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Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! We’ve got a newsy episode for you today: Rudy Giuliani’s request for new trial in Georgia is denied, Special prosecutor Pete Skandalakis now investigating Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones and much more!
But first, we’ve got an update on the Catoosa County GOP debacle from field reporter Craig “The” Kidd. The drama continues.
Also, you may remember that in December, a jury in the U.S. District Court in D.C. granted Fulton County poll workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss over $148 million in damages. Giuliani had falsely accused them of election fraud in the 2020 presidential election. A judge has now rejected Rudy Giuliani’s request for new trial.
Another legal update: special prosecutor Pete Skandalakis has been appointed to investigate Georgia GOP Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones. Skanadalakis is the current Executive Director of the prosecuting attorney’s council of Georgia. 
And Attorney General Chris Carr joined forces with six other states in a lawsuit aimed at halting a new federal initiative aimed at providing student loan debt relief to millions of borrowers across the country. The lawsuit filed by states led by Republicans aims to impede President Joe Biden's second effort to eliminate debts for lower-income borrowers who are struggling with repayments and to alleviate debt burdens for others. Other states in the suit: Arkansas, Florida, Missouri, North Dakota, Ohio and Oklahoma
Lastly, we have a NEW SEGMENT: Races We’re Watching. Craig and Preston detail races (in Georgia or elsewhere) that they will be watching leading up to November’s election. Our intention is this will be a recurring segment until then. Let us know your suggestions!
Overhyped/Underhyped, Play-Along-At-Home and much more on today’s jam packed episode. 
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Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast and Happy Patriots’ Day to all who celebrate!
Patriots' Day is a holiday primarily observed in the states of Massachusetts and Maine. It commemorates the battles of Lexington and Concord, which were the first battles of the American Revolutionary War.
Patriots' Day is celebrated on the third Monday of April each year. In Massachusetts, it's a state holiday, marked by various events including reenactments of the battles, parades, and ceremonies. Schools and many businesses in Massachusetts typically close for the day. In Maine, it's also observed, although it's not as widely celebrated as in Massachusetts.
Beyond commemorating the historical events of the Revolutionary War, Patriots' Day also often coincides with the running of the Boston Marathon, one of the most prestigious marathons in the world.
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Welcome to The Georgia Politics podcast! On today's show, Rep. Matthew Gambill joins to discuss what it means to serve as one of the Governor’s floor leaders during legislative session.
A Governor's floor leader is a prominent position within the state's legislative body. This individual is appointed by the Governor to serve as their liaison and representative on the legislative floor.
He or she plays a crucial role in promoting the governor's legislative agenda, coordinating with other legislators to garner support for proposed bills, and ensuring communication between the governor's office and the legislative branch. They often work closely with other legislative leaders and members of the governor's administration to strategize and negotiate the passage of key legislation.
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Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! On today’s show we recap the last day of the 2024 legislative session – what got through both chambers, what didn’t, and what we learned about the state of politics in Georgia.
In short, a lot of the cultural war bills got left on the cutting room floor and the bills that most Georgians say they care about it, didn’t. As Speaker Jon Burns said, “You know, some folks choose politics. The House chooses results.”
We saw pay raises for teachers and police, income and property tax cuts, a bill involving immigration detention requirements, $6,500 vouchers for students to attend private schools and more.
In other news, Georgia GOP Vice Chair Brian Pritchard was found guilty of violating state election laws and voting illegally 9 times. GOP Chair Josh McKoon has called for his resignation, but Pritchard is standing resolute.
Overhyped/Underhyped, Play-Along-At-Home and much more on today’s jam packed episode. 
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Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! There is no way that A.I. could do this show better than us…right?
We are nearing the end of this year’s legislative session and there are a few major updates we want to hit on this episode. First, Governor Kemp lit a fire under some legislators to get moving on school vouchers, and get moving they did. After stalling in the House last year, the powers that be were able to flip enough Republicans from a ‘nay’ in order to get it through 91-82.
Also, somehow, some way, the great Clarence Thomas statue debate is back. GOP legislators are once again attempting to have him added in eternity to the Georgia Capital grounds. Why?
We’re also going to discuss last week’s news that EV maker Rivian is backing out of its grand bargain with Georgia…for now. A slowdown in EV sales has caused the company to pump the brakes on its $5 billion battery plant and the 7,500 jobs that were to come with it after the state doled out $1.5 billion in economic incentives.
Lastly, let’s talk about A.I. generated political ads. Some lawmakers are fearful about the ramifications of failing to address this new phenomenon. Others, however, interpret any efforts to prohibit them as an affront to their first amendment rights. Let’s join the debate.
Overhyped/Underhyped, Play-Along-At-Home and much more on today’s jam packed episode. 
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Preston Thompson on Twitter @pston3
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Welcome to The Georgia Politics Podcast! Qualifying week was last week for legislative races and your regular crew is here to hit the highlights.
But first, let’s talk about the State of the Union. President Biden offered an optimistic, though at times loud and forceful vision for America’s future. These speeches have unto themselves become far more political and certainly theatrical than days bygone. Craig and Preston talk about their utility and what they got out of last week’s edition.
Then, they get into qualifying week under the gold dome, with a few surprises but mostly a ho hum slate of races that should be largely predictable this November. There are no statewide races to drive out turnout for either party, though certainly Biden v. Trump Round 2 should have an effect.
Craig also does his bi-annual tradition of analyzing some of the candidates’ listed profession, which are always good for a laugh and a head scratch or two.
Then, we get into the bizarre happenings in Catoosa County involving party officials refusing to qualify candidates that they deem unworthy of the Republican label, and the judge who has had quite enough of the shenanigans. It is wild, and Craig is here to break it down for us.
Overhyped/Underhyped, Play-Along-At-Home and much more on today’s jam packed episode. 
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Preston Thompson on Twitter @pston3
Hans Appen on Twitter @hansappen
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