Georgia gubernatorial race sets spending record
Financial reports released this week show the race to succeed Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal has become the costliest race for that office in state history.
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Pat Buchanan: The Never-Trumpers are never coming back
With Never-Trump conservatives bailing on the GOP and crying out for the Party of Pelosi to save us, some painful truths need to be restated.
Rep. Graves Supports America First Agriculture Bill
Rep. Tom Graves today voted for and the House passed the Agriculture and Nutrition Act , legislation setting policy for agriculture and nutrition programs, including work requirements, for the next five years.
Catoosa County Sheriff’s Department educating public on new Hands Free Law
The Catoosa County Sheriff's Department currently has pamphlets circulating through town that inform residents of what the new Georgia Hands Free Law consists of.
Around Town: Bill Shipp on the governor’s race, Democrats, Trump and the free press
Around Town paid a call on the Georgia Writers Hall of Fame member this week, finding him in good spirits, though concerned about such things as the future of the free press in this country and the leftward march of the Democratic Party.
Biden backs Abrams in closely-watched Georgia race
Former Vice President Joe Biden endorsed Stacey Abrams Wednesday in her bid to become Georgia's first Democratic governor in 15 years and the nation's first-ever black female state executive. The former vice president hailed Abrams in a statement to The Associated Press for her "track record of building consensus across party lines" while still advancing Democratic priorities like Medicaid expansion and public education.
Commissioners, legislators meet to discuss Cobb’s transit future
State Sen. Kay Kirkpatrick, R-east Cobb, listens during Tuesday's meeting held at the Cobb County Civic Center that centered on metro Atlanta transit options provided by House Bill 930, which was signed by Gov. Nathan Deal last month.
GOP congressman asks Trump to attend annual baseball game
A Republican congressman has asked President Donald Trump to attend the annual congressional baseball game Thursday night at Nationals Park. Texas Rep. Roger Williams, who is coaching the Republican team, tells The Associated Press that, "I asked him to come, I guess it was last week, I was over at the Oval Office."
Federal Legislation Would Require Proper Labeling Of E15 Fuel And Consumer Education Campaign
U.S. Rep. Austin Scott and U.S. Rep. Lois Frankel have introduced the "Consumer Protection and Fuel Transparency Act of 2018" in the U.S. House . The American Motorcyclist Association supports this bill.
Subcommittee Passes Tom Graves’ Financial Services Reform Bill
The House Appropriations Committee's Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee on Thursday passed the fiscal year 2019 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations bill, which was authored by Rep. Tom Graves who is chairman of the subcommittee.
Georgia Democrat Challenges Racial Barrier in Governor Race
Georgia Democrats gave Atlanta lawyer Stacey Abrams a chance to become the first Black female governor in American history on a primary night that ended well for several women seeking office. Abrams set new historical marks with a primary victory Tuesday that made her the first Black nominee and first female nominee for governor of either majority party in Georgia.
Stacey Abrams won the Georgia county once known for being all white
Stacey Abrams made history Tuesday night by being the nation's first black woman nominated for governor by a major po... Stacey Abrams made history Tuesday night by being the nation's first black woman nominated for governor by a major political party. She also upended Georgia's conventional wisdom about minority candidates.
There Are Two Georgias. One Just Made History.
Stacey Abrams, who won the Democratic primary for governor, was born and raised in Mississippi. But in many ways she is a product of Georgia's capital city, which she once represented in the state House of Representatives.
High hopes but tough road for black woman in governor’s race
She's a Yale-educated attorney and a romance novelist who served a decade in the Georgia Legislature. Now Stacey Abrams has gained a shot at becoming the first black woman elected governor in U.S. history.
GOP candidates for Georgia governor ready for runoff
Gov. Casey Cagle speaks to his supporters as he enters a runoff with Brian Kemp during an election-night watch party in Gainesville, Ga., Tuesday, May 22, 2018. . Democratic candidate for Georgia Governor Stacey Abrams smiles as she speaks during an election-night watch party Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Atlanta.
Big Night For Women As 4 States Vote Ahead Of Midterms
It was shaping up as a big night for women as four states cast primary and runoff ballots, with Georgia Democrats taking the lead by nominating Stacey Abrams for governor. Democrats were set to nominate a woman for governor either way, with Stacey Abrams and Stacey Evans battling it out in a pitched primary fight.
The Latest: Ark. governor wins primary in re-election bid
Supporters react during an election-night watch party for Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams, Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Atlanta. Supporters react during an election-night watch party for Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams, Tuesday, May 22, 2018, in Atlanta.
The Latest: Gay man loses bid to challenge Ky. county clerk
In the Democratic primary in Georgia's gubernatorial race, Stacey Abrams has won to become the state's first female nominee for governor from either major party. If Abrams wins the general election in November, she'll become the first black female governor in the U.S. The former state House minority leader, Abrams beat former state Rep. Stacey Evans in Tuesday's race.
Progressive Fights, More Women On The Ballot In Tuesday’s Primary Contests
Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidates and former state representatives Stacey Abrams and Stacey Evans participate in a debate earlier this month. John Amis/AP hide caption Georgia Democratic gubernatorial candidates and former state representatives Stacey Abrams and Stacey Evans participate in a debate earlier this month.
What to know about Tuesday’s elections
Democrats look to expand the House map into Trump country with potentially strong recruits running in Arkansas, Kentucky and Texas. Georgia Republican gubernatorial candidates are racing to the right to embrace President Donald Trump and the National Rifle Association, while the state's Democratic primary has drawn national attention and endorsements from the party's major 2020 presidential prospects.