Closer Look with Rose Scott

Multiple Ga. organizations on a mission to provide resources amid government collapse and crisis in Haiti

Today's special edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott" focuses on the years-long crisis and government collapse happening in Haiti. It’s estimated that at least 200 gangs are controlling large swathes of territory and municipalities, mostly in Port-au-Prince. Government officials have declared a state of emergency and issued a curfew. The accelerating crisis is cutting off food supplies, limiting access to healthcare and forcing people from their homes. We will hear from Ghislaine...

Georgia Power reaches a tentative agreement to expand fossil fuel infrastructure; Longtime educator and author writes about racism experienced in school

Georgia Power and state regulators reached a tentative agreement last week to expand Georgia Power’s fossil fuel infrastructure and increase the company’s battery storage footprint. The agreement still needs approval from the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC). WABE climate reporter Emily Jones discusses her recent article that dives into the agreement and explains why some consumer and environmental advocates and customers have concerns. Jones also discusses why PSC elections ...

2024 legislative session comes to an end several bills await Gov. Kemp’s signature; Princeton University’s Eviction Lab tracks evictions across 10 states; Legendary ‘Roots’ actor Louis Gossett Jr. dies at 87

WABE politics reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali return to “Closer Look,” to provide a recap of the bills that passed and the bills that failed during the 2024 legislative session.   Plus, according to data from Georgia Tech, metro Atlanta reached nearly 8,000 eviction filings during December 2021. According to Zillow, at the end of 2021, rental prices skyrocketed nearly 20% in the Atlanta area. Peter Hepburn, an associate director at the Eviction Lab at Princeton University, ...

Coffee conversations: Transit and mobility concerns across metro Atlanta

The Closer Look team heads to Stereo in the Inman Park neighborhood for the March installment of “Coffee Conversations.” Whether you are biking, walking, driving, or catching MARTA, getting around metro Atlanta is a major concern for people throughout the city. Rose talks with panelists about the current state of transit and mobility and what can be done to streamline commuting.   Guests include:   Caleb Wheelus, owner of Stereo   Janice Darling, Inman Park Neighborhood Asso...

Fannie Lou Hamer’s fight for freedom celebrated during Women History Month; Farm Funds program helping metro Atlanta farmers obtain farmland

In honor of Women’s History Month, we spotlight the work of voting and women's rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer. We first hear from Dr. Pearl Dowe, an African American studies and political science professor, who serves as the vice provost for faculty affairs at Emory University, and Dr. Danielle Phillips-Cunningham, who teaches women's and African American labor histories at Rutgers University. The professors reflect on the life and legacy of Fannie Lou Hamer and talk about her fig...

Keith Boykin’s new book explores 25 arguments about race; Conyers Waffle House employees strike against ‘meal credit’ policy

Keith Boykin, a New York Times–bestselling author, TV and Film producer and former CNN political commentator, discusses his new book, “Why Does Everything Have to Be About Race? 25 Arguments That Won’t Go Away.”    INSERT: The three white men convicted of killing Ahmaud Arbery in 2020 will have their appeals heard by a federal court in Atlanta today. The trio was found guilty of federal hate crime charges just months after their murder trial. We’ll hear from Arbery’s family and th...

Multiple GA hospitals accused of not complying with Price Transparency Rule

Since 2021, the Hospital Price Transparency Rule has required hospitals to make their pricing information publicly available. This allows patients to shop around for the best price for their medical services. On today’s edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott," we hear from an advocacy group that claims that of the 2000 hospitals that were reviewed nationwide, 36 hospitals in Georgia are reportedly not sharing their pricing information. We also hear a rebuttal from an association th...

Hundreds of bills being reviewed ahead of Sine Die; Stitch project gets $157 million boost in federal funding

Sine Die is just days away. WABE politics reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali return to “Closer Look,” to discuss proposed bills that have stalled and others that are advancing as the 2024 Georgia legislative session comes close to an end.   Insert: We revisit Rose’s conversation with Steve Davis, the assistant vice president of transportation strategy for Smart Growth America. He discusses his organization’s report “Divided by Design.” The report looks at historical data of ho...

Systemic barriers keeping public HBCUs underfunded; Education Trust advocates equity in education policies

On today’s edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott," we continue our weeklong series, “FAILING GRADE: Analysis of America's Public Education Crisis.” The series explores the current state of public education in Georgia and across the nation, from pre-K to higher-ed. For the final day of the series, we continue with our interview from the South Atlanta microschool Pass Pod. The school’s founder discusses details about the school's curriculum and leadership changes that would allow he...

Atlanta-based Freedom University provides alternative education for undocumented students; Two Black male educators on a mission to recruit others into the field

On today’s edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott," we continue our weeklong series, “FAILING GRADE: Analysis of America's Public Education Crisis.” The series explores the current state of public education in Georgia and across the nation, from pre-K to higher-ed. On day four of the series, we continue with our interview from visiting Pass Pod. The founder of the South Atlanta micro-school talks about the Georgia Promise Scholarship Act and how she views her school as a modern...

More funding for rural public schools and different teaching methods for special needs students

On today’s edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott," we continue our weeklong series, “FAILING GRADE: Analysis of America's Public Education Crisis.” The series explores the current state of public education in Georgia and across the nation, from pre-K to higher-ed. For day three of the series, we continue with PART 3 of our conversation from Pass Pod school, which is part of the collective Black MicroSchools ATL. Supervising producer Tiffany Griffith speaks with a parent about the ...

Black Microschools ATL educator values non-traditional teaching; Notre Dame professor researches how Black male students are disciplined

On today’s edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott," we continue our weeklong series, “FAILING GRADE: Analysis of America's Public Education Crisis.” The series explores the current state of public education in Georgia and across the nation, from pre-K to higher-ed. For day two of the series, we continue with PART 2 our visit to Black MicroSchools ATL. Rose speaks with the co-founder April Jackson about the school which predominantly serves African American children and uses a curri...

Equity in U.S. public schools still a struggle 7 decades after landmark Supreme Court ruling

This year marks 70 years since the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in the Brown v. Board of Education. The historic decision outlawed segregation in schools across the nation. Fast forward to now, school systems are still facing multiple challenges and equity issues. On today’s edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott," we begin our weeklong series, “FAILING GRADE: Analysis of America's Public Education Crisis.” The series explores the current state of education in Georgia and across the...

Ransomware group LockBit reportedly responsible for Fulton County cyberattack; DA Willis given options to continue prosecution of election interference case; 2027 Women’s World Cup in Atlanta?

Click Here podcast host Dina Temple-Raston talks with Rose about a recent interview with the self-proclaimed leader of the LockBit ransomware group. He goes by the name LockBitSupp and is reportedly behind the recent Fulton County cyberattack.   Plus, WABE politics reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali return to “Closer Look.” First, Gringlas reports on breaking news. He discusses the latest following Fulton County Superior Judge Scott McAfee's ruling that allows District Attorne...

New book aims to help Black families navigate college admissions; Emory University professor shines a light on the political ambitions of Black women

Timothy Fields, a senior associate dean of admissions at Emory University, and Shereem Herndon-Brown, the founder and chief education officer of Strategic Admissions Advice, discuss their new book, the second edition of “The Black Family’s Guide to College Admissions: A Conversation about Education, Parenting, and Race.” They also share how they hope their book will serve as a resource tool following the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision to end race-conscious admissions.   Plus...

Some charges dropped in Georgia’s election interference case; Presidential race heats up after Georgia primary; ‘Leave it Blank’ campaign organizers claim success; Is Georgia the “Silicon Valley of the South” after the Rivian decision?

Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee has dismissed some of the charges against former President Donald Trump and others in the 2020 Georgia election interference case. WABE politics reporter Sam Gringlas discusses the latest.   Meanwhile, Fred Hicks, an Atlanta-based political strategist, and Tammy Greer, a clinical assistant professor at Georgia State University in the Department of Public Management and Policy, provide a recap of the Georgia primary. They also explain...

Rivian stalls on plans for Georgia's $5B EV factory; Reparations podcast; Black Family Health/Wellness Expo; Immigration Processing Fees Increasing

Rivian Automotive is pausing the construction of its $5 billion manufacturing plant in Georgia. Rivian’s CEO Robert Scaringe says the company decided to halt plans for the factory to move production of new models to an Illinois facility. Tom Smith, a professor in the practice of finance at Emory University, gives his analysis of the potential economic impact of Rivian’s stalled development.   Plus, in celebration of National Impact Day of Service, the Black Family Wellness Expo i...

Expanding genomic research on Black populations; Bringing Klean Energy Kulture to communities of color

Morehouse School of Medicine recently launched the Institute of Translational Genomic Medicine. Dr. Melissa Davis, who serves as the institute’s director, discusses how it will serve as a national hub for genetic information on people of African descent. Davis also discusses a new $25 million grant that she received to address cancer disparities in populations of African ancestry.   Hip-hop producer Corey Dennard and environmentalist Michael Hawthorne Jr. are the co-creators of Kl...

Atlanta Councilwoman explains resignation decision; How effective is a protest vote?

Keisha Sean Waites is stepping down from her seat as the Post 3 At-Large member of the Atlanta City Council. Waites talks with Rose Scott about her decision to now run for the Fulton County Clerk of Superior and Magistrate Courts. She also discusses the highlights of her time in office, as well as her frustrations.   Rose recently talked with organizers of the "Leave it Blank" campaign from the Listen to Georgia Coalition. The new coalition is asking for Democratic primary voters ...

“Leave It Blank” Campaign warns Biden; Concerns of Black Southern Women; Growing & Supporting HBCUs

The Listen to Georgia Coalition is leading its own “Leave It Blank” Campaign for the Georgia Primary. Clara Green, an organizer with Jewish Voice for Peace Action and Georgia State Rep. Ruwa Romman discuss their effort to "warn President Biden that he must stop enabling the genocide in Gaza or risk losing the 2024 presidential election." Clark Atlanta University will host The Black Women and Public Policy in the South Symposium. Black women from several different sectors will gathe...

Corporate consumption of Atlanta housing; Alabama Supreme Court’s IVF decision

Taylor Shelton, a geographer and an assistant professor at Georgia State University, discusses new research from GSU and Rutgers University that reveals three companies own more than 19,000 rental homes in metro Atlanta.   Plus, Wendell Griffen, a retired Arkansas Court of Appeals & Circuit Court Judge, discusses the potential impact of the Alabama Supreme Court’s recent ruling that frozen embryos can be considered children, therefore they are protected under Alabama’s Wrongful D...

Crossover Day: The bills that advanced & the ones that didn’t

Thursday marked Crossover Day and there are only 12 more days left in the 2024 legislative session. Lawmakers have rushed to advance proposed bills in the State House and Senate. On today’s special edition of “Closer Look,” Rose talks with guests about some of the bills that are closer to becoming law, such as the Religious Liberty Bill, a measure opponents describe as anti-LGBTQ. Also advancing are pieces of legislation focused on first responders with PTSD, immigration and Georgia...

Coffee Conversations at The Ke’nekt Cooperative

The Closer Look team heads to The Ke’nekt Cooperative in the historic Westview neighborhood in southwest Atlanta for the February installmentof “Coffee Conversations.”  Maynard Jackson, Atlanta’s first Black mayor, believed in community participation. In 1974, he established the Neighborhood Planning Units system. The NPU system consists of 25 citizen advisory councils that represent communities throughout Atlanta. Rose talks with panelists about the power of community as it relates...

Lawmakers scramble ahead of Crossover Day; Racial Equity report released; FIFA World Cup Preparations

With time ticking away until Crossover Day, WABE’s politics reporter Rahul Bali gives an update on the latest bills to advance through the legislature, including sports betting. He also discussed the recent retirement announcement of Democratic Georgia State Senate Minority Leader Gloria Butler.                                                                                                  Plus, the ATL Action for Racial Equity initiative was created to provide a blueprint for lo...

Latest on legislation before Crossover Day; Atlanta eyed for FIFA Women’s World Cup; How HB 1180 could impact Georgia’s film industry

Crossover Day is fast approaching. WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali joins “Closer Look” to highlight some of the most notable bills, including legislation on the certificate of need, swatting, and whether white shrimp should be the official state crustacean.   Plus, We preview a snippet of Rose’s conversation with Cynthia Parlow Cone, the president of the United States Soccer Federation. The soccer executive discusses the possibility of Atlanta hosting the 2027 FIFA Women’s Worl...

Can Georgia help lead the U.S. in electric vehicle production?

The U.S. is on a mission to lead the world in the production of electric vehicles and batteries. This all comes as Georgia Governor Brian Kemp is pushing the Peach State to be a frontrunner, by becoming the electric mobility capital of the U.S. On today’s edition of “Closer Look,” Rose talks with guests about the current state of EV production and adoption in the U.S. and what’s being done to increase the EV workforce. Guests include:   Mark Phelan, an auto critic and columnist f...

Trump, Haley make final bid in SC Primary; Live Read-a-thon celebrates Black authors

The South Carolina Primary is happening this weekend. Polls suggest Former President Donald Trump is leading against Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley. Both candidates are on the campaign trail in the Palmetto State today ahead of voters going to the polls on Saturday. WABE politics reporters Sam Gringlas and Rahul Bali join “Closer Look” from South Carolina to discuss the latest and why Georgians are paying close attention to this race.   In honor of Black History Month, th...

Children’s author addresses book ban surge; Why consumers are experiencing tipping fatigue

Pen America reports nearly 6,000 books have been banned across the U.S. since 2021. On Thursday night, Charis Books & More is hosting a discussion on "Writing for Kids in an Age of Censorship.” Children’s author Laurel Snyder joins “Closer Look” to talk more about the criticism and backlash she’s received for her own work, and the ongoing challenges writers face as more books are banned across the U.S.   Plus, surveys show a growing amount of tipping fatigue among consumers. Whil...

Elections threatened by deepfake tech; Burner phones and constitutional rights; Documentary on pioneering Black astronauts

Georgia State professor and generative AI expert Arun Rai offers insight and concerns regarding deepfake technology and the upcoming election.   Plus, Georgia Deputy Attorney General John Fowler argued that owning a burner cell phone can be evidence of criminal intent in the ongoing Atlanta Public Safety Training Center RICO case. Samantha Hamilton, a project attorney at the University of Georgia First Amendment Law Clinic, discusses the constitutional implications of this argumen...

Duluth’s new mayor eyes smart growth; Former DeKalb DA offers insight into evidentiary hearing involving DA Fani Willis

After 16 years, the City of Duluth is under new leadership. Greg Whitlock, who was recently sworn in as mayor, talks with Rose about his top priorities, his plans to expand the city’s business core, and his overall vision for the city.   Plus, from a legal perspective, former DeKalb County District Attorney Gwen Keyes breaks down the strategy from both the defendants and the prosecution in the evidentiary hearing regarding Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. At issue is ...

What’s next after questioning of DA Fani Willis; ACLU of GA following “anti-LGBTQ bills” in state legislature

WABE politics reporter Sam Gringlas returns to “Closer Look” to discuss the latest details of the evidentiary hearing involving Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and Nathan Wade, the special prosecutor she hired for the 2020 Georgia election interference case.   Plus, as the 2024 Georgia legislative session continues, Andrea Young, the executive director of the ACLU of Georgia returns to the program. She discusses several bills lawmakers are considering that her organiz...

Representation & Cobb County’s controversial school board maps

On Wednesday’s edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott," we examine an ongoing conflict surrounding maps for the Cobb County Board of Education. This debate goes back to the 2020 U.S. Census when population data revealed how the county’s demographics have changed. More recently, a lawsuit was filed by residents, claiming that Black and Hispanic voters were “packed” into specific districts to dilute their vote and preserve a white majority on the school board. They also claimed that ...

Gwinnett Commissioners oppose Mulberry cityhood; CFPB on Biden’s plan to lower overdraft fees; New book explores Latino history in the South; Tribute to Dr. Gwendolyn Harris Middlebrooks

Senate Bill 333, which supports the creation of the City of Mulberry in Gwinnett County, awaits Governor Kemp’s signature. Rose recently interviewed Majority Leader Chuck Efstration, who sponsored House Bill 869, which is a duplicate bill of Senate Bill 333. Today, we hear from Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners Chair Nicole Love Hendrickson. She discusses the commissioners’ opposition to the proposed cityhood movement.   According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau,...

Lawmaker and journalist discuss HB 501 and SB 367; Local organization to host a read-a-thon to celebrate Audre Lorde

It’s week six of the Georgia legislative session. WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali returns to “Closer Look” to provide an update following a medical emergency during a Senate hearing and the latest news happening at the Georgia State Capitol. Show host Rose Scott then talks with Democratic Representative Lisa Campbell about two bills some lawmakers are concerned about. Specifically, HB 501, which if passed, would loosen Georgia’s child labor laws, and SB 367, which aims to eliminat...

Atlanta’s Federal Reserve President discusses economy, interest rates; Journalist Michele Norris explores America’s “Hidden Conversations” on race

Raphael Bostic, the president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, discusses inflation, interest rates and the current state of the U.S. economy. He also explains his economic outlook for 2024 and how the economy’s performance in 2023 exceeded his expectations.   Plus, Michele Norris is a Peabody Award-winning journalist, author, and former co-host of NPR's “All Things Considered.” She joins “Closer Look,” to discuss her new book, "Our Hidden Conversations: What Americ...

Georgia ranks third for workplace discrimination; New report outlines Latino contribution to U.S. economy

A study of data from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission found that Georgia ranks third highest in the nation for workplace discrimination. Retaliation, racial discrimination and sexual discrimination are the three most common types of discrimination cases faced in the state. Brad Dozier, the managing principal of the Dozier Law Group in Atlanta, explains how employment discrimination is defined, why it’s so common in Georgia and what employees can do to protect themselves. ...

The women and girls who are dominating Atlanta sports

Keeping girls in sports is critical. Data suggests that girls in Georgia play sports at a far lower rate than boys (119k vs. 80k), despite the lifelong benefits. In honor of National Girls and Women in Sports Day, show host Rose Scott talks with several guests about the importance of female representation and participation in the world of sports, plus the impact athletics can have on a young girl’s life.   Guests include: Morgan Shaw Parker, the president and COO of the WNBA’s ...

Financial burden of some small utilities on families struggling with costly illnesses; Civil and human rights groups call SB63 “regressive”

Georgia requires some utility companies to hold off on disconnections for customers dealing with serious and costly illnesses. However, many small electric providers are not required to adhere to that policy. A new ProPublica investigation looks at the impact of not having this regulation in place. Rose talks with ProPublica reporters Aliyya Swaby and Max Blau about their report.   Plus, Senate Bill 63 awaits Georgia Governor Brian Kemp's signature, but civil and human rights grou...

Possible political fallout of DA Fani Willis’ ‘personal’ relationship with prosecutor; Job Fair for Veterans

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has acknowledged her personal relationship with Special Prosecutor Nathan Wade. However, Willis argues that she should not be disqualified from the Georgia election interference case following her admission. Rose talks with WABE politics reporter Sam Gringlas, Edward Queen, an associate teaching professor at Emory University's Center for Ethics, and Fred Hicks, an Atlanta-based political strategist. The guests discuss the latest in the cas...

State Rep. Becky Evans on concerns with HB 30; Emory University

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has signed off on House Bill 30, which defines antisemitism. State Representative Becky Evans (D-Atlanta) voted “no” on the measure, citing concerns that HB 30 could suppress criticism of the Israeli government. After discovering racially insensitive yearbook photos from the 1960’s, Emory University tasked itself with honoring the enslaved people who built the original campus and the Indigenous people who owned the land. Dr. Anjulet Tucker, the Director...

New APS Board Members discuss state of local education; Report shows underrepresentation in Georgia’s local governments

On today’s edition of Closer Look with Rose Scott, Ken Zeff and Alfred “Shivy” Brooks are the newest members of the Atlanta Board of Education. They talk about the current state of K-12 public education.   The conversation continues with Ken Zeff, who is also the Executive Director for Learn4Life. He discusses the findings within their recent State of Education in Metro Atlanta Annual Report.   Then, the Brennan Center for Justice recently released their analysis of local gover...

Week 4 of Legislative Session: Antisemitism Bill; New cityhood movement in Gwinnett County: NPR Host shares HBCU experience in new book

Governor Brian Kemp is expected to sign House Bill 30, which defines antisemitism as criticism of the Israeli government and Zionism, into law on Wednesday. WABE politics reporter Rahul Bali returns to “Closer Look” to discuss the signing and the latest news happening at the Georgia State Capitol.   Plus, House Bill 869 and Senate Bill 333 are two proposed bills that are making their way through the Georgia General Assembly that support the creation of the City of Mulberry in Gwi...

Mistreatment of Black patients at Jim Crow-era hospital; How the interstate system segregated, displaced Black residents

Author and award-winning journalist Antonia Hylton discusses her new book, “Madness.” The book exposes the mistreatment and abuse of Black patients at Crownsville Hospital, a segregated mental asylum in Maryland, VA during the Jim Crow era. In the book, Hylton interviews former patients about their experiences and makes comparisons to the mental health system of today.    Plus, Steve Davis, the assistant vice president of transportation strategy for Smart Growth America, discusse...

Open Doors expanding its reach to help “hidden homeless’; Big Brothers, Big Sisters Metro Atlanta offers new in-school mentoring initiative

Matt Hurd, the executive director of Open Doors, discusses their ongoing effort to end homelessness in Atlanta. He also highlights the organization’s $6.7 million campaign to support their Open More Doors initiative, and their work to expand housing resources and services in surrounding metro Atlanta counties.   Plus, show host Rose Scott recently had conversations with two professional athletes about the importance of mentoring Black male youth. Now, leaders from Big Brothers, B...

Latest on legislation session, election interference trial; NOAA updating community heat map; Report sheds light on DFCS foster care spending; Ava DuVernay's new film explores race, class & social structures

Coffee Conversations: ‘Closer Look’ guests discuss the state of small business on Atlanta’s Beltline

The Closer Look team heads to Finca to Filter in the Old Fourth Ward for the January installment of “Coffee Conversations” Rose talks with panelists about the challenges and successes of operating a small business on or near Atlanta’s Beltline.    Guests include:   Kayla Bellman, the founder and owner of Finca to Filter   District 2 Atlanta City Councilmember Amir Farokhi   Juan Mendoza, the president of the Old Fourth Ward Business Association   Sarah Pierre, the owner ...

Predictions for the 2024 Campaign Trail; Psychologist focuses on healing intergenerational trauma

Now that the Iowa caucus and the New Hampshire primary are over, what’s next? Fred Hicks, an Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst, Janelle King, the co-chair of Let’s Win for America Action, and Georgia State University political science professor Tammy Greer recap the latest. They also discuss specific voter demographics and the latest polling results here in Georgia between President Biden and Former President Donald Trump.   Plus, Dr. Mariel Buqué, an intergeneration...

Atlanta deacon’s family files new lawsuit; Georgia Public Policy Foundation pres. discusses top legislative priorities

Deacon Johnny Hollman Sr., who was involved in a minor traffic accident, died on Aug. 10 after he was tased by Atlanta Police Officer Kiran Kimbrough. Officer Kimbrough has been terminated—but Hollman’s family and their attorneys are now demanding further accountability. Attorney Harold Spence discusses a new pending civil rights lawsuit against the City of Atlanta, Kimbrough and the tow truck driver who responded to the scene.    Plus, last week, Staci Fox, the president and CEO ...

Local college presidents discuss the state of the current civil rights movement; Atlanta E-Bike Rebate Program expected to launch this spring

For a roundtable discussion show host Rose Scott talks with several local college presidents about several topics, including the current civil rights movement, the state of women’s rights, the upcoming election as it relates to students, and the recent resignation of Harvard’s president. Guest include: Dr. Helene Gayle, the president of Spelman College, Dr. Leocadia Zak, the president of Agnes Scott College, and Dr. Kathryn McClymond, the president of Oglethorpe University   Plus,...

Georgia Restaurant Association appoints new president; Georgia Budget and Policy Institute pres. discusses top legislative priorities

Stephanie Fischer, the new president and CEO of the Georgia Restaurant Association, talks with show host Rose Scott about several topics, including the current state of restaurants in Georgia, her top priorities this legislative session and what GRA is doing to equip restaurant owners with tools and resources to remain resilient in a changing industry. Plus, Thursday marked one year since environmental activist Manuel Teran was shot and killed near the proposed site for the Atlant...