Christmas edition: Reflecting on 2024 and how to navigate holiday political conversations

On this special Christmas edition of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy reflect on a blockbuster political year and answer your top questions from the listener mailbag. We explore the 2024 election cycle, the state Election Board, and what’s next for the economy.

We also look ahead to the next legislative session, President-elect Trump’s goals for his new administration, and the potential contenders for Georgia’s 2026 gubernatorial race.

Finally, producer Natalie Mendenhall sits down with Dr. Drew Westen, a psychologist and professor emeritus at Emory, for guidance on discussing politics with family during the holiday season. Dr. Westen shares expert advice on fostering understanding and keeping conversations productive, whether you’re reaching across the dinner table or the political aisle.

Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We’ll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.

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