An emotional state Rep. Scott Holcomb criticizes failure to pass Wrongful Conviction Compensation Act

Democratic state Rep. Scott Holcomb joins the podcast first to offer an emotional perspective on the Legislature’s failure to pass his Wrongful Conviction Compensation Act, which would provide those whose convictions are overturned with state financial aid to build a new life. 

And Holcomb responds to Gov. Brian Kemp’s declaration on our show that he will never support a full expansion of Medicaid. 

Then, the podcast welcomes Robert Schwartz, leader of the Haley Voters for Biden effort. 

Plus, the hosts discuss the AJC’s exclusive story reporting that President Joe Biden will give the commencement speech at Morehouse College in mid-May. It’s an appearance that has potential benefits as well as downsides. 

Links to topics 

Last-ditch effort to pass wrongful conviction compensation fails 

Gov. Brian Kemp on 'Politically Georgia': 'I'm in the "no" camp on Medicaid expansion' 

Morehouse leaders wrestle with potential criticisms of president's speech to grads 

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Producer- Natalie Mendenhall 

Engineer- Matt McWilliams 

Editor- Matt Owen 

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