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A Risky Dilemma: How Can Georgia Re-Open Without Enough Coronavirus Data?
A look at the dilemma facing Governor Brian Kemp, as he tries to decide whether to lift his statewide stay-at-home order--without enough Coronavirus data yet to make that decision.
Tragic Coronavirus Toll Grows, Especially in Georgia's Nursing Homes
A look at the search for answers after scores of Georgia seniors died in COVID-19 outbreaks in nursing homes, and the questions about why the state still faces shortages of tests and protective equipment.
Gov. Kemp Issues Stay-at-Home Order; Critics Argue Evidence Was There Long Before
A look at the statewide stay-at-home order from Governor Brian Kemp, and the criticism he faced when he talked about the factor that changed his mind.
Gov. Kemp Refuses Total Shutdown; Federal Relief Money Headed to Georgia
A look at the continuing debate over Gov. Brian Kemp's refusal to order a statewide shutdown to combat COVID-19, plus the intensifying internal GOP war in the race for a U.S. Senate seat from Georgia.
Gold Dome Scramble: Coronavirus Sends Georgia Lawmakers Into Quarantine
After a Georgia state senator tested positive for Covid19, hundreds of his fellow lawmakers went into quarantine.
How Politics & Public Health Merged in Georgia Coronavirus Response
Some context about the political part of Georgia's public health response to the Coronavirus, along with analysis of the new stage in the Democratic presidential contest and the scrambles for both of Georgia's Senate seats.
Gold Dome Scramble: Coronavirus And The Suspended Georgia Legislature
State leaders have suspended the Georgia legislature indefinitely as the coronavirus keeps spreading and the state gets ready for more testing.
The Challenges of Responding to Coronavirus; Big Wins for Biden and Bottoms
A look at the scramble by state leaders to shape a unified response to the Coronavirus; the continuing internal GOP battle for the U.S. Senate; and the possible rewards for Atlanta's mayor for her early support of Joe Biden.
Gold Dome Scramble: Coronavirus Halts Glad-handing as Deadline Looms for Legislation
Crossover day is this week, which means time is running out for some bills to become law, while the Coronavirus is having politicians keeping their hands to themselves.
Will Georgia's New Voting Machines Pass Their Big Test?
With attention and energy aimed at Georgia voters, how come some of them just stay home? And will Georgia's new voting machines pass their big test?