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Burns unveils plan to eliminate property taxes on most Georgia homes
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Speaker Jon Burns’ sweeping literacy overhaul caught in legislative crossfire

One of House Speaker Jon Burns’ signature priorities is at risk of becoming collateral damage in the annual House-Senate endgame.

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Challengers jolt Georgia Supreme Court race

Justice Charlie Bethel is gearing up for a rare competitive Georgia Supreme Court race.

Long Lines at Atlanta Airport March 17
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Government shutdown sparks new round of partisan finger‑pointing

Republicans are seizing on long airport lines to target Georgia Democrats amid the partial government shutdown.

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Support Georgia's Military & Veteran State Park Fee Waiver Act, and Trump has debased the nation with this war in Iran.

Former Sen. Sam Nunn
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Sam Nunn on Iran, Congress and why he never ran for president

Former Sen. Sam Nunn weighs in on Iran, the role of Congress, and why he never for president. "I looked in the mirror several times and I did not see a president staring back.

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How Trump administration is helping Ga. producers recover from Hurricane Helene

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke L. Rollins visited the Georgia State Capitol to announce disaster aid to help farmers, ranchers and foresters harmed by Hurricane Helene.

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