By a vote of 33 to 19, Senate Republicans approved a resolution authored by Sen. Brandon Beach asking the U.S. Congress to condemn the socialist New Green Deal introduced by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y. Proponents wanted to get Democrats “on the record” to see which ones like the socialist proposal that eliminates gas-powered vehicles, including airplanes, and mandates a costly, radical expansion of emissions-free public transportation. Among the “nos” were Sens. Jen Jordan, Nan Orrock and Nikema Williams (also chairwoman of the state Democratic Party). In Georgia, the Green New Deal just SANK…
Atlanta Beltline light rail back on the menu?
Many Atlantans were dismayed when Mayor Andre Dickens seemingly tabled the idea of light rail along the Atlanta Beltline, the city’s wildly popular and successful pedestrian path. After all, light rail was a core part of the loop’s original vision, meant to connect the city all around its (eventual) 22-mile loop. But now the Atlanta City Council is pushing back, with 11 councilmembers, led by Atlanta City Councilwoman Kelsea Bond signing onto a resolution signaling support for the idea. Expect fierce resistance and debate, but the push has pro-transit advocates RISING…
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