Jones confronts Jackson on illegal alien hiring
Monday’s Republican gubernatorial debate was quite the back-and-forth slugfest between what polling suggests are the two main candidates— healthcare CEO Rick Jackson and Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. But especially dramatic and surprising moments occurred when Jones brought up the issue of his rival employing illegal alien labor.
Early voting off to a record start in Georgia
While candidates took the stage Monday night for the only major debate between Republican candidates for Georgia governor, a record number of voters had already cast their ballot.
Big election looms in Atlanta
They are largely going under the radar but the elections this fall potentially represent a big shift in Atlanta. There are a lot of issues at play, notably housing and transportation among others that Atlanta residents are paying attention to. Just ahead of voting starting, the Committee for a Better Atlanta (CBA) has released its candidate scorecard, spotlighting the mayor, city council and city council races.
Legislators hear more about changing Georgia election law
State lawmakers wrapped up another marathon hearing on Georgia’s election procedures Thursday, ahead of possible legislative changes next year.
New report shows impact of shutdown
As the current shutdown starts to near historic levels, it’s worth a look at what exactly the shutdown means to the economy and states impacted, beyond just the fact that legislation – whatever of that is happening – and Congress is paused. The record for a shutdown was set in the previous Trump administration, lasting 35 days, and it’s beginning to look like this one could rival that.
State school chief calls for reforms to school district financial safeguards
Georgia’s top school official is calling for “sweeping reforms in state safeguards related to school district financial management.” State School Superintendent Richard Woods calls for the reforms on the heels of reports that Dublin City Schools faces a severe budget shortfall – reportedly a $13.4 million deficit and nearly $7 million in unpaid health benefits.
Early voting underway for Nov. 4 elections
Early voting opened yesterday for the November 4th slate of elections, including two Public Service Commission races and an array of city-level contests. To see your sample ballot and find information on when and where you can vote early, click HERE.
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Ga. CEO: Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark on the Upcoming 2026 Eggs & Issues Breakfast
Georgia Chamber CEO Chris Clark discusses the much-anticipated 2026 Eggs & Issues Breakfast, set for January 14th at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Learn more in this video from Georgia CEO:
InsiderAdvantage National Survey: Trump approval at fifty percent
An InsiderAdvantage national survey of 800 likely voters (mixed mode text/cell), conducted December 19-20 (MOE 3.46%), shows President Trump’s approval back in the fifty-percentile area after our most recent survey showed him below that mark.
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Sanctuary Georgia: Kemp should support Petrea’s bill
Shortly after taking office in 2021, Democrat Cobb County Sheriff Craig Owens invited a mariachi band to celebrate his announcement to end the lifesaving 287(g) agreement with federal immigration authorities – and then he danced.
Medicare Advantage a gamechanger for Georgia’s senior and disabled populations
With so many options when it comes to healthcare, it can be tough for many folks to discover a plan that works for them. Luckily, programs like Medicare Advantage make finding the right coverage easy, and with its focus on tailored care specific to an individual’s needs, these plans are truly one size fits all.
Using osteopathic medicine to ‘go the extra mile’ for patients, meeting rural healthcare needs
I believe in osteopathic medicine because I know it works. Not only have I repeatedly witnessed the effectiveness of osteopathic medicine’s whole-person approach, but I’ve also been a patient.
