Political Rewind

Georgia Public Broadcasting
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  • POLITICS

The 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.

  1. 08/01/2024

    Political Rewind: Abortion ban overturned; Trump announces 2024 run; Lawsuit over Saturday Voting

    Wednesday on Political Rewind: Georgia's abortion ban has been ruled unconstitutional by a Fulton County judge. After announcing he'd be running for president in 2024, Donald Trump also sang Herschel Walker's praises publicly. Meanwhile, Democrats sue to restore Saturday early voting ahead of the runoff. The panel Charles Bullock, professor of political science, University of Georgia Greg Bluestein, @bluestein, political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rick Dent, political ad expert and vice president, Matrix Communications Tia Mitchell, @ajconwashington, Washington reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Georgia's "heartbeat" abortion law was thrown out yesterday by a Fulton County judge. 16:00 - Donald Trump announced his 2024 campaign for president from Mar-a-Lago yesterday. 29:00 - Will Republicans support Herschel Walker ahead of the runoffs? 34:00 - Walker alleged that Raphael Warnock wasn't a present father; Warnock responds. 44:00 - Republicans vie for leadership roles in Congress. 47:00 - Democrats sue to restore Saturday early voting. 50:00 - Gov. Brian Kemp testified before Fulton County's investigation into 2020 election fraud. Please sign up for the GA Today Politics Newsletter coming out later today. https://www.gpb.org/newsletters

    51 min

  2. 04/16/2024

    Political Rewind July 15, 2020

    Today on Political Rewind, election integrity is a hot issue for voters as the November general election approaches. Joining us on today’s show is the CEO of Fair Fight Action, one of the more prominent organizations to tackle election issues in recent years.

    51 min

  3. 04/16/2024

    Political Rewind July 17, 2020

    Political Rewind with Bill Nigut for July 17, 2020.

    53 min

  4. 04/16/2024

    Political Rewind July 20, 2020

    Political Rewind with Bill Nigut | July 20, 2020.

    51 min

  5. 04/16/2024

    Political Rewind July 15, 2020

    Political Rewind's July 15, 2020 episode.

    51 min

  6. 06/30/2023

    Political Rewind: Bill Nigut signs off at GPB

    In the final episode of Political Rewind, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's editor-at-large Kevin Riley interviews host Bill Nigut on a lifelong career in journalism, the stories he looks back on, and what he expects in Georgia's political future. Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 3:00 - Today is Bill Nigut's last show. Kevin Riley interviews him on his career. 7:00 - Bill's history and love of theater, his early days in Chicago, and political firsts. 16:00 - From Chicago to WSB-TV in Atlanta. 28:00 - How political coverage and standards for candidates have changed. 35:00 - Bill's favorite stories. 38:00 - On Bill's personal life. 43:00 - On why he thinks Political Rewind was a success. This is Political Rewind's finale, but you can continue to listen to our episodes on Apple Music and Spotify.

    51 min

  7. 06/29/2023

    Political Rewind: Raffensperger speaks with prosecutors; Supreme Court ends term

    Brad Raffensperger has spoken with federal prosecutors investigating efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court has a few crucial rulings left on its docket. The panel: Anthony Michael Kreis, @AnthonyMKreis, professor of law Georgia State University Fred Smith, @fredosmithjr, professor of constitutional law Emory University Jim Galloway, former political columnist Atlanta Journal-Constitution Tanya Washington, @AskProfW, professor of law Georgia State University Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 6:00 - Brad Raffensperger spoke to federal prosecutors investigating efforts to overturn the 2020 election. 14:00 - The Supreme Court rejected independent legislature theory. 28:00 - The court will also rule on two major college admissions cases addressing affirmative action. 9:41 - It's also set to rule on a case that will test LGTBQ+ rights vs. free speech on public accommodations. 48:00 - Student loan debt rulings could come down soon. Friday on Political Rewind: Bill Nigut signs off for the final episode of Political Rewind.

    51 min

  8. 06/28/2023

    Political Rewind: SCOTUS rejects independent legislature theory; Credit for EVs; Antisemitic protest

    Wednesday on Political Rewind: The Supreme Court rejected "independent legislature theory," an idea that its critics say could have undermined American democracy. Sen. Jon Ossoff and Gov. Brian Kemp feud over who's responsible for EV developments in Georgia. Meanwhile, there were two disturbing neo-Nazi protests in Georgia this week. The panel: Alan Abramowitz,@AlanIAbramowitz, professor emeritus of political science, Emory University Andra Gillespie, @AndraGillespie, professor of political science and director, James Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference, Emory University Charles Bullock, professor of political science, University of Georgia Greg Bluestein, @bluestein, political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 6:00 - An EV manufacturer is coming to Bainbridge, drawing political crossfire. 24:00 - The Supreme Court rejected "independent state legislature" theory. 43:00 - Two antisemitic protests in Georgia cause alarm outside synagogues. 47:00 - Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene may be ousted from the far-right Freedom Caucus. Thursday on Political Rewind: Former columnist Jim Galloway joins the panel.

    51 min
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The 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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  • Creator
    Georgia Public Broadcasting
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2024
  • Episodes
    1.4K
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