Political Rewind
135 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 176 ratingsThe political game in Georgia is more dynamic than ever. From local elected officials to state and federal government, we're facing complicated issues. On "Political Rewind" we take the time to break down these issues, speaking directly to the decision makers. We not only get you caught up on the week that was in state politics, but we look ahead so that you will stay informed.
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Political Rewind: A Clearer Understanding Of Virus Spread?
May 07, 2020 14:46 - 50 minutes - 2.98 KBThursday on Political Rewind , a metric that gives fresh perspective on how to view Gov. Brian Kemp’s decision to reopen the state: the number of new people infected by each person infected by COVID-19. That number went down during shelter-in-place orders in Georgia. How do the experts expect this rate to change now that restrictions have been partially lifted?
Political Rewind: Making Ends Meet For State In Crisis
May 06, 2020 16:43 - 51 minutes - 3.02 KBWednesday on Political Rewind , the coronavirus pandemic is complicating an already arduous budget in Georgia. The continuing cost of the state response, in addition to a loss of revenue and economic activity, has led Gov. Brian Kemp to last week call for significant cuts to all state agencies.
Political Rewind: A State Budget In Turmoil
May 05, 2020 14:35 - 50 minutes - 2.97 KBTuesday on Political Rewind , though the next meeting of the state legislature is still a topic of debate, the main topic representatives will be discussing is almost certain; the budget. Gov. Brian Kemp and legislative leaders told state agencies last week to plan on a 14% cut in their budgets. And politics does not stop amidst pandemic.
Political Rewind: How To Hold Elections Amidst Crisis
May 04, 2020 14:09 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBMonday on Political Rewind , the challenges of holding elections amidst a public health crisis. We spoke to the current and former secretaries of state who joined us to talk about managing this year's elections amid the dangers of coronavirus. Panelists : Brad Raffensperger - Georgia Secretary of State Cathy Cox - Former Georgia Secretary of State, former candidate for governor, current Dean of the Walter F. Georgia School of Law at Mercer University Al Scott - Chatham County Commission Chair...
Political Rewind: What Will Come Next After Kemp's Decision?
May 01, 2020 14:56 - 52 minutes - 3.07 KBFriday on Political Rewind , Gov. Brian Kemp lifts a shelter-in-place order for many Georgians across the state. His press secretary joins us to discuss the decision. What will the political fallout look like for officials across the country as multiple states begin easing restrictions?
Political Rewind: New Demand Stresses Food Banks
April 30, 2020 14:30 - 50 minutes - 2.95 KBThursday on Political Rewind , food banks are struggling to feed the hungry as the pandemic continues. As food networks are disrupted, farmers, grocers and food banks collaborate in an effort to improve access. We talk to some of the leading food banks in Georgia to see how they are meeting the crisis.
Political Rewind: Mental Health And Crisis
April 29, 2020 15:01 - 50 minutes - 2.98 KBWednesday on Political Rewind , our guest discusses the mental toll of COVID-19. We're joined by Dr. Raymond Kotwicki, the chief medical officer at Skyland Trail, one of the premiere nonprofit mental health treatment centers in the Southeast.
Political Rewind: Small Businesses Navigate Hazardous Road Through Crisis
April 28, 2020 16:35 - 49 minutes - 2.92 KBTuesday on Political Rewind , small businesses weather the storm during the coronavirus crisis. How are Georgia’s stores, bars, restaurants, cinemas and bookstores handling the current situation?
Political Rewind: Crucial Primaries Approach As Election Year Continues
April 27, 2020 14:31 - 50 minutes - 2.97 KBMonday on Political Rewind , we discussed the upcoming 2020 elections, and how campaigns are handling the shelter-in-place conditions found across the state and the country. Nearly 830,000 people have applied for absentee ballots for the 2020 combined primary so far. That represents a huge increase in applications over 2016’s primary, and reflects efforts by officials and the public to avoid the spread of coronavirus from in-person voting.
Political Rewind: Mayors On Virus Response So Far
April 24, 2020 15:31 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBFriday on Political Rewind , mayors from across the state discuss how they are handling the coronavirus pandemic. How are municipal leaders responding to Gov. Brian Kemp’s latest move and how do they think their constituency will respond?
Political Rewind: Confusion Over Next Steps In Crisis
April 23, 2020 14:25 - 50 minutes - 2.98 KBThursday on Political Rewind , the governor says his decision to reopen the state is driven by data. What will be the consequences of Georgians going out and attempting to resume life as normal? We’ll ask two public health experts for their opinions.
Political Rewind: Political, Health Consequences To Re-Opening Economy
April 22, 2020 15:00 - 50 minutes - 2.95 KBWednesday on Political Rewind , the political consequences of the pandemic. The governor’s recent decision to slowly re-open businesses in Georgia has drawn criticism and national attention. How will voters respond to the public health efforts of elected officials at all levels of governments in this crucial election year?
Political Rewind: Move To Open Businesses Could Risk Safety
April 21, 2020 15:36 - 51 minutes - 2.99 KBTuesday on Political Rewind , Gov. Brian Kemp announced gyms, salons, bowling alleys and other specific indoor facilities will be able to reopen by Friday, with restaurants and theaters able to reopen next week. These businesses must comply with social distancing and other safety requirements. The move has drawn sharp criticism from elected leaders and commentators who say the move comes too soon and is not backed by enough data.
Political Rewind: Agriculture Takes Hit From Coronavirus Economy
April 20, 2020 15:21 - 51 minutes - 2.99 KBToday on Political Rewind , Georgia agriculture takes a hit from the coronavirus. Farmers face concerns over exposure to the virus and uncertain retailers cutting demand. We heard from Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black on how the ongoing public health crisis is affecting the state’s farming businesses.
Political Rewind: Politics Continues Amid Pandemic
April 17, 2020 16:43 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBFriday on Political Rewind , the primary has been postponed to June 9 so officials can protect poll workers and voters during the coronavirus pandemic. But political campaigns for state and congressional positions on the ballot have not stopped. So how are candidates campaigning under these challenging circumstances?
Political Rewind: The Anatomy Of A Decision
April 16, 2020 14:58 - 50 minutes - 2.98 KBThursday on Political Rewind , the ongoing public health crisis has given doctors, public officials and many Georgians a series of challenging decisions as society grapples with an unprecedented situation. On our show today, we discuss how somber decisions regarding public health such as who gets ventilators or an ICU bed, or how vaccines are tested are made.
Political Rewind: Fault Lines Of Unequal Access Revealed
April 15, 2020 16:07 - 50 minutes - 2.99 KBWednesday on Political Rewind , the pandemic reveals fault lines of unequal access in our society. Health care and community leaders are highlighting a disproportionate impact of the public health crisis on black and African American communities. We look at the contributing factors in Georgia and across the country.
Political Rewind: Medical Workers On The Front Lines
April 14, 2020 15:50 - 51 minutes - 2.99 KBToday on Political Rewind , president of the American Medical Association Dr. Patrice Harris joined us to discuss her observations on how medical professionals are faring as they fight the virus.
Political Rewind: Is There Enough Transparency From Hospitals, State?
April 13, 2020 16:39 - 50 minutes - 2.97 KBToday on Political Rewind , reports that medical facilities are not releasing enough information on coronavirus. What information is missing, and what does this mean for the public? And, voting by mail is now a crucial but contentious tool for residents to participate in upcoming elections. What’s the latest on this form of voting?
Political Rewind: Dining Industry Hit Hard With Customers Sheltered
April 10, 2020 15:25 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBFriday on Political Rewind , the restaurant and hospitality industry is being hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic in Georgia and across the nation. How are owners, managers and staff operating in this environment, and how are customers adjusting to take-out or delivery orders instead of in-house dining?
Political Rewind: Pandemic Reaches Small-Town Georgia
April 09, 2020 16:02 - 51 minutes - 2.99 KBA global pandemic reaches southwest Georgia, where limited medical resources strain under new demand. Thursday on Political Rewind , our show was joined by officials from the hospital at the center of it all in Dougherty county. Tune in to hear the latest on the unfolding situation there.
Political Rewind: Democratic Process Tested By Virus
April 08, 2020 15:38 - 51 minutes - 2.99 KBWednesday on Political Rewind , statewide elections in Wisconsin last night provide an interesting case study of elections under lockdown. How did the public health crisis surrounding COVID-19 impact elections there, and what can that tell us about Georgia’s upcoming elections just a month away? Our panel of political analysts looked at turnout numbers and the record number of issued absentee ballots in that state.
Political Rewind: Celebration And Mourning; Religion In Pandemic
April 07, 2020 16:20 - 51 minutes - 2.99 KBTuesday on Political Rewind , we sat down with religious leaders to discuss tradition and community in a time of social distancing. How will services for upcoming religious holidays operate, and what kind of themes from the holy days are relevant to our current moment? And, what are the challenges of organizing a faith community in a time of social distancing?
Political Rewind: Jails Risk Becoming Georgia's Next Hotspot
April 06, 2020 16:28 - 50 minutes - 2.97 KBMonday on Political Rewind , Fulton County Jail reported over a dozen COVID-19 cases in the span of a week, worrying public health officials and highlighting the risks faced by detention facilities across the state. We were joined by Fulton County Sheriff Ted Jackson to discuss the unfolding situation and what steps his staff are taking to respond.
Political Rewind: What Comes Next In Public Health Response?
April 03, 2020 15:16 - 52 minutes - 3.09 KBFriday on Political Rewind , we were joined by senior researcher and professor of Emory University Dr. Carlos del Rio for an in-depth conversation on the unfolding stories surrounding coronavirus public health. We discussed the use of masks by the public and the governor's recently announced shelter-in-place order.
Political Rewind: For The Governor, A Recent Tipping Point
April 02, 2020 14:23 - 51 minutes - 2.99 KBThursday on Political Rewind , we are joined by the chief executive officer of Grady Health System John Haupert to discuss the response and preparedness for the coronavirus in Georgia. Several models show a surge of virus patients in mid-April, do hospitals statewide have the resources to respond?
Political Rewind: County, Municipal Leaders Wrestle With Lockdown Decision
April 01, 2020 17:26 - 51 minutes - 3 KBElected officials at the county and municipal levels are struggling to find ways to respond to an unfolding public health crisis. Where many other states have issued statewide lockdowns, Gov. Brian Kemp has made it clear he wants to allow local leaders to make decisions on this kind of policy for themselves.
Political Rewind: 2020 Census Meets A Challenge Of Equal Scale
March 31, 2020 15:53 - 50 minutes - 2.98 KBTuesday on Political Rewind , the U.S. 2020 Census represents a huge undertaking with significant consequences for funding and democratic representation across the country. And now, the Census faces additional challenges from an ongoing worldwide public health crisis. We discussed the latest on the census with our panel.
Political Rewind: The View From Parts Southwest
March 30, 2020 16:48 - 50 minutes - 2.98 KBMonday on Political Rewind , we’re joined by Mayor Bo Dorough of Albany, to discuss the ongoing public health crisis from the perspective of his town in Dougherty county. Over the weekend, reports showed Albany had the fourth-highest rate of infection per capita among cities in the world. Hospital officials there said Sunday they received 125 positive coronavirus test results in just 24 hours.
Political Rewind: Virus Poses Challenges To State On Budget, Upcoming Elections
March 27, 2020 17:11 - 52 minutes - 3.07 KBState House Speaker David Ralston joined our panel to discuss the latest news surrounding coronavirus in Georgia, including his recent request to postpone the May 19 primary elections in order to avoid potential disruption of voting Friday on Political Rewind. We spoke about how the shutdown of many businesses and a steep decline in revenues could impact the state budget.
Political Rewind: A Closer Look At Georgia's Outbreak Numbers
March 26, 2020 16:27 - 51 minutes - 2.99 KBThursday on Political Rewind , Gov. Brian Kemp is preparing for a 8 p.m. live televised town hall meeting on the coronavirus that will be carried by TV and radio stations across the state. Among other things, the governor is expected to address an extension of his order closing Georgia schools and colleges. And, the surge of COVID-19 cases in Albany continues to test that community’s resources.
Political Rewind: A Push For Mail-In Ballots In May Primary
March 25, 2020 16:15 - 51 minutes - 2.99 KBWednesday on Political Rewind , in a move to encourage voting by mail in the May 19 primary, Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced Tuesday that all active registered voters in Georgia will receive an absentee ballot request form in the mail. According to the Secretary of State’s office, around 5% of Georgia voters opted to vote by mail In the 2016 and 2018 November elections.
Political Rewind: State's Budgeting Complicated By Outbreak
March 24, 2020 15:42 - 50 minutes - 2.99 KBTuesday on Political Rewind , Gov. Brian Kemp ordered bars and nightclubs to close and restricted gatherings of more than 10 people in his latest effort to contain the spread of the coronavirus in Georgia. However, he rejected calls to shutter restaurants or to issue a shelter in place order for the state. And, our panel discussed how the state’s budget and economy being shaped by this public health emergency.
Political Rewind: A Crucial Stage For Outbreak Intervention
March 23, 2020 17:14 - 51 minutes - 2.99 KBA look at the latest news on coronavirus in Georgia this Monday on Political Rewind. We have entered a crucial time where immediate action is needed in order to halt the worst potential scenarios from COVID-19 crisis, top public health researchers say.
Political Rewind: Governor Wrestles With Issuing Sweeping Restrictions
March 20, 2020 16:16 - 50 minutes - 2.98 KBFriday on Political Rewind , a sharp rise in the number of coronavirus cases in Georgia as COVID-19 spreads to hotspots outside metro Atlanta. News out of Albany in southwest Georgia is particularly worrying as cases grow there. Are there enough health care resources in rural areas to keep people safe?
Political Rewind: Virus Crisis Disrupts Elections, But For How Long?
March 19, 2020 15:48 - 50 minutes - 2.97 KBThursday on Political Rewind , we’re joined by Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger. We discussed his decision to postpone the presidential preference primary by two months, and whether he thinks concerns over coronavirus might mandate other changes.
Political Rewind: A Call For Bipartisan Virus Response
March 18, 2020 17:20 - 50 minutes - 2.98 KBWednesday on Political Rewind , Gov. Brian Kemp has signed a mid-year budget funding the state through June that includes $100 million earmarked for fighting the coronavirus. An additional $5 million is to go to support for rural hospitals as they contend with the disease.
Political Rewind: The State's Battle Plans In Virus Response
March 17, 2020 16:28 - 51 minutes - 2.99 KBWe were joined by Dr. Kathleen Toomey, Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner, on Political Rewind Tuesday at the beginning of our show. We discussed Georgia's coronavirus response so far. In one of his first acts since being granted new emergency powers by the General Assembly, Gov. Brian Kemp ordered all public schools in Georgia to shut down for the remainder of March. Before his order Monday, state universities had announced all instruction for the remainder of the current semes...
Political Rewind: A Weird Week Begins
March 16, 2020 16:04 - 50 minutes - 2.95 KBMonday on Political Rewind , it is the beginning of a weird week for Georgia, the rest of the country and the rest of the world. People everywhere are trying to adapt to this new public health crisis caused by the outbreak of SARS-CoV-2. Our show this week will be a bit different than usual. In order to best protect our guests and our staff, host Bill Nigut and our guests will be calling into the show.
Political Rewind: Georgia Put On Hold
March 13, 2020 14:18 - 52 minutes - 3.09 KBFriday on Political Rewind , COVID-19 continues to impact educational facilities, governance and large events. Gov. Brian Kemp said school districts across the states are able to make their own decisions about closing in response to the coronavirus outbreak, and most metro area school districts announced closings effective Monday, March 16.
Special Edition Of Political Rewind: State Officials Address Virus Response
March 12, 2020 20:27 - 50 minutes - 2.99 KBOn Thursday afternoon's Special Edition of Political Rewind , we spoke about the governor's response to coronavirus in Georgia. How is the state responding and what do state legislature think of the measures taken so far? How will this impact the legislature on this busy crossover day? We'll have our Lawmaker 's team live on the show.
Political Rewind Special Edition: Sen. Johnny Isakson
December 23, 2019 20:15 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBOn this Special Edition of Political Rewind , we honor retiring U.S. Senator Johnny Isakson, from his days as one of the lonely Republicans in the state legislature, to his bruising battle for governor against Zell Miller, to his efforts to maintain a bi-partisan approach to governing in the U.S. Senate.
Political Rewind: Power And Access At Play In Debate Over Voter Integrity
December 20, 2019 20:49 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBJust hours before the start of another court hearing challenging a massive voter registration purge, the secretary of state’s office admits it took away the registrations of some 22,000 people by mistake. Our panel looked at the latest news in the ongoing battle over voter integrity.
Political Rewind: Shedding Light On Georgia Power's Rate Hike
December 17, 2019 21:03 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBTuesday on Political Rewind , the Public Service Commission approved a rate hike request today from Georgia Power, but it was not as much money as the utility originally asked for. PSC Vice-chair Tim Echols takes us through their decision-making.
Political Rewind: Georgia's Voter Access Issues In The News Again
December 16, 2019 20:38 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBMonday on Political Rewind , voting issues are in the news again. An investigation by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution indicates the farther people have to travel to get to their polling place the less likely it is they will vote. Our panelists look at the pattern and ask if politics are at play in closing numerous precinct locations around the state.
Political Rewind: Georgia's Representatives Play Their Part In Impeachment Process
December 13, 2019 20:20 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , the House Judiciary Committee has now voted for articles of impeachment against President Trump. We’ll look at how Georgia’s representatives on the committee figured into the long debate, and what to expect when the articles move to the House floor in the days ahead. Plus, one of President’s closest allies on Capitol Hill gives a vote of confidence to FBI Director Chris Wray after Wray incurred the President’s Twitter wrath this week. Why did Sen. David P...
Political Rewind: Democrats Look To Use Loeffler's Business Interests Against Her
December 11, 2019 20:25 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBToday on Political Rewind , Kelly Loeffler’s success in business is an asset Gov. Brian Kemp trumpeted when he named her as Sen. Johnny Isakson’s successor. But do her far flung interests pose ethical questions as she assumes her position in the Senate? Our panel weighs in. Some 55,000 Georgians face a loss of their food stamps as Sonny Perdue’s USDA sets in motion tougher work requirement rules for SNAP recipients. We’ll look at what’s behind the changes.
Political Rewind: Kemp To Face Questioning In Voters' Rights Lawsuit
December 10, 2019 20:43 - 52 minutes - 3.09 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , our panel looks at what's in stake in the case after a federal judge ordered Gov. Brian Kemp to submit to two hours of questioning in a lawsuit alleging Georgia election processes have violated voter rights. And the 6th District Congressional battle appears to be coming into sharper focus as yet another GOP contender signals she may abandon the race. Are we heading to a contest between the Republican who once held the seat and the Democrat who defeated her?
Political Rewind: Graves, Loeffler Part Of Shifting Seats in Georgia's Congressional Delegation
December 06, 2019 20:24 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBToday on Political Rewind , the senior-most Republican in Georgia’s congressional delegation announces he will not seek re-election. Why has Rep. Tom Graves joined the GOP exodus from Congress?
Political Rewind: Kemp Makes His Choice On Senate Seat
December 04, 2019 20:47 - 56 minutes - 3.33 KBOn Wednesday's Political Rewind , Gov. Brian Kemp officially announced that Kelly Loeffler is his pick to replace the retiring Sen. Johnny Isakson. An Atlanta business executive, Loeffler is new to the game of politics. What can we expect from Loeffler as a senator and as a senatorial candidate leading up to Georgia’s 2020 elections? And, now that the announcement has been made, how will conservative Republicans react to Kemp’s choice? How will Rep. Doug Collins, President Donald Trump’s choi...