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A new AJC poll shows Sen. Jon Ossoff with an eight-point lead over Republican Mike Collins, even as Georgia's governor's race remains deadlocked. Host Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy dig into what Ossoff's advantage could mean for down-ballot Republicans and what voters think about potential 2028 presidential bids from Georgia political figures. They also examine growing bipartisan concerns about artificial intelligence, new data centers and license plate surveillance cameras, with voters signaling they want more oversight.
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Georgia's next secretary of state will play a critical role in shaping how Georgians vote in 2028. Host Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy sit down with Democratic nominee Penny Brown Reynolds to discuss federal intervention in Georgia elections, voting security and her plans to restore public confidence. Republican nominee Tim Fleming declined an invitation to join, but Greg and Patricia examine his positions through remarks from a recent Trump rally and the Atlanta Press Club debate. They dig into where the candidates differ on absentee voting, paper ballots and the future of Georgia's elections.
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In the latest installment of our Georgia’s Choice series, Greg Bluestein is joined by AJC political reporter Riley Bunch to examine the races further down the ballot that could reshape Georgia politics. They look at the contests for lieutenant governor, secretary of state and attorney general, along with other statewide offices that have a direct impact on voters’ lives. Plus, Democrats are targeting Republican-held seats in the Georgia House, hoping to chip away at the GOP majority or potentially flip the chamber. Greg and Riley break down the key battleground districts and what a shift in power could mean for the next legislative session.
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A new Atlanta Journal-Constitution poll shows Republican Rick Jackson and Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms in a statistical tie, despite Jackson’s massive spending advantage. Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down the numbers, including Democratic enthusiasm, undecided independent voters and President Donald Trump’s declining approval rating in Georgia. They also share their takeaways from Trump’s rally in Dalton, where Jackson and Republican Senate nominee Mike Collins took noticeably different approaches to the president. Plus, why Gov. Brian Kemp’s soaring approval rating could be one of Jackson’s biggest assets in the final stretch of the campaign.
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With early voting underway in Georgia, Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy tackle questions from listeners about some of the biggest issues on the November ballot. They break down confusing constitutional amendments, proposed tax breaks for farmland and the debate over removing party labels from certain local elections. They also examine Rick Jackson’s past political donations, his evolving relationship with Donald Trump and how his proposed tax cuts could affect public school funding. Plus, why a request for federal intervention in Georgia’s voting machines is raising concerns just weeks before Election Day.
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Greg Bluestein is joined by Tim Miller, host of The Bulwark podcast, to unpack why Jon Ossoff is polling so far ahead of Republican Mike Collins while Georgia’s governor’s race remains competitive. Miller weighs the contrasting strategies of Rick Jackson and Keisha Lance Bottoms, the role of Donald Trump and whether Ossoff could emerge as a presidential contender. They also dig into the possibility of a broader Democratic wave, the importance of voter turnout and what Georgia’s races could reveal about the national political landscape. Plus, Miller previews The Bulwark’s October 20 live show at The Eastern in Atlanta.
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Georgia's U.S. Senate race takes a sharply personal turn as Jon Ossoff and Mike Collins face off in a heated second debate. Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down the attacks, Collins' answers on abortion and an ethics investigation, and Ossoff's pledge to serve a full six-year term if reelected. Plus, President Donald Trump's upcoming rally in Dalton puts Republican gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson in a difficult position as he tries to appeal to both Trump loyalists and more independent voters. And with early voting underway, they examine the competing Republican strategies for turning out voters in November.
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What can Georgia's next governor actually do about traffic, transit and the billions being spent on highway projects? Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy dig into the competing transportation priorities of Keisha Lance Bottoms and Rick Jackson with AJC transportation reporter Sara Gregory. Tia Mitchell also shares highlights from her earlier interview with MARTA CEO Jonathan Hunt, who is making a renewed push for state funding. They examine what it would take to win over skeptical lawmakers amid concerns about MARTA's spending and safety.
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Georgia’s next attorney general will decide which legal fights to pursue and how to keep politics from shaping those decisions. Greg Bluestein, with Patricia Murphy, interviews Democratic Rep. Tanya Miller and Republican state Sen. Brian Strickland about their experience and priorities. Tanya emphasizes her prosecution record and consumer protection, while Brian points to his legal practice and legislative work on public safety. Both face questions about challenging Washington, defending state laws and holding members of their own party accountable.
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Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell break down the first Senate debate between Democrat Jon Ossoff and Republican Mike Collins, including the personal attacks, disputes over immigration and Collins’ close alignment with Donald Trump. They size up Ossoff’s aggressive strategy, Collins’ defense of his record and what the debate could mean for the race. They also answer listener questions about a possible presidential run by Ossoff, the connection between Georgia’s Senate and governor’s races, and the latest tensions surrounding the State Election Board.
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