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 From UGA: Countdown to Kemp's Senate Announcement
December 03, 2019 20:38 - 52 minutes - 3.09 KBToday on Political Rewind , we are live from the studios of WUGA in Athens. We will discuss the impending announcement from Gov. Brian Kemp about his decision regarding Sen. Johnny Isakson’s seat. At the moment, Atlanta business executive Kelly Loeffler seems likely to be the pick, despite pressure from President Donald Trump to tap a fierce ally from Georgia, Rep. Doug Collins. How will Georgia conservatives react to this perceived rebuke of the president? Will Collins, if he is not tapped f...
Political Rewind: Tumultuous Storm Gathers Over Isakson Seat
December 02, 2019 20:29 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBToday on Political Rewind , Gov. Brian Kemp is locked in a battle with President Donald Trump over his choice to replace Sen. Johnny Isakson in the U.S. Senate. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Kemp is set to name Atlanta business executive Kelly Loeffler to the seat. Critics claim Loeffler is not a true Trump conservative and want Rep. Doug Collins for the job. How will this fierce battle play out in the week ahead? Our panel weighs in.
Political Rewind Special Edition: Pulitzer Prize Winner Rick Atkinson
November 26, 2019 20:00 - 51 minutes - 3.05 KBOn this Special Edition of Political Rewind , a conversation with Pulitzer Prize winning author Rick Atkinson. His new book, The British Are Coming , tells the story of the early years of the Revolutionary War, a war that took the lives of one in ten Americans. It’s a stark portrait of the courage and the carnage of battle. Guest: Rick Atkinson, Author, The British Are Coming
Political Rewind: Will We See A Decision From Gov. Brian Kemp?
November 25, 2019 20:29 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBToday on Political Rewind , As we await word on Gov. Brian Kemp’s appointment to fill Johnny Isakson’s seat in the U.S. Senate, President Trump advocates for Rep. Doug Collins. Will Kemp agree or will he go with his own choice?
Political Rewind: Trump Makes A Hard Decision For Kemp Even Harder
November 22, 2019 20:30 - 54 minutes - 3.2 KBToday on Political Rewind , President Donald Trump jumps the gun and declares his choice for Sen. Johnny Isakson’s seat, even before Gov. Brian Kemp announces his own preference. Will Kemp bend to the president’s will or make an independent decision? Our panel weighs in on the possible fallout from the president’s impulsive decision to back Congressman Doug Collins for the job. "I think the governor needs to consider that the president is looking for partisan loyalty," Spelman College's Maril...
Political Rewind: Democratic Presidential Hopefuls Debate In Atlanta
November 20, 2019 23:01 - 1 hour - 6.29 KBOn this two-hour Special Edition of Political Rewind , we were live from Tyler Perry Studios on the day of the Democratic Presidential Debate with an all-star panel of guests discussing what to expect from the candidates in tonight's debate.
Political Rewind: Presidential Politics Comes To Town In Lead Up To Georgia's Debate
November 18, 2019 20:20 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBToday on Political Rewind , it is debate week in Georgia. Democratic candidates for president and other party leaders are already arriving in Atlanta to promote their key issues and energize voters for the 2020 election cycle. We will look at how the days leading up to the debate are unfolding.
Political Rewind: Decision Inching Closer On Isakson's Senate Seat
November 15, 2019 20:37 - 55 minutes - 3.23 KBToday on Political Rewind , Gov. Brian Kemp sets Monday as the deadline to apply for Sen. Johnny Isakson’s seat. More than 500 people have offered themselves for the job, including some prominent GOP leaders and well-known Georgians. We ask our panel if they expect more big names to come forward in the final days of the process.
Political Rewind: New Polling In Georgia Takes Closer Look At 2020, Issues Critical To Voters
November 14, 2019 22:21 - 52 minutes - 3.09 KBA new poll of registered voters in Georgia suggests President Donald Trump has challenges ahead as he works to win the state in 2020. The results give us a snapshot of which Democratic candidates might be most successful in beating the president in Georgia. Our panel looks at the data.
Political Rewind: Georgia Teams Push For Legalizing Sports Betting
November 12, 2019 20:21 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , if you are wagering that sports betting may soon be legal in Georgia, your odds of being correct have just gotten better. The Atlanta Hawks, the Braves, Atlanta United and the Falcons have joined forces to push the legislature to make it legal. Our panel weighs in on how the battle is likely to unfold in the upcoming session.
Political Rewind: As Georgia Celebrates Veterans Day, Issues Continue in Veterans' Care
November 11, 2019 20:22 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBAs the country honors its military veterans today, we’ll look at the problems that continue to plague the veterans’ hospital here in Atlanta and at the efforts of Sen. Johnny Isakson to turn around a dysfunctional health care delivery system for veterans across the country.
Political Rewind: State Democrats Plan For Trump Visit And November Presidential Debate
November 08, 2019 20:46 - 54 minutes - 3.17 KBToday on Political Rewind , Democratic Party of Georgia Chair, state Sen. Nikema Williams, joins our panel to discuss how Democrats plan to use Atlanta’s presidential debate in their efforts to turn the Peach State purple.
Political Rewind: Georgia's House Speaker David Ralston Talks Budget, Election Results
November 06, 2019 20:23 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBToday on Political Rewind , we sit down for an exclusive interview with Georgia’s Speaker of the House David Ralston. Our conversation’s timing could not be better.
Political Rewind: Georgians Will Get To Weigh In On Kemp's Health Care Proposals
November 05, 2019 21:00 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , Georgians will get a chance to weigh in on Gov. Brian Kemp’s health care waivers. Kemp’s proposals would give more authority to the state for health insurance powers that are now held by the federal government. Where do Georgians stand on the state government’s role in health care coverage?
Political Rewind: Trump To Visit Atlanta, Raise Funds For Perdue
November 04, 2019 20:15 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBToday on Political Rewind , President Donald Trump is rewarding Sen. David Perdue for his loyalty by making Perdue the first beneficiary of a new Trump-backed fundraising group.
Political Rewind: Impeachment Poised To Play Role In Georgia Election
November 01, 2019 19:32 - 54 minutes - 3.17 KBToday on Political Rewind , the deep partisan divide among Georgia congressmen is apparent as the U.S. House votes to launch a formal impeachment investigation into President Donald Trump. How will the weeks ahead play into 2020 elections here and across the nation?
Political Rewind: Concerns Raised Over The 300,000 Georgians To Be Struck From Voter Rolls
October 30, 2019 19:16 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBToday on Political Rewind , the secretary of state has announced plans to strike more than 300,000 Georgians from the voter rolls. Similar to the 2018 election, voting rights groups are calling the move an attempt to surpress votes, while the secretary of state’s office says it is an effort to ensure honest elections. Our panel looks at the arguments on both sides.
Political Rewind: Into the Weeds On Health Care Reform
October 29, 2019 19:20 - 52 minutes - 3.08 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , Democratic presidential candidates are dueling over a variety of proposals for improving delivery. We’ve heard them tout their various plans for Medicare for All or a public option to Obamacare, all while promoting “universal health care.” What do these terms really mean and how would they be paid for? Our panel explores the health care debate’s terms and explains the proposals.
Political Rewind: A Metro Atlanta Location For Next Month's Democratic Debate
October 28, 2019 19:14 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBToday on Political Rewind , Democrats play to their strengths while choosing a site for the upcoming Georgia presidential debate. They selected a stage near Atlanta, foregoing a chance to expand their base in the metro suburbs. But does the location matter at all? We ask our panel.
Political Rewind: Remembering A 'Pioneer' Of Justice In Georgia
October 26, 2019 18:57 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , a giant of Georgia politics passed away yesterday. Leroy Johnson was Georgia’s first black state senator since Reconstruction and in 1963 he took the lead in desegregating facilities at the state Capitol. Our panel looks at his legacy.
Political Rewind: Democrats, Republicans Eye Georgia's Senate Seats, But Who Will Be The Nominees?
October 23, 2019 19:18 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBToday on Political Rewind , Georgia Democrats rally around their chances to win key races in 2020 at their annual dinner. In attendance: both declared and potential candidates for the two U.S. Senate seats on the ballot in Georgia.
Political Rewind: New Attention On Georgia As Tug-Of-War Over Peach State Voters Begins
October 22, 2019 19:23 - 52 minutes - 3.09 KBToday on Political Rewind , as Democrats set their sights on Georgia’s November presidential debate, new polling reveals a race in flux. In Iowa, nearly 1 in 3 of the state’s Democrats say they have no idea who they will support even as Pete Buttigieg gains ground against front-runners Joe Biden and Elizabeth Warren.
Political Rewind: Announcement Expected Soon On Georgia's November Democratic Debate
October 21, 2019 19:27 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBToday on Political Rewind , a Georgia law allowing companies to grow and sell medical marijuana has been in effect for six months. However, implementation has stalled because state leaders have failed to appoint a board tasked with awarding marijuana growing and selling contracts. Our panel will discuss the slowdown.
Political Rewind: As Governor Tightens Belt, Maternal Health and State Personnel Could Feel Effects
October 18, 2019 19:19 - 54 minutes - 3.21 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , state agencies risk cuts to personnel following Gov. Brian Kemp's order for 4% budget cuts now and 6% next fiscal year. The governor's press secretary, Cody Hall, is on our panel and we discuss those cuts.
Political Rewind: New Fundraising Numbers Provide Insight Into Georgia's State, Congressional Races
October 16, 2019 19:37 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , we look at the latest fundraising total for candidates in key 2020 Georgia races. Democratic candidates for Sen. David Perdue’s Senate seat are trailing behind him by wide margins. Our panel weighs in on how the money gap may dictate the strength of Democrats who want to beat Perdue.
Special Edition Of Political Rewind: Our Polarized Politics, How Did We Get Here?
October 15, 2019 19:14 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBToday on Political Rewind , Republicans have called the impeachment investigation of President Trump a Democratic witch hunt. Two decades ago, Democrats attacked the impeachment of President Clinton with similar fury.
Political Rewind: Policy On Trans Students' Rights Draws Attention in Pickens County
October 14, 2019 19:11 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , a battle brews in Pickens County after the school superintendent issues a rule allowing transgender students to use the bathroom of their choice, leaving some parents up in arms. Our panel weighs in on the controversy in north Georgia. “Attitudes are changing, they are in flux," The Atlanta Journal-Constitution 's Jim Galloway said. "And this is something that the wall may hold for a number of years, but eventually I think there’s going to be a breach.”
Political Rewind: With Georgia's Democratic Debate, The Road To 2020 Runs Through The Peach State
October 11, 2019 19:19 - 55 minutes - 3.22 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , Georgia Democrats praise national party leadership for choosing the state as the site for November's presidential debate. We will look at the strategies they might use to maximize their candidates’ impact in Georgia and how Republicans may respond.
Political Rewind Special Edition: Georgia's Farmers 1 Year After Hurricane Michael
October 09, 2019 21:25 - 53 minutes - 3.11 KBOn this special edition of Political Rewind , how are farmers coping in the year since Hurricane Michael ?
Political Rewind: Now Back On His Feet, Jimmy Carter Offers Advice To The President
October 08, 2019 19:35 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBToday on Political Rewind , our panel weighs in on former President Jimmy Carter's comments on the current impeachment inquiry in an interview with NBC's Andrea Mitchell. What did one of the Peach State's favorite sons have to say about President Donald Trump?
Political Rewind: Pelosi Visits Atlanta, Says Democrats Will Play Ball In State Races
October 07, 2019 19:57 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , Speaker of the U.S. House Nancy Pelosi visits Atlanta and tells reporters Georgia will not be neglected by national Democrats in 2020 races. She also defends her decision to launch the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump after months of hesitation. The AJC’s Jim Galloway and GBP’s Robert Jimison were among the few journalists who had the opportunity to speak with her.
Political Rewind: Applications Pile Up for Isakson's Senate Seat
October 04, 2019 19:37 - 53 minutes - 3.15 KBToday on Political Rewind , several intriguing candidates for Sen. Johnny Isakson’s seat have emerged, including a prominent GOP figure's daughter and the son of a former Democratic candidate for vice president. Our panel looks at the latest developments in the Peach State's two U.S. Senate races.
Political Rewind: Senate Hopeful Jon Ossoff Speaks About Campaign
October 02, 2019 19:37 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate Jon Ossoff joins us live in studio as the latest guest in our series of conversations with David Perdue’s challengers. Will he be able to capitalize on the energy and campaign funds that animated his race for Congress two years ago or will the loss of the most expensive race in congressional history hold him back?
Political Rewind: New Polling Shows Support for Impeachment
October 01, 2019 19:13 - 52 minutes - 3.1 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , new polling shows voters support accelerating President’s Trump’s impeachment inquiry. What does Emory University’s Dr. Andra Gillespie have to take away from this and how is the impeachment investigation affecting Georgians right now?
Political Rewind: Storm Brewing Over Impeachment Reaches Into Georgia
September 30, 2019 19:29 - 52 minutes - 3.09 KBOn this edition of Political Rewind , what is the appetite for impeachment among voters? As many Democrats began voicing support for an impeachment process last week, polls showed a lack of enthusiam among voters. But now a week later, do polls show any changes in attitude?