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I help write and edit the Politically Georgia morning newsletter for @ajc.com

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5 things to watch for on Crossover Day in the Georgia Legislature Bills must cross over from one chamber to the other by the end of the day to have the best chance of becoming law this year.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- 5 things to watch for on Crossover Day in the Georgia Legislature
- Elena Parent, Nabilah Parkes make surprise decisions.
- Ruwa Romman confronts Greg Dolezal over his anti-Muslim campaign video.

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06.03.2026 11:13 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Jason Esteves jolts Democratic race for governor with first major ad buy The former state senator has launched a seven-figure ad campaign promising to stand up to President Donald Trump.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Jason Esteves jolts Democratic race for governor with first major ad buy
- A pair of Democratic candidates for the state Senate endorse each other
- Michael Thurmond’s tele-town hall draws 21,000 callers

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05.03.2026 11:09 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Georgia Republicans say Trump’s Iran strikes are still ‘America First’
- Property tax overhaul fails to pass Georgia House.
- Greg Dolezal criticized for anti-Muslim campaign video.

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04.03.2026 11:36 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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Rick Jackson looks to AI to give his campaign a country-music boost The billionaire health care executive used the technology to create a 4-minute biographical music video to share his story with voters.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter

- Rick Jackson looks to AI to give his campaign a country-music boost
- Brandon Beach will not run for Congress this year.
- Lawmakers consider eliminating vehicle registration stickers.

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03.03.2026 11:28 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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US-Israeli strikes on Iran show partisan divide among Georgia candidates Republicans are rallying around President Donald Trump as Democrats warn of the costs of war.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter

- US-Israeli strikes on Iran show partisan divide among Georgia candidates
- Rick Jackson accuses Burt Jones of violating a court order
- Transgender chaplain makes history in the Georgia Senate

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02.03.2026 11:14 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Romman’s exit leaves few women running for Georgia’s top offices Georgia voters have never elected a woman to be governor, lieutenant governor or U.S. senator.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Romman’s exit leaves few women running for Georgia’s top offices
- House bill would require rounding prices when paying with cash
- Dale Murphy stops by the Georgia Capitol

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27.02.2026 11:19 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Rick Jackson, Burt Jones trade attacks as GOP race for governor intensifies The two Republican candidates are behaving as if they are the only ones in the race as they pummel one another with negativbe ads.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Rick Jackson, Burt Jones trade attacks as GOP race for governor intensifies
- House bill aims to support grieving families of stillborn children
- Brian Kemp increases his revenue estimate to balance the budget

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26.02.2026 11:27 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Trump’s State of the Union touched familiar themes amid sagging poll numbers President Donald Trump blamed Democrats for the country's problems. And he broke his own record for longest speech before Congress.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Trump’s State of the Union touched familiar themes amid sagging poll numbers
- Lawmakers mull withholding driver’s licenses from absent students
- Georgia Senate vets transportation overhaul proposal

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25.02.2026 11:33 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Andre Dickens defends Gavin Newsom’s SAT remark as ‘moment of vulnerability’ Newsom, the governor of California, said "I'm like you" when mentioning his 960 SAT score. Dickens said the comment was not an attack on anyone.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter

- Andre Dickens defends Gavin Newsom’s SAT remark as "moment of vulnerability"
- House lawmakers reject media exemption for obtaining police body cam footage
- Brad Raffensperger wants to stop taxing retirement.

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24.02.2026 11:19 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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In Georgia, Gavin Newsom urges Democrats to fight ‘fire with fire’ The California governor used his Atlanta book tour stop to highlight his push for Democrats to punch back against the Trump administration.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Gavin Newsom urges Democrats to fight ‘fire with fire’
- Republican lawmaker files bill that would disqualify Rick Jackson from office
- A dispute over water rights between Georgia and Alabama mostly ends

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23.02.2026 11:15 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Biggest boast? Shrewdest move? Highlights from Trump’s Georgia visit. The president's visit to Rome on Thursday was a place to see and been seen for Georgia's 2026 Republican candidates.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Biggest boast? Shrewdest move? Highlights from Trump’s Georgia visit.
- Test your knowledge with our weekly news quiz
- House lawmakers look to strengthen the Legislature’s authority

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20.02.2026 11:02 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Trump aims to sell positive message about the economy today in Georgia The president will headline an event in Rome today ahead of a special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene in Congress.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Trump aims to sell positive message about the economy today in Georgia
- Legislation would increase DNA collection of arrested immigrants
- President Donald Trump boasts he could “take care” of Atlanta

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19.02.2026 11:03 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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FBI’s Fulton County raid prompts ACLU attorney to run for state Senate Rahul Garabadu hopes to replace Democratic state Sen. Nabilah Parkes, who is not seeking reelection to run for insurance commissioner.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- FBI’s Fulton County raid prompts ACLU attorney to run for state Senate
- Bill would boost lawmakers’ expense accounts to pay for security
- Rick Jackson and Burt Jones are escalating their TV ad war

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18.02.2026 11:07 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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6 questions about Donald Trump’s return to Georgia Trump will visit Rome on Thursday to talk about his economic agenda. But the president rarely sticks to the script.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- 6 questions about Donald Trump’s return to Georgia
- Burt Jones targets Rick Jackson in new ad
- State lawmakers grapple with social media restrictions

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17.02.2026 11:13 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Ossoff accuses Trump of ordering Fulton County raid to suppress Black voters

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Ossoff accuses Trump of ordering Fulton County raid to suppress Black voters
- Clay Fuller says Donald Trump’s endorsement is a difference maker
- Gavin Newsom’s fundraiser for Keisha Lance Bottoms stirs critics

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16.02.2026 11:29 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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Derek Dooley urges Congress to give NCAA the power to enforce its rules The former college football coach says if he is elected to the U.S. Senate he will "educate everybody" about the issue.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Derek Dooley urges Congress to give NCAA the power to enforce its rules
- Carlos Vilela launches primary challenge to Gabriel Sanchez
- Marty Brown drops out of race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene

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13.02.2026 11:15 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- McBath recalls her son’s death while pressing Bondi on immigration shootings
- Democrats back Brad Raffensperger in legislative fight
- A House bill could let delivery robots move faster

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12.02.2026 11:24 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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After ICE shootings, Georgia mulls stiffer penalties for obstructing police A bill in the state Legislature would make it a felony to obstruct law enforcement operations with a vehicle.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- After ICE shootings, Georgia mulls stiffer penalties for obstructing police
- Rick Jackson donated to Burt Jones before deciding to run for governor
- Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom plan Georgia visits.

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11.02.2026 11:17 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Republicans report more cash than Democrats in races for two top Georgia offices New data shows how much candidates raised between July and Jan. 31 as candidates prepare for the furious final weeks before the May 19 primary.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Republicans report more cash than Democrats in races for 2 top Georgia offices
- Judicial Council of Georgia tries tracking threats against judges
- Congress faces yet another partial government shutdown deadline

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10.02.2026 11:40 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Rick Jackson’s campaign for governor resets fight for MAGA base in Georgia President Donald Trump has already endorsed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. Now, some of Jackson's allies are urging Trump to reconsider.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Rick Jackson’s campaign for governor resets fight for MAGA base in Georgia
- Budget proposal would test armed drones in some schools
- Ed Setzler declines to run to replace Barry Loudermilk

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09.02.2026 11:25 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Georgia Democrats frame FBI raid as attack on elections in 2026 and beyond Jason Esteves, a Democratic candidate for governor, accused the Trump administration of trying to "rig the 2026 election."

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Georgia Democrats frame FBI raid as attack on elections in 2026 and beyond
- Test your knowledge with our news quiz.
- Jon Burns wants to put literacy coaches in elementary schools

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06.02.2026 11:16 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Rick Jackson’s fortune will make Georgia governor’s race more expensive Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republican Burt Jones reported seven-figure fundraising hauls as they work to protect early polling advantages.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Rick Jackson’s fortune will make Georgia governor’s race more expensive
- Donald Trump endorses Clay Fuller to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene
- Barry Loudermilk says he won’t run for reelection to Congress

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05.02.2026 11:03 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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8 takeaways from Rick Jackson’s surprise entry into Georgia governor’s race The billionaire health care executive plans to fund his own campaign, starting with a $50 million loan.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- 8 takeaways from Rick Jackson’s surprise entry into Georgia governor’s race
- Bo Hatchett says he will narrow his artificial intelligence bill
- 2 Georgia Democrats vote with GOP to end partial government shutdown
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04.02.2026 11:18 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Governor’s race: Duncan, Thurmond are first to report latest fundraising totals Democrat Geoff Duncan says he raised more than $1.1 million by the Jan. 31 deadline. Michael Thurmond says he has $700,000 in cash on hand.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Geoff Duncan and Michael Thurmond reveal fundraising totals
- An anonymous group reports spending $14 million criticizing Burt Jones
- Roy Barnes and Nathan Deal call for nonpartisan probate judges

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03.02.2026 11:16 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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5 questions about the FBI’s seizure of Fulton County election documents The U.S. Justice Department has been tight-lipped about the purpose of the raid. Fulton County officials fear a state takeover of their elections.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- 5 questions about the FBI’s Fulton County raid
- House Republicans will unveil a plan to stop using QR codes to count ballots
- Geoff Duncan hires a new campaign manager with ties to a Democratic rival

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02.02.2026 11:20 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
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What’s next after the FBI seized Fulton County’s 2020 election records? The Wall Street Journal reports Tulsi Gabbard has a key role. Meanwhile, election experts doubt prosecutors can use the ballots in court.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- What’s next after the FBI seized Fulton County’s 2020 election records?
- Test your knowledge with our weekly news quiz
- Republicans point fingers over mysterious ads attacking Burt Jones

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30.01.2026 11:24 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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How an FBI raid in Georgia became a campaign opportunity for Democrats Democratic leaders, including those running for statewide office, showed up to a Fulton County warehouse as federal agents searched for 2020 ballots.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- How an FBI raid in Georgia became a campaign opportunity for Democrats
- State House lawmakers tone down the rhetoric.
- Angelia Pressley hopes to give Democrats a majority on the PSC.

www.ajc.com/politics/202...

29.01.2026 11:19 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Cobb County school officials threaten to punish students joining ICE walkout The district's stance contrasts with other metro Atlanta schools that have commended students for expressing themselves peacefully during classroom hours.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Cobb County school officials threaten to punish students joining ICE walkout
- A partial government shutdown might not hinder ICE operations
- David Clark wants to rename a Georgia mountain for Donald Trump

www.ajc.com/politics/202...

28.01.2026 11:24 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Atlanta Braves’ icons take opposite sides on Trump’s immigration crackdown Social media posts from Chipper Jones and Spencer Strider highlight the debate over the federal government's aggressive deportation strategy.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Atlanta Braves’ icons take opposite sides on Trump’s immigration crackdown
- Raphael Warnock travels to Minnesota to offer spiritual guidance
- Greater Georgia pushes back against Brian Kemp’s budget proposal

www.ajc.com/politics/202...

27.01.2026 11:30 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Jon Ossoff spars with Republican opponents over ICE shooting in Minnesota The Democratic senator challenged his Republican rivals to decry what he called "police state tactics." Republicans say he is siding with the radical left.

Today's Politically Georgia newsletter:

- Jon Ossoff spars with Republican opponents over ICE shooting in Minnesota
- Georgia State Patrol competes with ICE for workers
- Chris Carr discusses sports betting

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26.01.2026 11:23 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0