Opinion

Georgia cuts programs for foster youth and families

Who’s taking care of child welfare workers taking care of vulnerable children?

Geoff Duncan’s transformation, opposition politics among top-read AJC opinions

Nuclear politics: Kemp, Granholm host dueling victory parties at Vogtle

Georgia’s next chapter on clean energy leadership must include nuclear power

Skyrocketing health insurance premiums will hit 1.5 million Georgians hard

Target is joining Spirit Halloween in becoming a major retailer that sells Halloween costumes specially for kids who use wheelchairs.

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Shopping is harder than it should be for customers with mobility challenges

Georgians deserve health care access. Medicaid expansion is one solution.

Rhone: End of AJC’s print edition is both a loss and an opportunity

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Shopping is harder than it should be for customers with mobility challenges

Store managers don’t realize that an eye-catching display is blocking access to certain products for those using mobility aids.

Georgians deserve health care access. Medicaid expansion is one solution.

Legal challenges to Georgia's Medicaid procurement process are delaying access for residents to quality, affordable health care in the Peach State.

Rhone: End of AJC’s print edition is both a loss and an opportunity

As someone who grew up immersed in newspapers, books and magazines, I only had eyes for print. But it's not how we deliver the news that matters most.

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As Gary Stokan leaves Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, celebrate his great impact

Gary Stokan, CEO of the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, will retire in 2026, and he leaves an enduring legacy in the world of college football. He shows relationships still matter.

Norfolk Southern: Major Atlanta corporate citizen, for now

Norfolk Southern merger makes sense for Georgia’s freight rail network needs

The chairman of the Georgia House Transportation Committee explains why he endorses the proposed Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific merger.

Goodbye, newspaper. Hello, 21st century format that meets the moment.

As the AJC prepares to publish its final print newspaper, longtime reader Ed Hula shares his memories as a reader and a contributor to the 'News for Kids' page.

Atlanta malls offer quiet holiday shopping hour for kids who need it

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Seven ways to create a sensory-friendly holiday season for kids with autism

Children with autism might become overstimulated by the holidays because of the lights, number of people and varied food options. Here's how parents and guardians can help.

Kindness, giving are good for the soul and great ways to combat loneliness

Research confirms what humans know: giving and kindness are good for the soul, one's health, and society as a whole. Go above and beyond donations just during the holidays.

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How Trump’s ‘America First’ national security strategy frames China threat

Trump recognizes the threat of China on paper, but his strategy builds a doctrine whose sharpest, least cautious commitments are a 21st century Monroe Doctrine close to home.

Photos -- Cox donates 1000 ipads to Empty Stocking Fund

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One era ends and another begins for the AJC: A eulogy and a charge forward

The AJC's transition from a print to digital-only publication evokes mourning and optimism for the opportunity to create new ways for communities to connect with each other.

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Author Tayari Jones reveals why Christmas at full tilt affirms a life in bloom

Author Tayari Jones decided that Christmas was a language she could speak for herself. It's a reminder to anyone else feeling sidelined by the holiday season.

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As U.S. engages Venezuela militarily, here’s how to separate fact from fiction

President Donald Trump has made various justifications about why the U.S. is confronting Venezuela with military force, but several of his claims don't hold water.

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How Savannah is building a stronger, smarter tomorrow with citizens and AI

Savannah is improving outcomes and quality of life for residents by focusing on community engagement and powering public safety solutions with artifiical intelligence.

Labor Commissioner Bárbara Rivera Holmes (center) — pictured listening as Gov. Brian Kemp (right) speaks at her introductory news conference in March — unveiled a plan last month to modernize the department. (Ben Gray for the AJC 2025)

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Georgia’s new labor strategic plan fights forward for workers and businesses

Georgia Department of Labor's new strategic plan includes modernized technology, clear language and support for workers and business owners alike.

OPINION

Politicians should pass the torch to the next generation, not cling to power

Politicians like Rep. David Scott, D-Ga., and Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C., have served with distinction, but it's time for them to let others serve.

Ex-Republican Geoff Duncan courts Democrats in his home district

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Geoff Duncan: How I’m navigating switch from Republican to life as Democrat

As a new Democrat, former Georgia Republican Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan is meeting skeptics in crowds and working to win them over as he runs for Peach State governor.