Policy Matters GA: Recent Episodes
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Erick and Nicole give a brief recap of the speakers and activities going on in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention.
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We have returned from our summer hiatus to a flurry of new events including a new democrat ticket. Erick and Nicole will walk through Allan Lichtman's 13 keys to the White House to see who has the advantage in this new presidential race. We will also discuss how the Harris/Walz campaign will impact state legislative races in battleground Georgia.
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This week Nicole and Erick talk with Georgia Supreme Court Candidate John Barrow. This is an election that is on the ballot on May 21st and has huge consequences and John is the only candidate with a strong pro-choice record.
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This episode we discuss the close of the 2024 Legislative Session. The Good, The Bad, and the... near misses. We are joined by Jeff Breedlove with the Georgia Council for Recovery and Niles Francis.
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This week Erick and Nicole discuss the last few remaining bills that we need to watch as well as some of the bad that has already been done. There is one week until this session is over and we will be covering it until the end.
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This episode Nicole and Erick discuss the good and the bad bills that survived crossover day at the Georgia State Capitol. They also take a look at some upcoming changes in Democrat leadership after both the House and Senate leaders did not qualify. They also discuss the hot topic of IVF.
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This week we dive into some movement of bad bills in Georgia and more chaos with congress on boarder bill, aid funding, and a failed impeachment vote.
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This week is week 3 of the session and we are joined by Rabbi Larry Sernovitz to discuss HB 30, a bill to define Antisemitism, clearing the Senate Judiciary committee. What does this really mean, why is it important, and what are the next steps.
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This week we are joined by Cobb County Commissioner Jerica Richardson as we discuss the start of the legislative session and the current status of her congressional bid.
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As we get ready for the start of the legislative session next week, we sit down with the Chair of the Senate Democrats, Sen. Elena Parent. We talk New Years resolutions, Maps, and the upcoming session.
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Welcome to season 2 of Policy Matter GA. This episode we discuss the special session to address the federal courts order for Georgia to correct its redistricting that violated Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. We also have a very special guest; Brigadier General (RT) Shawn Harris who last deployment was in Israel. Shawn shares his great perspective in the conflict in the Middle East and the possible path(s) forward.
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Erick and Nicole are joined by Niles Francis to discuss a busy week. Federal Judge throws out Georgia Congressional and State Legislature Map and orders new maps; Gov. Kemp calls for special session to start on November 29th. Also, US House finally has a Speaker and GA Lt. Gov wants teachers to carry guns.
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1/2 of 1/3 of our government is paralyzed and the world is on fire. This week its Jim Jordans turn to loose votes on the floor for speaker. How far will he take this and what do Nicole and Erick think will be the outcome.
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This week the predictable happened. Speaker McCarthy wanted the gavel so bad he made it easy to remove him, and that is just what happened. This week Erick is joined by Niles Francis to discuss the "vacancy of the Chair".
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This week we discuss the possibility of a Federal Judge ordering the legislature to redraw Congressional and State Legislative maps and what this means for incumbents and candidates. We also discuss the dysfunctional House Republicans steering our federal government straight towards a shutdown.
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This episode... a lot like the last one. Another Trump indictment but this time a RICO charge that comes with a mandatory minimum if convicted.
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This episode Erick and Nicole walk you through the latest Trump indictment and his possible defenses, as well as Space Force not landing in Alabama, and the reality that Slavery was not a net benefit to black people.
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This week Erick and Nicole discuss GA State Rep Mainor switching parties based on alternative facts as the dive deep into education policy and the crazy last minute SCOTUS decisions.
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This week your host Erick and Nicole are joined by State Representative and Chair of the Cobb County Legislative Delegation, Teri Anulewicz. We will discuss the unfortunate rally of hate at a Cobb Synagogue and some surprising decisions by SCOTUS.
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This has been a busy news week. Erick and Nicole go in-depth on the Trump Indictment and the surprise ruling by SCOTUS on the Alabama Congressional maps. This is a conversation you don't want to miss!
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This week Erick and Nicole address the deal on the Debt Ceiling, a growing field of GOP presidential hopefuls, and a list of other political shenanigans.
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Today Nicole and Erick discuss the looming debt ceiling limit and the ongoing negotiations, more abortion restrictions, and Fulton County Chair nominating a republican to lead the Board of Registrations and Elections, giving power to the GOP in an overwhelmingly Dem county.
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This week Erick and Nicole discuss the re-election announcement of President Joe Biden, new attacks on the Trans community, and the debit celling.
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This week we are back from our post session week off and are now ready to tackle local and national issues. The DNC picks Chicago over Atlanta, the federal judge in Texas knows more than the FDA, and the TN3 get expelled.... sort of!
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Now that the 2023 legislative session has concluded. Nicole and Erick discuss the highs, the lows, and the close calls!
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We are 3 legislative days away and it is full on crazy season under the Gold Dome. The week we have calls to action for SB 140 and are on watch for other "bad bills" picking up steam.
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Today we discussed all things Crossover day (The last day for legislation to pass one chamber and cross over to the other). We will tell you what bills made it and which ones died... for now.
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There is only one day left for bills to pass one chamber and cross over to the other. Some have already died, some have passed, and others are still alive for a vote on Day 28!
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Just as expected school voucher bills are now moving in the State Senate. This week we are joined by Stephen Owens of GBPI to discuss these bills and education funding.
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Today we are joined by Jeff Graham, Executive Director of Georgia Equality. He breaks down several bills moving through the State Senate that directly impact LGBTQ youth.
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This episode freshman legislator and the only Jewish member of the Georgia house joins us to discuss a bill she has co-sponsored that will define antisemitism in Georgia.
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This week we are joined by Jeff Breedlove of the Georgia Council for Recovery to discuss ARAD (Addiction and Recovery Awareness Day) and Mental Health Day at the Georgia Capitol. We also discuss the introduction of legislation on Women's Health and fair taxation.
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This week we are joined by the CEO of the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute, Staci Fox. We will discuss all things Georgia's 2023 budget and where there are ways for a more Justice and Equity focused budget.
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This week we are joined by the Chair of the Senate Democrat Caucus, Senator Elena Parent. We discuss the start of the session and the issues that are expected and not expected this session.
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This week Nicole and I are joined by Ken Lawler, Chairman of Fair Districts Georgia. We discuss the last redistricting cycle and the impacts locally and nationally.
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Nicole and I talk with State Representative Dar'Shun Kendrick about the first Pre-Filed bill for this upcoming session. HB 1 - The Georgia Pro-Birth Accountability act. She explains how she got the idea and the impact she believes it could have.
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This week Erick and Nicole discuss the historic win of Rev. Sen. Warnock giving Democrats a clear majority in the Senate. How did he win and who is to blame for yet another GOP loss.
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This week Nicole and I are talking all things Georgia Runoff 2022 and are joined by special guest Patricia Murphy of the Atlanta Journal Constitution.
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This week we discuss the courts rulings and pending rulings on Saturday voting in the Georgia Senate Runoff as well as projecting the year of transition for the Georgia General Assembly.
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Join Erick and Nicole along with special guest, House Minority Whip David Wilkerson. they discuss the run-off, Saturday voting, and why we need to turn out! This is your call to action GA Dems... we need you now.
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Policy Matters GA has launched! Check out our first episode where we will have analysis of the 2022 mid-term election in Georgia and across the country. Nicole and I are joined by Niles Francis and Sarah Riggs Amico,
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