Thursday on Political Rewind: A new Atlanta Journal-Constitution poll shows President Biden's approval ratings dropped drastically in Georgia. We also look at the renewed push to focus on mental health in the General Assembly. And the acting chancellor of the university system, following a request from conservative state lawmakers, asks for reports on classes talking about race and oppression.
The Panel:
Rep. David Wilkerson — Democratic state representative (D-Powder Springs)
Eric Tanenblatt — Republican insider
Stephen Fowler — Politics reporter, Georgia Public Broadcasting
Dr. Tammy Greer— Professor of political science, Clark Atlanta University
Timestamps
:00- Introductions
3:49- New poll reveals low approval ratings from President Biden
11:51- Looking at Donald Trump's influence
15:19- Matchups heading into November
20:47- President Biden's influence in down-ballot races
22:32- Rep. Ralston talks about mental health resources in our county jails through his bill HB 678
29:13- Program announcements
31:38- Lincoln County polling place consolidation
44:27- Acting university chancellor weighs in on critical race theory
49:05- Sen. Warnock outraises Walker in U.S. Senate race
Please be sure to download our newsletter: www.gpb.org/newsletters. And subscribe, follow and rate this show wherever podcasts are found.