VIEWPOINTS: Georgia Election Fight Shows That Black Voter Suppression, a Southern Tradition, Still Flourishes

Georgia’s Republican Secretary of State Brian Kemp has been sued for suppressing minority votes after an Associated Press investigation revealed…
10.25.18
“Redlight the Gulch” Coalition Pushes Back on City’s New Proposed Deal

A coalition of opponents to the Gulch redevelopment organized under the name “Redlight the Gulch” have refuted the terms outlined…
10.25.18
Interview with Mayoral Candidate Troy LaRaviere

    Mayoral candidate Troy LaRaviere has been a thorn in Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s backside. The former principal of Blaine…
10.24.18
Kanye West Pays Mayoral Candidate Amara Enyia’s Fines

The $73,540 debt to the Illinois State Board of Elections has been paid in full. The Amara Enyia campaign thanks…
10.22.18
Fulton County Board of Health Launches “Parents as Teachers” and Unveils Hearing Booth

There is growing research to indicate that home visitation is an effective strategy to help families improve the health and…
10.22.18
Election 2018 Ballot Questions, Explained

At the foot of your midterm ballot, there are going to be some referendum questions. Here’s what they mean: ATLANTA…
10.19.18
Mayoral Candidate Interview: Neal Sáles-Griffin

      Neal Sáles-Griffin walks into the Chicago Defender building with an optimistic bounce, casually dressed wearing a “Made…
10.09.18
Abrams, Kemp Will Face Off In Two Televised Debates

In the coming weeks, gubernatorial candidates Brian Kemp and Stacey Abrams will face off in two televised debates. The first…
10.09.18
As Georgia’s Maternal Mortality Rate Worsen, Abrams Responds With Expanded Health Care Platform

Last week, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported that not only was Georgia ranked 50 out of 50 states when it comes to maternal mortality in recent…
10.03.18
Ending Surprise Medical Bills: Can Congress Do What Georgia Lawmakers Haven’t Been Able To Do?

The legislative effort to end surprise medical bills has repeatedly led to stalemates – and frustration – at the Georgia General Assembly.…
09.25.18
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