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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Bottoms challenges Jackson to trio of televised debates in governor’s race

Politically Georgia: “Georgians deserve to hear directly from their candidates for governor,” Democratic nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms said.

U.S. Senate runoff
POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Rodeo fundraiser offers revealing glimpse of Georgia GOP’s future

The first-of-its-kind event reflected a party eager to experiment and broaden its appeal beyond the traditional political crowd.

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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

With millions banked, Jon Ossoff’s general election campaign roars to life

The Democratic incumbent's campaign said it raised more than $1 million in the 24 hours after U.S. Rep. Mike Collins clinched the Republican nomination.

Opinion and Voices

Martha Zoller
PATRICIA MURPHY

Remembering my friend Martha Zoller, who always returned the call

Martha Zoller, WDUN radio host and "Georgia Gang" panelist, died Monday.

Spain forward Lamine Yamal (right) dribbles under pressure during a World Cup match against Cape Verde on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Atlanta Stadium. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)
GUEST COLUMN

As we watch the World Cup, let’s talk about the global state of civic freedom

As the world comes together to watch the World Cup, people around the globe should also call attention to the state of human rights in their countries.

Election 2026 Georgia
PATRICIA MURPHY

Gov. Brian Kemp is election night’s biggest loser

The Georgia governor's backed candidates for the state's marquee Republican primaries lost in Tuesday's runoffs.

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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Bottoms challenges Jackson to trio of televised debates in governor’s race

Martha Zoller
PATRICIA MURPHY

Remembering my friend Martha Zoller, who always returned the call

Senate Republicans seek a delay on banning QR code vote counting

A tactical GOP retreat comes with a cost in Georgia

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POLITICALLY GEORGIA

Rodeo fundraiser offers revealing glimpse of Georgia GOP’s future