Closer Look with Rose Scott

136 Days until 2024 Pres. Election; Reflections on Atlanta's first Black mayor


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On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” With Georgia’s decision-making vote in the last presidential race, expect the Peach State to be the focus of much campaigning by Democrats and Republicans. Atlanta-based political strategist Fred Hicks explains what voters will see leading up to November 5th.


Also, Sunday marks 21 years since the passing of Maynard Jackson, the first Black mayor Atlanta. We look back on how people recalled his vision for the city. Hear from those who knew him best, including Jackson’s widow and the Former First Lady of Atlanta, Valerie Jackson, about the statesman and his history-making time in office. 

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