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Politically Georgia
Join us for the most relevant news and analysis that define the world of politics. From the Gold Dome to the White House, we've got you covered. Hosted by Georgia’s best political team: The AJC’s Greg Bluestein, Tia Mitchell and Patricia Murphy. Call in with your questions on the Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at (770)-810-5297, and our hosts will answer them on future episodes. Learn more on the AJC Politically Georgia Podcast page.
Episodes
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The latest in Georgia politics
In this episode of the Politically Georgia, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tia Mitchell discuss the latest developments in Georgia…
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Kelly Loeffler's appointment; U.S. Rep. Tom Graves' announcement
In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tia Mitchell discuss U.S. Rep. Tom Graves'…
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Analysis, interviews live from Atlanta’s Democratic debate
Following the Atlanta Democratic presidential debate at Tyler Perry Studios, AJC Washington correspondent Tia Mitchell shares immediate reactions and analysis…
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Previewing a busy week political week in Atlanta
In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, AJC politics reporter Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tia Mitchell preview what will be a…
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Debate Watch Guide
In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tia Mitchell provide a Debate Watch Guide. Bluestein…
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Trump visited Atlanta to court black voters. Here’s what happened.
Last Friday, President Donald Trump visited Atlanta to launch a new black voter initiative and fundraise for Sen. David Perdue. Politically Georgia producer…
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More on Atlanta's Democratic Debate; Stacey Abrams' talent agency deal
In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, AJC radio and TV reporter Rodney Ho joins host Greg Bluestein to discuss the selection of Tyler Perry's…
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Introducing our new Washington correspondent; Senate updates
In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein announces a personnel change and a new addition to the podcast and give an update on…
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Georgia's upcoming Democratic presidential debate
Host Greg Bluestein is back and this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast digs a little deeper into the upcoming Nov. 20 Democratic presidential debate…
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Georgia man center of LGBTQ rights Supreme Court case
In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, we have a guest host in Tamar Hallerman, the AJC’s Washington correspondent. AJC Crime and Safety editor…
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An exclusive interview with U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi
U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visited the The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Friday for an interview with the AJC’s editorial board. In this episode of…
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What Georgia politicians are saying about the impeachment inquiry
In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman discuss the recent impeachment inquiry…
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Who has applied to fill U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson’s seat?
Likely the biggest question to end 2019 is: Who will Gov. Brian Kemp appoint to fill U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson’s seat following his retirement? Last week, Kemp…
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How does Jon Ossoff’s candidacy impact Georgia’s Senate race?
In this episode, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman discuss the Ossoff’s decision to run against U.S. Sen. David Perdue, the…
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Potential appointees, candidates for Isakson’s seat, and more
In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman discuss the potential appointees Gov…
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Isakson's retirement, and what that means for Georgia politics
U.S. Sen. Johnny Isakson announced earlier this week that he will step down from office at the end of 2019. In this episode, host Greg Bluestein and AJC editor…
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A battle over toxic emissions continues in Georgia
Fear and doubt linger still linger over toxic emissions, as a regulatory battle rages in Georgia. In the latest episode of the Politically Georgia podcast…
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Abrams announcements
Last week, former gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams announced a national expansion of her voting rights program and said she would not be running for…
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The intensifying gun debate in Georgia
Following two mass shootings, President Donald Trump used a national address to support “red flag” laws, which intensified both a national and local debate…
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Political Whiplash: The Resurgent, DSA national convention in ATL
On Friday, Vice President Mike Pence headlined an event in Buckhead, where he warned conservatives of the spread of socialism, at the same time the Democratic…
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New efforts to block anti-abortion law
In this episode of the Politically Georgia podcast, host Greg Bluestein and and AJC statehouse reporter Maya T. Prabhu provide an update on the anti-abortion…
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The growing field looking to challenge Sen. David Perdue, and more
Last week was a busy one in Georgia politics. In this episode, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman discuss Georgia…
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Fundraising deadline, Hurricane Michael relief
We’ve reached the halfway mark of 2019, but the campaign season feel of 2018 hasn’t gone away. In this episode, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington…
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Lawsuit filed challenging 'heartbeat' law
Opponents of Georgia's "heartbeat" law have filed a lawsuit challenging the measure. In this episode, host Greg Bluestein and AJC statehouse correspondent Maya…
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Congressional, Senate races; Abrams in Hollywood
There are months to go before we reach the qualifying deadline for the 2020 elections, yet the races for Georgia's 7th Congressional district and David…
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AJC editor appears before Congress
Last week, Kevin Riley, the AJC's top editor, appeared as a witness before Congress. Riley testified about the importance of local journalism, and the impact…
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Presidential candidate visits; disaster relief bill
In this episode, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman discuss the visits of multiple presidential candidates, the role Georgia…
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More Hollywood & 'heartbeat' law; Michael Williams guilty plea
In this episode, host Greg Bluestein and AJC film and TV reporter Rodney Ho discuss the latest fallout with Hollywood following the signing of Georgia's…
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Suspended Georgia Insurance Commissioner Jim Beck
Host Greg Bluestein and AJC reporter Joshua Sharpe discuss suspended Georgia Insurance Commissioner Jim Beck, who was indicted earlier this month with charges…
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Georgia's 'heartbeat' bill & Hollywood
Many actors, directors and producers who make films in Georgia threatened to boycott the state following the signing of Georgia's anti-abortion "heartbeat"…
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Georgia's anti-abortion 'heartbeat' law
Host Greg Bluestein and AJC statehouse reporter Maya T. Prabhu were inside Gov. Brian Kemp's ceremonial office as he signed Georgia's anti-abortion 'heartbeat'…
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Stacey Abrams’ decision; Georgia’s U.S. Senate race
Stacey Abrams said she will not challenge Georgia Sen. David Perdue and run for U.S. Senate in 2020. In this episode, host Greg Bluestein and AJC government…
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Analyzing poll results
Host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman discuss and analyze the results of an April 2019 poll of Georgia voters. Learn more about…
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Campaign donations; Cory Booker’s visit
Host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman discuss the big and small donations already coming into Georgia’s top 2020 congressional…
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2019 Session Recap
In this episode, host Greg Bluestein and AJC Political Insider Jim Galloway recap Georgia's 2019 legislative session and give an update on one of the top races…
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Inside the last week of the legislative session
Host Greg Bluestein takes you inside the Capitol with his dispatches from the last full week of Georgia’s 2019 legislative session (March 25-29). The week was…
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Gwinnett’s failed MARTA referendum
Host Greg Bluestein and AJC reporter Amanda Coyne discuss and analyze Gwinnett’s failed MARTA referendum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Latest: Georgia’s airport, abortion and voting machines bills
Host Greg Bluestein spoke with AJC reporters Kelly Yamanouchi, Mark Niesse and Maya T. Prabhu about three major pieces of legislation and their likelihood of…
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One year later: The Politically Georgia podcast
Today, we’re celebrating one year of the Politically Georgia podcast! In this episode, host Greg Bluestein looks back at the last year in Georgia politics as…
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The latest from the legislative session
In this episode, host Greg Bluestein takes a call from AJC veteran Jim Galloway, and the two catch up on the latest news from Georgia’s 2019 legislative…
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The upcoming MARTA vote
Host Greg Bluestein and the AJC's Gwinnett reporter Tyler Estep discuss everything you need to know – from the history to the logistics and politics – about…
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An AJC-WSB investigation; Kemp's Patients First Act
Host Greg Bluestein speaks with AJC investigative reporter Johnny Edwards about the recent AJC and WSB investigation that found that Georgia House Speaker…
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Georgia's 7th district; Kemp's Medicaid waiver proposal
Host Greg Bluestein and AJC Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman discuss the latest in Georgia's 7th congressional district following Rob Woodall's…
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Georgia and the SOTU
President Donald Trump will be delivering the State of the Union address on Feb. 5, and Stacey Abrams is set to deliver the Democrat State of the Union…
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Questions for 2019
January’s almost over, but the year’s still getting started in Georgia politics. The inauguration of the state’s new leadership has passed and the 2019…
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Kemp's first week; session's opening days; a new AJC poll
Host Greg Bluestein and AJC Political Insider Jim Galloway take a look at Brian Kemp’s first week as Georgia's governor, the opening days of the 2019…
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Legislative session preview
Host Greg Bluestein and statehouse veteran James Salzer preview Georgia’s 2019 Legislative Session and share what to watch for and everything you need to know…
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Reflecting on Gov. Deal's legacy
Host Greg Bluestein and AJC Georgia Politics Insider Jim Galloway reflect on Gov. Nathan Deal’s tenure leading the state and the legacy he will leave. Learn…
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2018 in review
Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman discuss 2018's top 10 stories in Georgia politics. Learn more about your ad choices…
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Election season wrap-up
Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Tamar Hallerman analyze the end of the Georgia elections and discuss what's next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Dispatches from election night
Politically Georgia producer Bria Felicien and The AJC’s podcast specialist Jasmine Ellis provide election night dispatches from the campaign parties of…
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Analyzing Georgia's election results
Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Tamar Hallerman discuss the latest overall in Georgia's midterm election results and provide a look at what's next in the…
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What to watch for on Election Day
Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Tamar Hallerman share a final update before Election Day and include what you should watch for throughout the day. Learn more…
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Analyzing poll results, runoff possibilities and more
Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Washington correspondent Tamar Hallerman call in from the campaign trail to discuss the latest poll of Georgia voters, the…
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Election Prep
Host Greg Bluestein called in from the campaign trail in south Georgia to discuss the governor's race, state demographics, and how those demographics may play…
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Hearing from young voters
Politically Georgia producer Bria Felicien spoke with young voters about their level of political engagement and excitement leading up to November's election…
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A look at early voting and voting issues in Georgia
Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Mark Niesse take a look at early voting, the stories around voting issues and how candidates are responding to both. Learn…
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Analyzing results of a recent poll of Georgia voters
Host Greg Bluestein and The AJC's Tamar Hallerman analyze the results of a recent poll of Georgia voters and discuss what those results mean leading up to the…
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Issues Week: Criminal justice
Host Greg Bluestein is joined by Christian Boone, The AJC’s public safety reporter, to discuss the issue of criminal justice in the Governor’s race. Learn more…
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Issues Week: City/state relations
Host Greg Bluestein is joined by The AJC’s Scott Trubey to discuss how the city of Atlanta's relationship with state government is impacted by Georgia’s race…