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Democrats and Republicans approve university earmarks, just not the same way

Democrats and Republicans both seek earmarks for higher education. The former focus on minority-serving institutions; the latter tends to favor predominantly white colleges.

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After the World Cup is over, what happens to the Atlanta homeless population?

Atlanta civic, city and business leaders have ramped up efforts to solve homelessness in preparation for the World Cup. This work must keep going after the tournament ends.

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US must pick up where Sen. Lindsey Graham left off on defending Ukraine

The cause of Ukraine freedom lost a champion when South Carolina Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham died. Honor his legacy by continuing the fight.

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After the storms, Atlanta’s water systems show why infrastructure matters

Recent storms in Atlanta tested the city's water and wastewater systems, but they worked as intended in the rainy, floodprone Southeast. Continued investment is essential.

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Graham, McConnell, Kean: End cone of silence about politicians’ health

Americans have a right to medical privacy, but politicians have a responsibility to explain their health ailments because they are responsible for other people's lives.

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World Cup’s big impact isn’t in downtown Atlanta, but in state soccer fields

The long-term impact of the World Cup in Atlanta will not be measured by hotel and restaurant sales, but by the soccer pitches that lifted youth and united communities.

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What kind of city do Atlantans want? One where residents can afford to live.

Atlanta middle- and lower-income earners are feeling the economic crunch, limiting their ability to thrive and afford a home in their city. Increasing incomes is a solution.

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Graham, McConnell, Kean: End cone of silence about politicians’ health

Americans have a right to medical privacy, but politicians have a responsibility to explain their health ailments because they are responsible for other people's lives.

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World Cup’s big impact isn’t in downtown Atlanta, but in state soccer fields

The long-term impact of the World Cup in Atlanta will not be measured by hotel and restaurant sales, but by the soccer pitches that lifted youth and united communities.

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What kind of city do Atlantans want? One where residents can afford to live.

Atlanta middle- and lower-income earners are feeling the economic crunch, limiting their ability to thrive and afford a home in their city. Increasing incomes is a solution.

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Don’t expand broken farmworker program enabling human trafficking in Georgia

The Trump administration is looking to expand the federal agricultural guest worker program, but without significant reforms, it will lead to more cases of human trafficking.

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Data centers benefit better-off cities and towns more than rural areas

Americans are increasingly opposed to data centers in their communities, but academic data show that areas with strong economies benefit from their impact.

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Middle Georgia federal prosecutors support fight to get fentanyl off streets

The federal government has ramped up its fight against cartels that poison American citizens with fentanyl. The Middle Georgia U.S. Attorney’s Office is part of the effort.

Why the South’s education will decide America’s economic future

Demographic changes, a shrinking workforce, artificial intelligence and immigration policy are creating an economic threat in the U.S. that education investment could fix.

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The Georgia Guidestones explosion deprived visitors of Elberton granite skill

The Elberton granite crafters' skill and talent shone through in the Georgia Guidestones. An act of terrorism took that landmark away from future generations.

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Atlanta children and young people cannot thrive without stable housing

If Atlanta is going to succeed at addressing the city's affordable housing crisis, leaders must listen to young people and work across sectors to help meet people's needs.

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Why does the FBI really want Fulton County election records?

The FBI is diverting resources to reinvestigating Fulton County's 2020 presidential election results as a means to cry foul and sow confusion about election integrity.

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Corrupt national government amplifies Venezuelans’ suffering after earthquake

Venezuela has been devastated by an earthquake and victims are further harmed by a corrupt government. International aid is essential to help relieve the suffering.

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Blowing up the Georgia Guidestones was a crime. That’s why I care who did it.

The mystery around who blew up the Georgia Guidestones continues four years after their destruction. It's time for the authorities to provide an update and answers.

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America at 250: Was slavery wrong? Museums must now answer that question.

Dave the Potter was a talented ceramist whose works are displayed by major museums. But he could never own any of them because he was an enslaved American.

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Atlanta’s Peachtree Road Race was humid, inspiring and emotional

Atlanta's annual Peachtree Road Race is a rite of passage, and this year, the heat, memories of my father and the art of running occupied my mind.

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America at 250: Expand who is seen, who is heard and who has opportunity

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, citizens must reflect upon the past but also take action to amplify the stories of all Americans.