Opinion

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Jimmy Carter’s legacy: Inspire moral imagination in future leaders to unite us

President Jimmy Carter died one year ago, and the lessons he offer future leaders on service, civic virtue and respecting the dignity of others are abundant and still timely.

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

Georgians all have a part to play in supporting a healthy, resilient child welfare system. That includes supporting and uplifting child welfare workers.

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

The AJC published hundreds of guest opinion columns in 2025 and these selections are the ones that resonated most with readers in metro Atlanta and across Georgia.

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Skyrocketing health insurance premiums will hit 1.5 million Georgians hard

Enhanced Premium Tax Credits for health insurance are set to expire Dec. 31, and 1.5 million Georgians may either lose their coverage or have to balance hard choices.

Nuclear politics: Kemp, Granholm host dueling victory parties at Vogtle
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Georgia’s next chapter on clean energy leadership must include nuclear power

Electricity production and clean energy are top issues for Georgians, and in order to stay ahead, the Peach State must increase its investment in nuclear power.

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

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

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

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

Norfolk Southern: Major Atlanta corporate citizen, for now
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Norfolk Southern merger makes sense for Georgia’s freight rail network needs

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

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We will miss the print AJC newspaper, but the relationship and mission endure

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As new year begins, do not worry about tomorrow; just control what you can

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

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

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

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