The Nature of Belief
Why do we believe what we believe? It’s a philosophical question that has been asked for millennia, one that doesn’t have a simple answer. There are countless forces that tie into it – where we were born, who our parents…
John Lewis
A New Marker for Black History
Black History Month is one of my favorite times of the year. While there is no bad month to reflect on and commemorate the many contributions and achievements of Black Americans, there remains something special about making a meaningful effort…
The Legacy and Lessons of John Lewis
In politics, there are a lot of transactional friendships, rooted in the question, “What can you do for me?” It is one of the main reasons that so few people trust politicians, lobbyists or anyone else who passes through legislative…
Political Notes: Ups, Downs and In-betweens
Key Session Dates: Crossover Day for the 2023 General Assembly is Monday, March 6, the last day legislation can be passed out of its originating chamber. The session will adjourn on Wednesday, March 29 – Sine Die. Legislators adopted a…
Political Notes: The Ups, Downs and In-betweens
Black Caucus Chair: State Rep. Carl Gilliard (D-Savannah) is the new chair of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus for the 2023-24 term. The caucus works to protect the general welfare of Black people, other people of color and disadvantaged citizens…
2023 Hall of Fame: Calvin Smyre – Lawmaker and Statesman
It is hard to imagine the Georgia House of Representatives without its dean: Calvin Smyre, the Columbus Democrat who served for 48 years and was the longest-tenured member of the legislature when he retired last year. An early mentor told…
Peach Plate: Inspired by Mothers
Driving through the formerly segregated Southwest Atlanta neighborhood of Cascade Heights evokes mixed emotions. While you see revitalized local businesses and a variety of architectural styles, you also consider this was the home of notables Congressman John Lewis and baseball…
Political Notes: Ups, Downs and In-betweens
Elections Law Fallout: Local and national response to SB 202, which makes extensive changes to voting in Georgia, came swiftly and fervently after it was passed by the General Assembly and, within the hour, signed into law by Gov. Brian…
Political Notes: The Ups, Downs, and In-betweens
Honoring Civil Rights Leaders: Two leaders of the Civil Rights Movement lay in state at the Georgia Capitol building in July: Rev. C.T Vivian and Congressman John Lewis. Both men died on the same day, Vivian at age 95 and…
Political Notes: Ups, Downs and In-betweens
Loeffler Sworn In: Republican businesswoman Kelly Loeffler became Georgia’s junior senator in January, when she was sworn in by Vice President Mike Pence. She was selected by Gov. Brian Kemp to replace former Sen. Johnny Isakson, who retired for health…
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