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Georgia Politics

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Joe Biden up close: How an AJC reporter viewed his debate day in Atlanta

Throughout the debate day, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution had up-close access to Biden along with a handful of other journalists.

LISTEN

AJC publisher addresses editorial board’s call for Biden to drop out of race

‘We felt it was the right thing to do,’ Andrew Morse told ‘Politically Georgia.’

What the U.S. Supreme Court immunity ruling means for the Fulton County Trump case

The U.S. Supreme Court’s blockbuster decision is expected to reshape the criminal case in Fulton County against the former president.

The latest in the Georgia case against Donald Trump

The U.S. Supreme Court decision could mean more delays.

Exclusive AJC Politics Poll

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ELECTION INTEGRITY

Doubts about election fairness persist with Georgia voters

Just over half of Georgia voters say they're confident this year's presidential election will be fair and accurate, according to a poll by the AJC.

THE CANDIDATES

Trump ahead of Biden in Georgia before their debate

Sharp warning signs emerge in the state for both candidates.

THE GENERATIONS

Young voters not happy with their presidential choices

Most said they will make their decision based on who seems least harmful.

POCKETBOOK ISSUES

Cost of living, economy looms large as election nears

A plurality of Georgia voters see economic issues, including inflation and the cost of living, as their top concerns in the presidential race.

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PG A.M.: Georgia’s Black leaders stand by Biden despite shaky debate

Black leaders in Georgia are stepping up their support of President Joe Biden after his shaky debate with former President Donald Trump in Atlanta last week.

PG A.M.: Democrats defend Biden publicly, worry privately after poor debate

Democrats acknowledged President Joe Biden’s lackluster debate performance over former President Donald Trump, but said he was still the better choice to lead the country.

PG A.M.: Eyes drawn to Kemp ahead of Atlanta presidential debate

Georgia's governor said he didn't vote for any candidate in the state’s presidential primary. He's pledged his support for former President Trump despite their rocky history.

Voter Voices

For decades, Banks County was blue, then came the shift to red

In deep-red Banks County, voters talk about the county's past as a Democratic Party stronghold compared to its present. In 2020, Donald Trump took nearly 90% of the vote.

Economy, education on the minds of lifelong Washington County voters

In Washington County, Georgia, voters talk about Biden's presidential accomplishments, the economy and which candidate has the best plans for educating children.

Peach County deli owner won’t vote Trump, but many of her patrons will

In Peach County, Georgia, Republicans and Democrats negotiate life in a toss-up state.

Housing access top of mind for Clayton voters

In Chatham County, voters are still waiting to hear candidates’ messages

In Chatham County, residents are worried about Black voter turnout, which was crucial in the outcome of the 2020 presidential election.

Georgia voters worry and wait for campaigns to get underway

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution returned to 5 bellwether Georgia counties to ask voters about what they wanted to hear from the candidates for president.

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The Trump Investigations

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What the U.S. Supreme Court immunity ruling means for the Fulton County Trump case

The U.S. Supreme Court’s blockbuster decision is expected to reshape the criminal case in Fulton County against the former president.

The latest in the Georgia case against Donald Trump

The U.S. Supreme Court decision could mean more delays.

READ: The U.S. Supreme Court decision on presidential immunity

Read the full decision by the U.S. Supreme Court on presidential immunity for former President Donald Trump.

Timeline: Trump indictment in Fulton County

A timeline of notable events in the Fulton County racketeering case against former President Donald Trump and his allies.

Election 2024

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Joe Biden up close: How an AJC reporter viewed his debate day in Atlanta

Throughout the debate day, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution had up-close access to Biden along with a handful of other journalists.

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Georgia laws on spending, elections and safety begin Monday

Many new laws go into effect July 1, including a $36 billion state budget, tax cuts, voter eligibility challenge rules, tenant protections and student safety requirements.

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Voter challenges based on EagleAI spreadsheets dismissed in Forsyth

The Forsyth County elections board rejected 742 voter eligibility challenges based on EagleAI data, deciding they needed more evidence.

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Fretful Democrats worry about Biden amid tight Georgia race

Georgia’s top Democrats urged worried supporters to stick with Biden after his shaky debate performance.

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CNN’s debate had no major glitches, but lack of fact-checking irked some

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ELECTION 2024

The Biden and Trump debate: Watch these 5 key moments

Watch these 5 key moments from the CNN presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump in Atlanta.

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ELECTION 2024

Potential Trump running mates flocked to Atlanta for the debate

Several Republicans, including North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum and U.S. Sens. Marco Rubio and J.D. Vance, praised the former president after the debate.

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EXCLUSIVE

Cost of living, economy looms large for Georgia voters, AJC poll finds

A plurality of Georgia voters see economic issues, including inflation and the cost of living, as their top concerns in the presidential race.

Legislature

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See which new education laws are taking effect in Georgia

School voucher legislation took much of the spotlight but other new laws touch on areas such as overdose antidotes, online bullying and raises and parental leave for teachers.

Georgia laws on spending, elections and safety begin Monday

Many new laws go into effect July 1, including a $36 billion state budget, tax cuts, voter eligibility challenge rules, tenant protections and student safety requirements.

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Voter challenges based on EagleAI spreadsheets dismissed in Forsyth

The Forsyth County elections board rejected 742 voter eligibility challenges based on EagleAI data, deciding they needed more evidence.

Parents left in lurch as voucher-aided private school closes amid conflict

A chain of events at a private Christian school in Dawson County has some parents wondering about the oversight of taxpayer-funded vouchers that subsidize tuition.

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Democratic surrogates work to spin reporters after Biden’s debate performance

AJC Poll: Doubts about election fairness persist with Georgia voters

Just over half of Georgia voters say they're confident this year's presidential election will be fair and accurate, according to a poll by the AJC.

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Timeline: Trump indictment in Fulton County

A timeline of notable events in the Fulton County racketeering case against former President Donald Trump and his allies.

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PG A.M.: Georgia’s Black leaders stand by Biden despite shaky debate

Black leaders in Georgia are stepping up their support of President Joe Biden after his shaky debate with former President Donald Trump in Atlanta last week.

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Plans underway for Jimmy Carter’s 100th birthday

Birthday plans are falling into place at the Carter Center and the Jimmy Carter historical park in Plains for the former president, who entered hospice care 16 months ago

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See which new education laws are taking effect in Georgia

School voucher legislation took much of the spotlight but other new laws touch on areas such as overdose antidotes, online bullying and raises and parental leave for teachers.

Credit: Natrice Miller/AJC

Georgia laws on spending, elections and safety begin Monday

Many new laws go into effect July 1, including a $36 billion state budget, tax cuts, voter eligibility challenge rules, tenant protections and student safety requirements.

Credit: Jamie Spaar

Voter challenges based on EagleAI spreadsheets dismissed in Forsyth

The Forsyth County elections board rejected 742 voter eligibility challenges based on EagleAI data, deciding they needed more evidence.

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Parents left in lurch as voucher-aided private school closes amid conflict

A chain of events at a private Christian school in Dawson County has some parents wondering about the oversight of taxpayer-funded vouchers that subsidize tuition.

Credit: John Spink

Fretful Democrats worry about Biden amid tight Georgia race

Georgia’s top Democrats urged worried supporters to stick with Biden after his shaky debate performance.

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CNN’s debate had no major glitches, but lack of fact-checking irked some

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Supreme Court Jan. 6 decision impacts charges against Georgia defendants

In a 6-3 decision, the U.S Supreme Court ruled the Justice Department incorrectly charged hundreds of defendants in the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot.

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ELECTION 2024

Hispanic voters in Georgia react to a debate that often centered on immigration

Biden and Trump expressed divergent views on immigration and the border.

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ELECTION 2024

The Biden and Trump debate: Watch these 5 key moments

Watch these 5 key moments from the CNN presidential debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump in Atlanta.

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ELECTION 2024

Academics weigh in on the outcome of the CNN presidential debate in Atlanta

Political science professors agreed that President Joe Biden’s performance didn’t help him.

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LISTEN

A double dose of ‘Politically Georgia’

The 'Politically Georgia' team has two special podcast episodes following the CNN presidential debate.

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ELECTION 2024

Potential Trump running mates flocked to Atlanta for the debate

Several Republicans, including North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum and U.S. Sens. Marco Rubio and J.D. Vance, praised the former president after the debate.

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EXCLUSIVE

Cost of living, economy looms large for Georgia voters, AJC poll finds

A plurality of Georgia voters see economic issues, including inflation and the cost of living, as their top concerns in the presidential race.

ELECTION 2024

Protest scene in Atlanta during CNN presidential debate was peaceful, no arrests

Activists seemed unified in their lack of enthusiasm for President Joe Biden and Donald Trump.

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Midtown street still closed after presidential debate, soccer match

Georgia Tech cautioned students and employees that the debate will impact streets, parking and bus routes.

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