En iyi WABE podcastleri (2024)

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Political Breakfast Year in Review, Remembering Georgia Sen. Vincent Fort 30:02

2d ago30:02

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On this edition of Political Breakfast, the team reflects on the legacy of Vincent Fort. The former Georgia lawmaker recently lost his battle with cancer. During his time as a state senator, Fort was known as a voice for the underserved. He took on housing reform and a host of civil rights issues. Host Lisa Rayam along with Republican strategist Br…

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Plugged In: 2024 was a big year in Georgia politics. What’s in store for 2025? (Plus a little trivia) 44:35

7d ago44:35

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On this week's episode of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast," we take stock of the year in Georgia politics, including a recent court decision removing Fulton District Attorney Fani Willis from the Georgia election interference case, which represents the last remaining criminal charges against President-elect Donald Trump. Plus we look ahead to …

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Former Buckhead cityhood movement leader, now bound for Belgium as Trump's ambassador 9:07

8d ago9:07

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On this week's Political Breakfast, the gang talks about another Georgian who's been tapped to serve alongside President-elect Donald Trump. Trump announced Saturday that he's picked former Buckhead cityhood leader Bill White to serve as his ambassador to Belgium. White donated millions to Trump's 2024 campaign. Simultaneously, White pushed for Geo…

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Talking tort reform, Eggs and Issues ahead of 2025 Legislative Session 24:52

9d ago24:52

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This week the Political Breakfast team talks tort reform, and how Georgia Governor Brian Kemp is making this a top priority during the 2025 legislative session. That starts in just a few weeks after the new year. Kemp has been bringing it up at gatherings like the Georgia Chamber of Commerce's Congressional Luncheon for years. He told lawmakers in …

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Plugged In: Georgia’s newest lawmakers get ready to head to the Gold Dome 25:09

14d ago25:09

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Twenty-two new state lawmakers will take their seats at the State Capitol when the Georgia General Assembly reconvenes on January 13th. Among them is Bryce Berry, who at just 23 is one of the youngest state lawmakers in Georgia history. On this week’s episode of “Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast,” hosts Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali speak with rep…

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Mass deportations and Georgia families 19:55

15d ago19:55

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Republican strategist Brian Robinson, Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and host Lisa Rayam tackle the issue of immigration, and President-elect Donald Trump's promise of mass deportations once taking office. How are Georgia families dealing with the prospect of possibly being forced to leave? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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United CEO's murder sparks widespread mocking, rage online 14:19

17d ago14:19

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Republican strategist Brian Robinson, Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and host Lisa Rayam talk about the startling social media comments that emerged after the execution-style murder of United Healthcare CEO, Brian Thompson. Some of the comments were so shocking, they sparked both Brian and Tharon to ponder the current state of America. (Note:…

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Plugged In: What Trump's agenda on housing and health could mean for Georgia 25:49

21d ago25:49

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has a lot of ideas about how to reshape healthcare in America. He's President-Elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, which includes the Atlanta-based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Potential changes are worrying public health experts. Policy shifts are also expected at the D…

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President Biden goes back on his word and pardons his son, Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr announces a run for Governor 46:26

24d ago46:26

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A lot transpired over the Thanksgiving holiday. Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr slipped in the announcement that he's running for Governor. Strategists Tharon Johnson and Brian Robinson, along with host Lisa Rayam, discuss the strategic timing of his announcement. Plus, will this news mobilize the Democratic Party and dredge-up familiar names l…

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What Trump's agenda on the environment and immigration could mean for Georgia 20:21

1M ago20:21

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President-elect Donald Trump has picked several immigration hard-liners for top posts and he plans to fill key energy and environment roles with oil and gas supporters who have pledged to slash regulations. On this week’s episode of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast," hosts Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali speak with immigration reporter Emily Wu Pea…

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Proposed city council pay raises raise eyebrows, Special runoff election for vacant Atlanta city council seat 23:23

1M ago23:23

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Hefty pay raises are being proposed for all city council members come 2026, including for the Mayoral position. The Mayor could see a salary increase from $202K to $271K, and city council members would go from roughly $72K to $127K. Republican strategist Brian Robinson, the Atlanta Civic Circle's Saba Long and host Lisa Rayam share their thoughts o…

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The chair of Georgia's Democratic Party plans her exit. The state GOP takes notes as it prepares for 2026 26:34

1M ago26:34

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On this edition of Political Breakfast, the team discusses strategy on the part of the chair of the Georgia Democratic Party as she prepares to leave the post. There was a concerted call for U.S. Representative Nikema Williams to resign after Democrats showed up poorly on November 5th. Leading the charge is U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff who is up for ree…

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Plugged In: Republicans take power as Democrats regroup 19:43

1M ago19:43

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Every Georgia county has now certified the results of the 2024 election. Historically, this has been a relatively uncontroversial procedural step. Since 2020, that hasn't been the case. But with Donald Trump's victory in Georgia, talk of election fraud has died down. In this week's edition of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast," reporters Sam Gri…

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Tumultuous time for Georgia Democrats after Harris' loss, Democratic Party blame game 21:05

1M ago21:05

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The General election is over and the dust has settled. Georgia Democrats are left wondering: What happened? As they look inward and search for clarity, Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and Republican strategist Brian Robinson and host Lisa Rayam take a hard look at Democratic voter turnout in Georgia. What does the November 5th voter turnout me…

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Calls for the Georgia chair of the Democratic Party to step down after the November 5th election, President-elect Trump hones-in on Georgia for trusted leadership positions 22:01

1M ago22:01

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On this edition of Political Breakfast, the team sorts through new developments in Georgia after the November 5th election. There are now calls for the chair of the state Democratic Party to step down after sweeping losses in the House. U.S. Representative Nikema Williams insists she can handle the job even while running for reelection. But, a majo…

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Plugged In: Georgia’s shift right helps propel Trump to second term 19:08

2M ago19:08

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Former President Donald Trump will be the 47th president of the United States. Nearly 5.3 million Georgians voted, breaking the turnout record set during the 2020 election. Trump received 50.7% of Georgia's vote, turning the swing state red after President Joe Biden's victory four years ago. On this week's episode of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Po…

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Donald Trump heads back into the White House, Kamala Harris loses Georgia, other key battleground states flip red in divided nation 8:12

2M ago8:12

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Political Breakfast goes live with Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson, Republican strategist Brian Robinson and host Lisa Rayam just hours after the Associated Press called a presidential victory for Donald Trump. Analysts call the victory an extraordinary political comeback for Trump, a convicted felon who still stands accused of election interf…

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Election Day is here in battleground Georgia 24:52

2M ago24:52

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Heading into November 5th Election Day, Georgia is already on-record with over 4 million voters casting early ballots in a highly contested presidential race. However, that's not the only important contest on the ballot in Georgia. There are city, state and county offices at stake too. Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson, Republican strategist Bri…

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Plugged In: Election Day is coming 37:15

2M ago37:15

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Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are making their closing arguments with election day less than a week away. On this week's episode of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast," politics reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali preview what to expect on election night. Plus, a look at some of the competitive state legislative…

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Political Breakfast LIVE in front of Georgia voters at WABE, one week out from a historic Election Day 1:12:40

2M ago1:12:40

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On this week's Political Breakfast, we're roughly a week away from Election Day, and Georgians are early-voting in record numbers according to the Secretary of State's office. Polls still indicate a tight race between Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. The team wanted to engage with WABE listeners and voters in-person ahead of election …

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ELECTION DAY COUNTDOWN IN GEORGIA 32:58

2M ago32:58

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On this edition of Political Breakfast, Host Lisa Rayam asks Republican Strategist Brian Robinson and Democratic Strategist Tharon Johnson to share thoughts on the 11th hour of presidential campaigning in Georgia. A small swath of undecideds are at stake. Both flesh out their respective party's strategies to get those still "up in the air" to the p…

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Plugged In: Concerns about political violence come into focus as presidential campaigns push to the finish 21:28

2M ago21:28

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The FBI is warning that extremists with concerns about the election could turn to violence in the coming weeks. In this week's episode of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast," politics reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali take the political temperature in Georgia. Plus, former Presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama return to Atlanta and an expl…

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A deluge of campaign ads hit the airwaves in the midst of heavey stumping in Georgia 31:19

2M ago31:19

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On this episode of Political Breakfast, we talk about Campaign ads. The GOP ads on transgender rights seem to be dominating the airwaves leading up to the November 5th election. While the the Democratic Party continues to focus on reproductive rights.....how is all of this factoring into a very tight race in Georgia? The Political Breakfast team ta…

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Plugged In: Georgia smashes a turnout record as early voting starts 20:36

2M ago20:36

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Early voting is now underway in Georgia and over 300,000 voters showed up on the first day, more than doubling the previous record set in 2020. With less than three weeks to go until election day, WABE politics reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali discuss the latest election news in this week's episode of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast." Plu…

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Last-minute Harris and Trump stumping in Georgia, Trump hones-in on Georgia women and Gwinnett County, early voting turnout and voters up for grabs 26:51

2M ago26:51

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Early voting is underway in Georgia and former president Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are doing 11th-hour stumping here. Are their strategies turning-out voters and packing the polls? Trump is hitting the Peach State a little more aggressively in these next three weeks ahead of Election Day on November 5th. At the time of this Poli…

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Plugged In: Indian Americans in Georgia continue to expand their political influence 23:41

3M ago23:41

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Georgia's growing Indian-American community is getting more politically involved, both as voters and as candidates. On this week's episode of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast," politics reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali take listeners to the Festival of India in Atlanta and discuss how this community could shape local and presidential races…

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Trump RSVP's for Atlanta rally instead of CNN debate against Harris, October surprise 17:26

3M ago17:26

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Donald Trump is coming to a rally at Gas South Arena in Duluth on October 23rd, roughly 25 miles north of Atlanta. But opponent Vice President Kamala Harris already challenged the former president to another CNN debate that same night, taking place just miles away in Atlanta. Trump has argued it's “too late” to have another presidential debate, bec…

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Kemp and Trump's political feud smoothed-over as hurricane relief takes priority in Georgia 5:58

3M ago5:58

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Both Republicans and Democrats are crossing political lines and banding together to help those devastated by Hurricane Helene. That's as another powerful Hurricane Milton already barrels towards the Florida coast, less than two weeks after Helene. Governor Brian Kemp and Donald Trump made an appearance together last week outside Augusta. Host Lisa …

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Helene devastation, Harris and Trump visit Georgia, but is the Biden administration doing enough? Plus, analysis of Vice Presidential debate 8:05

3M ago8:05

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On this week's Political Breakfast, we discuss President Joe Biden traveling to Georgia Thursday to tour areas impacted by Hurricane Helene. Vice President Kamala Harris was in Augusta Wednesday to survey damage from the storm and former President Donald Trump made a stop in Valdosta earlier this week. Thousands across the southeast are unaccounted…

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Plugged In: Climate change is fueling extreme weather, even in areas far from the coast 30:07

3M ago30:07

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Hurricane Helene left a path of devastation across the Southeast, killing more than 200 people since making landfall in Florida. Hundreds are still missing. On this week's episode of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast," climate reporter Emily Jones and environment reporter Marisa Mecke discuss the historic storm, how climate change is making extr…

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Hurricane Helene response from both Trump and Harris, Trump's past comments on climate change "scam", Georgia vs. Alabama game 30:25

3M ago30:25

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On this week's Political Breakfast, both presidential candidates Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are being criticized by their response to Hurricane Helene. Harris and President Joe Biden approved emergency declarations for southeastern states including Georgia. But Republicans claim Harris should've cut her West Coast stumping schedu…

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Plugged In: With just weeks to go, election rules and rulings are in flux 28:32

3M ago28:32

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With a little more than a month left until election day, Georgia's State Election Board has approved several last-minute changes to the election process, despite opposition from Republican state officials and local election officials. Tensions on the board are growing as Republican members hint that their work is not done and criticize those who qu…

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Trump stumps in Savannah this week, Vance covers Macon and metro Atlanta, Burt Jones' texts surface that criticize fellow Republicans 26:47

3M ago26:47

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On this week's Political Breakfast, we start with former president Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance stumping in Georgia this week. The pair are traveling separately to cover more ground. Plus, more political theater from Georgia's GOP. Text messages surface that were sent by Georgia Lt. Gov. Burt Jones. The texts from Jones, a Trump ally,…

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Plugged In: Does a new state law discriminate against homeless voters? 25:58

3M ago25:58

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The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by half a point this week and further cuts are expected between now and the end of next year. Mortgage rates have already started coming down in anticipation of the rate cuts, making it easier for many to buy a home, but home ownership still remains out of reach for millions of Americans. On this week's episod…

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Women voters disenchanted by JD Vance's 'childless cat ladies' comments, power of women voters in Georgia 7:25

3M ago7:25

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On the latest edition of Political Breakfast, we hone-in on the role of women voters in Georgia, and the issues that will sway them. A recent Gallup analysis found that women aged 18 to 29 are more liberal than young women in the past on specific issues, particularly abortion and the environment. All this as Vice President Kamala Harris has recentl…

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The second assassination attempt targeting Donald Trump, State legislators step-up to tackle gun safety issues in Georgia 31:09

3M ago31:09

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On this edition of Political Breakfast, the team talks about the second assassination attempt on the life of Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump. What is this saying about the overall political climate? Republican strategist Brian Robinson, Democratic strategist Tharon Johnson and host Lisa Rayam reminisce on a tumultuous time during the 1…

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How Georgia voters saw the Trump-Harris debate 21:22

4M ago21:22

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Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump debated Tuesday for the first and possibly the only time before Election Day. On this week’s episode of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast," the team shares their stories of watching the debate. Plus, an update on the fight to keep or remove third-party and independent presidential ca…

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Harris versus Trump: who's crowned the winner? 8:10

4M ago8:10

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On this week's Political Breakfast, the gang is live soon after the first high-stakes presidential debate between Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. We know that debates don't necessarily win elections. But many surveys of voters nationwide, including undecided swing voters, suggest that Harris won the debate. Still, the latest polls sh…

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Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock's thoughts on a possible mandatory gun buyback program. The role of Georgia elected officials in addressing gun safety measures. Presidential debate preview. 33:23

4M ago33:23

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On this edition of Political Breakfast, the team talks about a renewed push for gun safety after the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School in Barrow County. Strategists Brian Robinson and Tharon Johnson and host Lisa Rayam address the role Georgia legislators are bound to play. Plus, they ponder the question: Is a gun buyback program a viable so…

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Plugged In: Elected officials respond to deadliest school shooting in Georgia history 16:40

4M ago16:40

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Two students and two teachers are dead after a 14-year-old student opened fire inside a Barrow County high school on Wednesday. The student, and his 54-year-old father, are now facing multiple charges. In this week's episode of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast," reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali discuss how elected officials are responding …

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Plugged In: Harris looks to win over voters outside Atlanta 19:38

4M ago19:38

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Vice President Kamala Harris wrapped up a campaign swing in coastal Georgia with a Savannah rally on Thursday. Harris, along with her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, visited a marching band practice and a barbecue restaurant, among other local stops. The goal, campaign strategists say, is to show Democrats are serious about winning votes…

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Georgia's GOP flip-flopping support between Trump, Harris 23:35

4M ago23:35

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On this edition of Political Breakfast, the team discusses how influential Georgia Republicans are still conflicted when it comes to supporting former president Donald Trump. Georgia Governor Brian Kemp's tense relationship with Donald Trump appears to be fading. He's now attending a fundraiser for Trump in Atlanta. How can this be a win/win for bo…

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DNC wrap-up, Harris-Walz stumping in rural southern Georgia 28:53

4M ago28:53

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In this edition of Political Breakfast, Democratic Strategist Tharon Johnson's take of the Democratic National Convention. He was there in Chicago and spent time on the convention floor. Plus Republican Strategist Brian Robinson and Tharon both share their take on the stumping that will be ramping-up in the battleground state of Georgia with host L…

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Plugged In: Georgia makes a splash at the Democratic National Convention 22:51

4M ago22:51

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Vice President Kamala Harris has officially accepted her party's historic nomination for president. Atlanta may have missed out on hosting the Democratic National Convention this year, but the city's culture was prominently on display. In this week’s episode of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast," reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali discuss wha…

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Day one DNC wrap-up 7:14

4M ago7:14

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On this edition of Political Breakfast, the team talks about the first night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Georgia Senator Raphael Warnock took center stage and ignited the crowd with a fiery speech. Republican Strategist Brian Robinson and The Atlanta Civic Circle's Saba Long provide insight on Warnock's time at the podium. Plu…

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Plugged In: Georgia is facing a maternal mortality crisis 28:04

4M ago28:04

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Georgia’s maternal mortality rate is among the worst in the nation and health officials say the vast majority of pregnancy related deaths in the state are preventable. WABE Health Reporter Jess Mador has been reporting on the crisis and potential solutions. She joined WABE’s Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali for this week’s episode of "Plugged In: A WABE…

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Georgia's State Election Board draws ire from both Democrats and Republicans; Predictions surrounding Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris' current honeymoon 18:26

4M ago18:26

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On this week's second edition of Political Breakfast, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and her new running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, postponed a visit to Georgia due to Tropical Storm Debby. But their Honeymoon has not waned. Will it? And if so, when? Republican Strategist Brian Robinson and the Atlanta Civic Circle's Saba Lon…

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Governor Kemp makes it clear that he fully supports the Republican ticket in the race for the White House, the DUI arrest of a Georgia state lawmaker 20:35

5M ago20:35

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On this edition of Political Breakfast, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp makes it clear that he supports the GOP presidential ticket, even though Donald Trump continues to attack him personally. Why is the Governor becoming more and more vocal about his stance now? Republican strategist Brian Robinson and the Atlanta Civic Circle's Saba Long share their…

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Plugged In: Explaining Georgia's new rule on certifying elections 17:29

5M ago17:29

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A new rule approved by the Georgia State Election Board could open the door for local election boards to refuse to certify election results. The measure will go into effect ahead of the November presidential election. On this week's episode of "Plugged In: A WABE Politics Podcast," political reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali discuss the new rul…

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Trump reignites his feud with Kemp ahead of tight November presidential race 8:58

5M ago8:58

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On this week's Political Breakfast, how former Presdent Donald Trump is once again taking aim at Georgia Governor Brian Kemp. Kemp was his target at a recent rally in Atlanta. Is this good or bad politics for the GOP presidential nominee? Host Lisa Rayam asks that question of Republican strategist Brian Robinson and the Atlanta Civic Circle's Saba …

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