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Defending LGBTQ+ dignity in the South means defending Black voting power
The Supreme Court's decision to weaken the Voting Rights Act has as much of an impact on Black political power as it does on LGBTQ+ dignity.
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Sandy Springs has a choice. Will the city be designed around kids or cars?
Sandy Springs officials know that the city's housing policies are pushing people out and transportation priorities are causing more congestion. There is a better way.
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America at 250: Dr. King’s Prince Hall reminds us to honor the whole story
Martin Luther King Jr.’s headquarters during the Civil Rights Movement was in the Prince Hall Masonic Temple and Lodge, which is now part of the MLK National Historical Park.
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Why Greg Dolezal’s anti-Sharia law ads could help him win lieutenant governor
Greg Dolezal made waves for producing anti-Sharia law ads during his primary campaign for lieutenant governor. He ended up in second place, and getting a spot in the runoff.
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Trust in Georgia’s elections requires clear rules and public confidence
Georgia lawmakers are going back into special session to fix an election administration problem of their own making. The solution should be transparent, open and nonpartisan.
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Invest in Atlanta’s south and west sides to make the whole city stronger
Atlanta's successful investments in east side neighborhoods balanced the tax burden and strengthened communities. Do the same for the south and west parts of the city.
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Atlanta Beltline rail is not a threat. Failing to build it is.
In a rebuttal to Cox CEO Alex Taylor, a transit advocate argues that building rail on the Atlanta Beltline both fulfills the original vision and invests in economic mobility.
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Redistricting push in Georgia and beyond is a direct assault on Black voters
The effort to redraw congressional district maps in Georgia and other states is a cynical Republican ploy to subdue democracy and disenfranchise Black voters.
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Georgia Republicans will win by targeting Bottoms and retreating from Trump
Georgia statewide Republicans candidates are elated that Keisha Lance Bottoms is the Democratic nominee, but if they're smart, they'll move away from Donald Trump too.
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Atlanta is central to U.S.-Canada-Mexico World Cup collaboration and success
Canada is a key security, trade and cultural partner with Georgia, which makes North America hosting the World Cup in cities like Georgia so meaningful.


















