Opinion

Georgia ranks high in college debt and low in needs-based aid it offers students. About 75% of Georgians support the state broadly offering financial aid based on need.

Republicans have won statewide elections in Georgia for decades, but their streak ended because Democrats were motivated and GOP infighting has been a distraction.

In 2024, Hurricane Helene caused the first Flash Flood Emergency alert in Atlanta, and the disaster required private and nonprofit partners to collaborate on relief efforts.

The ongoing federal government shutdown, along with SNAP benefit cuts, risks Georgians' ability to put food on the table, work and achieve financial independence.

Social media and artificial intelligence have become a favorite target of lawmakers across the country who are using tragedies to stifle innovation that benefits students.

The column about former Vice President Kamala Harris's presidential campaign drew mixed reactions from readers who critiqued her or chastized the public for rejecting her.

Georgia's advantage over states like Texas and Califonia in electricity production is that the Peach State's grid is reliable, thanks to planning and accountability.

Bernie Marcus co-founded and was the first CEO of Home Depot and he used his millions on "entrepreneurial philanthropy," investing in people, solutions and movements.

Georgia's Public Service Commission has focused on a fossil fuel future instead of one based on clean energy, which would better serve consumers' health and pocketbooks.

Georgia's energy system is operating under an old regulatory model that adds to the cost for power consumers in the Peach State. A new model is needed for "energy justice."