Political Breakfast from WABE

Political Breakfast from WABE


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Two-time Atlanta mayor Andrew Young tackles crime, affordable housing and other issues plaguing the city
September 22, 2021

Two-time Atlanta mayor Andrew Young tackles crime, affordable housing and other issues plaguing the city during an election year.

Polls, Polls and a Lt. Governor turned Author
September 15, 2021

The polls in the Atlanta mayoral race are rolling out now that the election is weeks away and all indicate an extremely tight race. Also, a poll shows that "Buckhead Cityhood" could be financially feasible on its own.

Political Shifts and the Mayoral Race
September 08, 2021

Demographic and political shifts stand to play a huge role in Atlanta's Mayoral Race. Clark Atlanta University political science professor Dr. Tammy Greer weighs in on the crowded pool of candidates and what trends are emerging.

Redistricting: The Democrats’ Dilemma: Dr. Charles Bullock’s take on Redistricting
September 01, 2021

Georgia’s legislature is about to hold a special session to redraw district boundaries, and that could affect who goes to Capitol Hill or the Georgia State Capitol. UGA political science professor Dr. Charles Bullock weighs in on what the outcome could me

The Turnaround Expert: Dekalb CEO Michael Thurmond
August 25, 2021

DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond talks about boosting the county's Covid 19 Vaccination rates, and reacts to Governor Brian Kemp's latest order protecting businesses from enforcing mask restrictions.

Brad Raffensperger vs. The Trump Card
August 18, 2021

Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger sits down with Lisa, Brian and Tharon to talk about running for reelection and the many obstacles that stand in his way—some put in place by former president Donald Trump and some by other members of his own R

Polling, Politics, And The Undecided
August 11, 2021

Atlantans elect a new mayor in less than three months, but many voters are still undecided. And a Heisman Trophy winner emerges as the GOP frontrunner for U.S. Senate, even though he hasn’t entered the race.

Lawmakers Play Chess With Fulton County Elections
August 04, 2021

Like the game of chess, some Georgia Senators make the first strategic move to replace Fulton County's election board with one run by the state. But Democrats are watching closely and may be contemplating moves of their own. Fulton County Commission Chair

GOP Targets Fulton County Elections
July 28, 2021

More Georgia Republicans are calling for election reform in Fulton County. Is this a practical move after the controversial presidential election or potentially a huge political bust?

Crime And Punishment (And Politics) In Georgia’s Capital City
July 21, 2021

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms plans to create an office of violence reduction to address rising crime in the city, while Governor Brian Kemp wants Georgia lawmakers to pass anti-crime bills during this fall’s special legislative session.