Politically Georgia

AJC editor-in-chief Leroy Chapman sits down with John Hope Bryant to discuss Bryant’s new book, Capitalism for All, and his argument that economic mobility is the unfinished work of the civil rights movement. Bryant explains why he believes Atlanta is uniquely positioned to lead what he calls a “third reconstruction,” centered on financial literacy, entrepreneurship and broader access to opportunity. The conversation also explores the political frustration driving more Americans toward independent politics, the limits of partisan economic messaging, and why Bryant believes “the only true freedom is financial freedom.”

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Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell answer listener questions about Georgia’s post-primary landscape, including Keisha Lance Bottoms’ sweeping Democratic win, the money gap between Republican and Democratic candidates, and legal questions around newly passed legislation. They also examine how self-funded candidates use personal loans and what those numbers signal in the governor’s race. In segment two, Greg and Tia feature Q&A recorded live at the Politically Georgia happy hour at Manuel’s Tavern with Patricia Murphy, including questions about judicial elections, political power and the AJC’s coverage of Georgia’s changing suburbs.

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Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell sit down with Senator Raphael Warnock for an extended conversation about the Supreme Court ruling that weakened a key section of the Voting Rights Act and the political fallout now unfolding in Georgia. Warnock argues the decision could reshape representation in the South, weighs in on Georgia Republicans’ push for new congressional maps, and explains why he believes voting rights should become Democrats’ top priority in Washington. He also responds to growing calls for more aggressive tactics from civil rights groups and Democrats frustrated by what they see as an erosion of Black political power.

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Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell break down a dramatic primary night in Georgia, where several of the state’s biggest races are now headed to high stakes runoffs. They examine Derek Dooley’s surprise surge into the GOP Senate runoff against Mike Collins, the outsider message reshaping Republican politics, and why Gov. Brian Kemp remains such a powerful force in the race. The episode also dives into Keisha Lance Bottoms’ dominant victory in the Democratic governor’s primary, the bruising Republican governor’s contest between Burt Jones and Rick Jackson, and what the results say about the direction of Georgia’s electorate heading into November.

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On Georgia’s high-stakes primary day, Greg Bluestein is joined by Patricia Murphy and Tia Mitchell to break down the races most likely to shape the state’s political future. They examine whether billionaire candidate Rick Jackson can buy his way into a GOP governor runoff, whether former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms can avoid overtime in the Democratic race, and why Georgia’s Supreme Court contests have become unexpectedly fierce political battlegrounds. Then Greg speaks with Steve Kornacki, chief data analyst for NBC News, about the turnout numbers, counties and warning signs he’ll be watching as results roll in Tuesday night — and what Georgia’s electorate could signal for national politics.

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On the eve of Georgia’s primary, Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell dig into listener questions about the races, controversies and legal fights shaping Tuesday’s vote. They explain why judicial races can be confusing on the ballot, unpack backlash to a provocative ad from gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson, and break down why Brad Raffensperger isn’t leaning harder into his 2020 election record as he runs for governor. They also examine fallout from the First Liberty Building & Loan fraud case, what the latest Voting Rights Act ruling could mean for Georgia’s political maps, and the biggest unanswered questions heading into primary night.

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Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down Gov. Brian Kemp’s final bill-signing deadline and why his latest decisions offered a clear window into how he wants to leave office. They unpack his sweeping income tax cut package, the $300 million in new spending he slashed from the budget, and what those cuts reveal about his long-term fiscal strategy as Georgia’s next governor’s race heats up. They also examine Kemp’s decision to sign a controversial measure making certain metro Atlanta races nonpartisan, setting up a legal clash with Fani Willis and other Democratic prosecutors. Plus, they discuss a new transparency law targeting legislative misconduct settlements and why Georgia’s new school cellphone restrictions could have broad support.

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Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy break down the increasingly volatile race for second place in Georgia’s governor’s contest, where Democrats are scrambling to emerge as the strongest alternative to Keisha Lance Bottoms and Republicans remain locked in an expensive fight over who can take on Burt Jones. They dig into Michael Thurmond’s pitch to cut the state sales tax, why Jason Esteves may be gaining momentum, and why so many Democratic voters remain undecided just days before the primary.

Then Greg and Patricia turn to the Democratic race for lieutenant governor, where Josh McLaurin, Nabilah Islam Parkes and Richard Wright are battling for a job that suddenly carries much higher stakes in Georgia politics. They also discuss why a Democratic win in either race could trigger a major power struggle under the Gold Dome.

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Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy examine why Georgia’s lieutenant governor race has become one of the most revealing contests of the 2026 cycle. They break down the Republican field, from insider-outsider candidates like Greg Dolezal to more establishment-aligned contenders such as John F. Kennedy. Then Greg and Patricia speak with Kennedy about tax relief, redistricting, voting machines and how he would handle one of the most powerful jobs under the Gold Dome.

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Greg Bluestein hosts alongside Patricia Murphy as they answer listener questions ahead of Georgia’s May 19 primaries. They dig into early voting numbers, high undecided rates, Rick Jackson’s massive spending and Keisha Lance Bottoms’ answer on whether she would serve two terms. They also examine Fulton County’s latest 2020 election fight, Republican pressure on Gov. Brian Kemp over redistricting and why Democrats are investing heavily in Georgia’s judicial races.

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