derek Dooley dishonored military veterans by not voting. It's one of several squabbles in the GOP race.
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November 12, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Georgia Democrats decry shutdown deal that doesn’t extend health subsidies
- Donald Trump comments on Marjorie Taylor Greene’s criticism
- Jason Esteves criticizes Geoff Duncan’s shutdown comments

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Georgia Democrats decry shutdown deal that doesn’t extend health subsidies
Every major Democratic candidate for governor opposes the deal because it would not guarantee extending subsidies to help people buy health insurance.
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November 11, 2025 at 11:36 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Bipartisan deal to end government shutdown tests Jon Ossoff’s resolve
- Brian Kemp-backed ad angers Republicans
- Georgia voters OK dozens of property tax relief proposals

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Bipartisan deal to end government shutdown tests Jon Ossoff’s resolve
The Democratic U.S. senator facing a tough reelection fight has so far voted against the deal because it would not extend health insurance subsidies.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:21 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- New Kemp-backed ad roils Georgia’s Republican US Senate race
- Test your knowledge with our news quiz
- David Scott criticized for not voting in elections.

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New Kemp-backed ad roils Georgia’s Republican US Senate race
A group supporting Derek Dooley's campaign is blaming GOP U.S. Reps. Buddy Carter and Mike Collins for the federal government shutdown.
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November 7, 2025 at 11:29 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Governor hopefuls focus on affordability during Politically Georgia forum
- Mike Collins features Brian Kemp in new U.S. Senate ad
- Tim Echols takes a sabbatical after election defeat

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Governor hopefuls focus on affordability during Politically Georgia forum
Candidates took their cues from the Public Service Commission election results, which show voters are focused on pocketbook issues.
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November 6, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- How Georgia Democrats knocked off two Republicans in statewide races
- Multiple metro Atlanta incumbents are headed to runoff races
- Atlanta Public Schools braces for feedback on school closure plan

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How Georgia Democrats knocked off two Republicans in statewide races
Democratic candidates for the Public Service Commission outperformed Vice President Kamala Harris's 2024 vote totals across metro Atlanta.
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November 5, 2025 at 11:47 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- 5 questions about Georgia’s elections as voters head to the polls
- Lawmaker’s resignation prompts candidate shuffle
- Parks around Lake Lanier will close during the shutdown

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5 questions about Georgia’s elections as voters head to the polls
Voters will decide two statewide races for Public Service Commission and a host of local government races across the state.
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November 4, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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Visiting a Georgia state park will cost a little more next year, and the price of some park amenities also could rise in the future. www.ajc.com/politics/202...
Georgia parks raise parking fees — and more price hikes could be on the way
Georgia will boost state park entrance fees in January, and an audit suggests more price hikes could be coming.
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November 3, 2025 at 10:16 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Marjorie Taylor Greene’s GOP criticism fuels speculation about her future
- Why Jason Esteves is eyeing a ballot measure
- Another federal food assistance program is on the brink

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Marjorie Taylor Greene’s GOP criticism fuels speculation about her future
The Rome Republican has ruled out running for governor or the U.S. Senate next year. But some in the GOP wonder if she might change her mind.
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November 3, 2025 at 11:09 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Georgia Democrats are shifting their stance on Israel, poll finds
- Test your knowledge with our weekly news quiz
- John Kasich talks about faith and politics

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Georgia Democrats are shifting their stance on Israel, poll finds
One-third of likely Democratic primary voters say supporting Israel is in the U.S. national interest. That's down from 54% two years ago.
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October 31, 2025 at 10:40 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- AJC poll shows bipartisan discontent with Trump’s handling of Epstein files
- MARTA pledges to boost its police force.
- Brian Kemp explains why he won’t backfill SNAP benefits.

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AJC poll shows bipartisan discontent with Trump’s handling of Epstein files
About 90% of Democrats more than one-third of Republicans say they are not satisfied with the disclosures about the accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein.
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October 30, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Frustration grows among Georgia Democrats ahead of midterm elections
- Legalized sports betting faces another hurdle
- Georgia First Amendment Foundation honors a deported journalist

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Frustration grows among Georgia Democrats ahead of midterm elections
A new AJC poll shows nearly 25% of likely Democratic voters don't have a favorable view of the party.
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October 29, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Donald Trump’s endorsement is powerful but limited in Georgia, poll finds
- Politicians play blame game with food assistance program
- Parking fees for Georgia parks will likely increase

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Donald Trump’s endorsement is powerful but limited in Georgia, poll finds
A significant bloc of likely Republican primary voters say Trump's endorsement matters to them. But a majority say it won't sway their decision.
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October 28, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Jon Ossoff blames Trump as another Georgia hospital shutters some services
- Tim Echols asks for help in the Public Service Commission race
- Anti-Islamic protesters skip Muslim candidate forum

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Jon Ossoff blames Trump as another Georgia hospital shutters some services
A Lavonia hospital is closing its labor and delivery unit today. Ossoff, running for reelection, blames the Trump administration's health care cuts.
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October 27, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Josh McKoon wants GOP US Senate candidates to stop fighting one another
- Test your knowledge with our news quiz
- Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock vote with Republicans

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Josh McKoon wants GOP US Senate candidates to stop fighting one another
The Georgia Republican Party chair says the GOP should focus its attention on defeating Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff.
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October 24, 2025 at 10:03 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Rosalynn Carter recast the White House’s East Wing. Now it’s being razed
- Brian Kemp begins trade mission in South Korea
- Electric car company challenges Georgia’s sales restrictions

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Rosalynn Carter recast the White House’s East Wing. Now it’s being razed.
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October 23, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Burt Jones wants to make Grover Norquist’s anti-tax pledge cool again
- State Supreme Court weighs equitable caregiver law
- Construction workers file complaint against local labor union

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Burt Jones wants to make Grover Norquist’s anti-tax pledge cool again
Jones is the first 2026 candidate for governor to sign the pledge against tax increases. The vow had been a litmus test among the GOP.
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October 22, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter

- Court sides with Brad Raffensperger in defamation lawsuit
- Jon Burns is worried about U.S. trade policy.
- Keisha Lance Bottoms picks up an endorsement for governor

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Court sides with Brad Raffensperger in defamation lawsuit
An attorney accused the secretary of state of defaming her in his 2021 book. A federal appeals court ruled what Raffensperger wrote was "substantially true."
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October 21, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- ‘No Kings’ protests give Georgia Democrats a venue to sharpen their message
- Mike Collins and Derek Dooley squabble over fundraising numbers
- Jason Aldean raises money for Burt Jones’ campaign for governor

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‘No Kings’ protests give Georgia Democrats a venue to sharpen their message
The demonstrations across Georgia drew thousands of people, including some newly mobilized voters who were spurred to action by some of President Donald Trump's policies.
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October 20, 2025 at 11:10 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Group targets Republican PSC candidates who voted for Georgia utility hikes
- Test your knowledge with our weekly news quiz.
- Chris Carr backs military strikes against alleged drug smugglers.

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Group targets Republican PSC candidates who voted for Georgia utility hikes
Georgia Conservation Voters Action Fund has launched a $2.2 million campaign targeting GOP incumbents on the Public Service Commission.
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October 17, 2025 at 10:08 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Donald Trump not ready to endorse one of Georgia’s GOP Senate contenders
- U.S. Supreme Court considers a key tool of the Voting Rights Act
- Herschel Walker, Bill White receive Buckhead send-off

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Donald Trump not ready to endorse one of Georgia’s GOP Senate contenders
The president says he's following the race "very carefully." He added that it's important for Georgia "to get a real senator."
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October 16, 2025 at 10:32 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Jason Esteves picks up key endorsement from Jason Carter in governor’s race
- Brandon Phillips dismissed from defamation lawsuit
- Cobb County election board members get a pay raise

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Jason Esteves picks up key endorsement from Jason Carter in governor’s race
Carter, the grandson of the late President Jimmy Carter, was Georgia's democratic nominee for governor in 2014.
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October 15, 2025 at 10:39 AM
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Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- How an email jolted the race for Sandy Springs mayor
- Early voting starts today for the Nov. 4 elections.
- Tim Echols leans in to hardball campaign tactics.

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How an email jolted the race for Sandy Springs mayor
Incumbent Mayor Rusty Paul wrote in 2021 he was tired. Now, an opponent is using that to his advantage.
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October 14, 2025 at 10:18 AM