Today, Explained MLB to Georgia: You’re out!
Apr 6, 2021
Emma Hurt, a Politics reporter at WABE in Atlanta, provides insight into Georgia's controversial election law overhaul. She discusses the surprising involvement of major corporations like MLB and Coca-Cola in crafting the legislation while calling for accountability. The conversation reveals alarming changes such as ID requirements for absentee ballots, restrictions on voter assistance, and increased oversight of election procedures. Hurt connects these reforms to historical struggles for voting rights and highlights the rising tensions between corporate influence and political power.
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Representative Arrested
- Georgia state Rep. was arrested for knocking on the governor's door.
- She wanted to witness the signing of the new voting law.
Corporate Backlash
- Georgia businesses like Delta and Coca-Cola were involved in crafting the legislation.
- They later publicly criticized it after facing pressure, surprising Republicans.
Retaliation Against Delta
- Following criticism from Delta and Coca-Cola, Georgia's House passed a law removing Delta's fuel tax break.
- This was seen as retaliation, and some lawmakers even suggested boycotting Coca-Cola products.
