Georgia statehouse reporter for @StateAffairsGA, fmr. @nolanews & @pointreyeslight | Email: [email protected].
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Georgia lawmakers are getting something of a sales pitch today on several election systems as part of the Legislature’s move to replace the state’s voting machines by 2028. #gapol
Big energy tonight at fmr President Obama’s rally with Jon Ossoff, Keisha Lance Bottoms & Georgia Democrats south of Atlanta, plus a quick set by Janelle Monae. #gapol
With more than 2 million voters casting early ballots in Georgia, SOS Brad Raffensperger tours the election hub in battleground Cherokee Co. to assess midterms security:
“Georgia has the tightest system in the country, and yet it’s accessible. That’s the perfect balance.” #gapol
Not since Reconstruction have Georgia voters elected to split political power in the Legislature. That could change in the 2026 midterms. #gapol
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Medicaid cuts for children with autism — including in foster care — has united Georgia lawmakers from both parties ahead of the 2027 session. #gapol
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State lawmakers and top midterms candidates turned up the heat today on Medicaid insurers in Georgia who have cut rates recently for children with autism -- including for foster kids -- by calling for a reversal of the cuts until deeper analysis can be done. #gapol
Meanwhile, a legislative panel of lawmakers, state officials, judges & providers are meeting today to hash out funding & operational issues with Georgia’s foster care system, incl. challenges from the Medicaid cuts. #gapol
Read @StateAffairsGA's reporting on the recent Medicaid cuts to foster providers, forcing local providers to face losing thousands of dollars in the coming months to help children with autism in Georgia. #gapol pro.stateaffairs.com/ga/heal…
State Rep. Scott Hilton, running for reelection, also pledged to hold Medicaid insurers accountable for the rate cuts:
"We will take action if we don't see a course correction here. Because what's happening to our children across the state is completely unacceptable." #gapol
State Sen. Brian Strickland, running for attorney general, called the cuts "disturbing" & "indefensible" related to impacts on foster children:
"We are watching you. We will be demanding that you justify any rate reductions in advance, and we will hold you accountable." #gapol
Welcome to the suburbs in Georgia where battleground districts look to shape the 2026 midterms winners and future policies at the Capitol. #gapol
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Longtime Georgia state legislator Tommy Smith died yesterday at age 75. Smith served in the state House for 34 years, from 1979 to 2013, representing farm country around Bacon County in Southeast Georgia. #gapol
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State Rep. Tommy Smith held leadership positions in agriculture, budgeting, economic development, labor and local governance committees over a legislative career that spanned the administrations of six Georgia governors. #gapol
State Rep. Tommy Smith held leadership positions in agriculture, budgeting, economic development, labor and local governance committees over a legislative career that spanned the administrations of six Georgia governors. #gapol
Longtime Georgia state legislator Tommy Smith died yesterday at age 75. Smith served in the state House for 34 years, from 1979 to 2013, representing farm country around Bacon County in Southeast Georgia. #gapol
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Georgia public schools are losing students as tens of thousands switch to homeschooling, private and charter schools.
It's part of a national enrollment decline that's forcing tough decisions on officials in many states. #gapol
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No matter who wins the midterms, a looming battle over redistricting will keep tensions inflamed in Georgia long after the Nov. 3 votes. #gapol
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Early voting starts in Georgia tomorrow for the 2026 midterms & candidates are kicking it up a notch on the campaign trial.
Republican governor nominee Rick Jackson is flying the state today with Gov. Brian Kemp & Insurance Comm. John King. #gapol
Beau Evans retweeted
Georgia, Pedestrian Safety Starts with All of Us. 🚸
Did you know 84% of pedestrian fatalities occur overnight? Whether you're walking or biking, stay visible and alert, especially after dark. Together, we can make Georgia's roads safer for everyone. #ArriveAlive
ALT Poster emphasizing pedestrian safety. Images include a crosswalk with pedestrians, a vehicle stopping, a hand signal for crossing, and a pedestrian crossing sign. Logos include GDOT and Arrive Alive with the message: "Pedestrian Safety Starts with All of Us." Additional text highlights the importance of mutual vigilance for safe roads.
#Braves went 18-124 for a .145 team average.
Not great!
Braves NLDS batting stats vs. Dodgers:
Harris II: .375 (6-16) | 0 HR | 1 RBI | 2 K
Albies: .200 (3-15) | 1 HR | 2 RBI | 3 K
Dubón: .154 (2-13) | 0 HR | 1 RBI | 3 K
Murphy: .143 (1-7) | 1 HR | 1 RBI | 2 K
Thomas: .143 (1-7) | 0 HR | 0 RBI | 4 K
Acuña Jr.: .133 (2-15) | 0 HR | 0 RBI | 4 K
Olson: .125 (2-16) | 0 HR | 0 RBI | 6 K
Baldwin: .071 (1-14) | 0 HR | 1 RBI | 5 K
Riley: .000 (0-13) | 0 HR | 0 RBI | 6 K
Yastrzemski: .000 (0-3) | 0 HR | 0 RBI | 1 K
Kim: .000 (0-2) | 0 HR | 0 RBI | 1 K
Tellez: .000 (0-2) | 0 HR | 0 RBI | 1 K
Hicklen: .000 (0-1) | 0 HR | 0 RBI | 1 K
Gone are the days of the Talmadge machine in Georgia, but the 2026 midterms could turn U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff into a 21st century kingmaker. #gapol
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