Political Rewind

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Georgians set a new early voting turnout record. Plus, details of the state's $1.5B Rivian deal come to light. And candidates react to a leak of a draft opinion from the Supreme Court suggesting Roe v. Wade will be overturned.

The panel:

Dr. Adrienne Jones — Professor of political science, Morehouse University 

Fred Smith — Emory University, School of Law  

Greg Bluestein — Politics reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution 

Riley Bunch — Public policy reporter, GPB News  

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction

3:40 – What will post-Roe abortion law in Georgia look like?

29:40 – Inside the Supreme Court

43:45 – J.D. Vance wins in Ohio; what does it mean for Georgia?

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Tuesday on Political Rewind: We discussed the big news in the Supreme Court, as leaked documents suggest it will overturn Roe v. Wade. Meanwhile, back in Georgia, the special grand jury that will weigh in on whether Donald Trump interfered in the 2020 elections has been seated.

The Panel:

Emma Hurt — Reporter, Axios Atlanta

Stephen Fowler — Political reporter, GPB News

Tamar Hallerman — Senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Tia Mitchell — Washington reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Timestamps:

0:00 – Monologue on leaked SCOTUS’ Roe v. Wade opinion

2:25 – Introduction

4:45 – Latest on the Supreme Court leak

8:33 – What does this mean for abortion access in Georgia?

15:30 – What would this decision mean for other rights, such as same-sex marriage?

29:33 – Another blow to the public’s trust in Supreme Court?

36:46 – Fulton County DA begins special grand jury in Trump investigation

45:23 – Brad Raffensperger vs. Jody Hice in secretary of state debate

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Monday on Political Rewind: As early voting begins today, Gov. Brian Kemp and Herschel Walker seem to hold on to their substantial leads. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is launching a new effort to give Perdue a boost. Meanwhile, today Fulton County DA Fani Willis begins empaneling a special grand jury in the probe against the former president's actions involving the 2020 election.

The panel:

Alan Abramowitz — Emeritus professor of political science, Emory University

Andra Gillespie — Professor of political science & director, James Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference, Emory University

Kurt Young — Department head and professor of political science, Clark-Atlanta University

Patricia Murphy — political reporter & columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction

4:30 – Early voting begins

18:05 – Georgia election Debates

32:30 – Trump’s influence in Ohio, and Georgia

45:25 – Special grand jury in Georgia on Donald Trump

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Monday is the start of early voting in Georgia’s primaries. Last night, Gov. Brian Kemp and David Perdue took to the debate stage again to battle it out over the GOP gubernatorial nomination. Meanwhile, Stacey Abrams continues to focus on expanding healthcare on the campaign trail.

The panel:

Rep. David Ralston — Speaker of Georgia House (R-Blue Ridge)

Jim Galloway – Retired columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver — State Representative (D-Decatur)

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction

1:32 – Oliver on Democratic primaries in 2022’s election

8:40 – How are Democrats angling to run this year?

12:10 – How is education, and related measures, featuring in campaigning?

30:10 – Ralston joins the show, talks Kemp versus Perdue fighting

42:40 – What issues are are moderate Republicans running on?

51:40 – Is the relationship between the GOP and big corporations changing?

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Thursday on Political Rewind: Gov. Brian Kemp will sign seven education bills into law today. Then this evening he and David Perdue take the debate stage in Savannah. Meanwhile, Perdue is trying to gain ground in a new ad attaching him to Herschel Walker. Meanwhile, Walker's campaign is looking past the GOP primary, to focus on beating Sen. Raphael Warnock. 

The panel:

Donna Lowry — Host, GPB’s Lawmakers

Leroy Chapman — Managing editor, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Stephen Fowler — Political reporter, GPB News

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction

2:03 – Polling on Kemp

11:00 – New Perdue/Walker ad

24:20 – Tonight’s gubernatorial primary debate

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Wednesday on Political Rewind: Gov. Brian Kemp is set to sign a series of controversial education bills on Thursday. The measures are the product of a GOP-led push to limit how teachers can talk about so-called "divisive topics," such as history, race and gender identity, and more. They also give parents a larger role in choosing what books their kids can read in school.

The Panel:

Chauncey Alcorn — Politics reporter, Capital B

Greg Bluestein  — Politics reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Leo Smith — CEO, Engaged Futures

Margaret Coker — Editor in Chief, The Current

Timestamps:

0:00 — Introduction

5:05 – Kemp to sign education measures

15:10 – Book bans in Georgia

27:25 – NRA endorses Kemp

38:45 – New polling on gubernatorial race, Herschel Walker

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Tuesday on Political Rewind: A new poll shows Gov. Brian Kemp may win the GOP nomination without a runoff. But could David Perdue get a boost from debates? The bigger shock: Brad Raffensperger is holding his own against Trump-backed Jody Hice. Speaking of former President Trump, a New York judge holds him in contempt of court. 

The panel:

Amy Steigerwalt — Professor of political science, Georgia State University

Claire Sanders — Senior lecturer of political science, Georgia College

Tamar Hallerman — Senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Tammy Greer — Professor of political science, Clark Atlanta University

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction

3:30 – New polling from UGA

27:30 – Rep. Greene down at the border

30:15 – Georgia College's new program certifying poll workers

43:05 – NY Judge holds Donald Trump in contempt

48:45 – Ga. football coach in court case

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Monday on Political Rewind: David Perdue doubled down on the false claims of 2020 election fraud on the debate stage. His opponent, incumbent Gov. Brian Kemp, accused Perdue of being a proven loser. Meanwhile, immigration emerges as a top issue for Republicans this year.

The panel:

Patricia Murphy – Political reporter and columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Rene Alegria – CEO, Mundo Hispanico

Karen Owen – Professor of political science, University of West Georgia

Chuck Kuck – Immigration attorney

Timestamps:

:00 – Introduction

4:10 – Kemp versus Perdue Debate

24:25 – Greene’s reelection challenged in court

32:20 – Hice and Greene involved in blocking 2020 certification?

35:45 – McCarthy tape calling for Trump’s resignation

42:25 – Kemp and Perdue on immigration

49:42- Last day to register to vote in Georgia's May primary. Check your status here: https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/.

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Friday on Political Rewind: The latest on political advertising in Georgia's 2022 races. What tone is each of the candidates striking with a month left before party primaries? Meanwhile, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene appears in court today over a challenge to her spot on the 2022 reelection ballot. And new political forecasting paints a dreary picture for Democrats in 2022 elections.

Panel:

Dr. Andra Gillespie – Professor of political science and director, Kames Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference, Emory University

Dr. Charles Bullock – Richard B. Russell Chair in political science, University of Georgia

Rick Dent – Vice president Matrix Communications

Jim Galloway – Former columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Timestamps

:00 – Introductions

3:30 – Ad spending in Georgia election

31:30 – Voter challenge has Marjorie Taylor Greene in hearing

43:05 – Automatic voter registration dip draws suspicion

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Thursday on Political Rewind: The legal effort to disqualify Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene for reelection may soon force her to appear in court. Our panel looked at the developing story. Also, Sen. Raphael Warnock's newest ad tries to set a realistic expectation for his first year in the U.S. Senate.

The panel:

Eric Tanenblatt — Republican insider

Kevin Riley — Editor, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver — State representative (D-Decatur)

Dr. Tammy Greer — Political science professor, Clark Atlanta University

Timestamps

0:00 – Introductions

3:30 – Case denying Greene’s reelection can move forward

25:30 – Warnock ad features new, realistic message

41:50 – Biden administration's appeal on lifting of mask mandate

47:45 – Essay on book bans in school libraries

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