Politically Georgia

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
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Jun 8, 2022 • 44min

The battle for Georgia's runoffs is underway

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy recap the Republican runoff debates in Georgia’s 10th, 6th, and 2nd Districts and the statewide Democrat runoff races for Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State.Plus, our insiders discuss Stacey Abrams’ endorsements in some of the down-ticket races and whether those endorsements will prove to be risky moves by the Democratic candidate for governor.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “playPolitically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 3, 2022 • 36min

Herschel Walker’s words come back to haunt him

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss Hershel Walker’s comments ranging from COVID body spray to denying hearing former President Donald Trump say the 2020 election was stolen, and how those words will be used against him in the race for U.S. Senate.Plus, how the issues of gun rights and abortion are being used to make for a unifying message.   Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 1, 2022 • 38min

Unpacking the primaries; and the race that’s still in overtime.

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insider Patricia Murphy is joined by AJC elections reporter Mark Niesse to explain the need for a recount in the District 2 DeKalb county commission race. They also discuss the impact Senate Bill 202 had on voting in the first election cycle since its passage.Plus, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Tia Mitchell visit the Sports Illustrated Weekly podcast to talk about Hershel Walker’s victory in the Georgia primary and what it says about the power of celebrity and the MAGA movement inside the political system.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 27, 2022 • 35min

The candidates set their sights on November

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss Herschel Walker’s comments on gun control and how the Republican senatorial candidate performs when answering questions from the media.Plus, our insiders look at the new phase of the race to the November elections and how Republicans are shifting their focus to President Joe Biden.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play PoliticallyGeorgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 25, 2022 • 25min

Kemp, Raffensperger derail Trump's revenge tour

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy cover Governor Brian Kemp’s victory and former U.S. Senator David Perdue’s defeat in the Georgia primary elections.Plus, our team discusses how former President Donald Trump’s attempt to reshape the GOP in Georgia suffered a stunning rebuke by Georgia voters.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “playPolitically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 24, 2022 • 31min

An epic Republican split

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy, and Tia Mitchell look at how Governor Brian Kemp, though on President Donald Trump’s bad side, manages to not alienate Trump voters in his bid for another term as governor.Plus, what other top races will our team be closely watching as Georgians cast their ballots in the primary election.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “playPolitically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 20, 2022 • 41min

The candidates make their closing arguments

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy talk about Governor Brian’s Kemp strategy to defeat former Senator David Perdue and avoid a runoff after the primaries.Plus, why Herschel Walker is so confident of a primary win, and what Stacey Abrams’ campaign is doing to get a head start on the race to November.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 18, 2022 • 30min

Is Brian Kemp going for the jugular?

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy look at the resources, attention, and energy the Kemp campaign is putting into the race to keep David Perdue’s campaign from being able to fight back.Plus, our team looks at why some Democrats are crossing over to vote in the Republican primary.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “playPolitically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 13, 2022 • 30min

A MAGA war of words heats up in Georgia's governor's race

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy show the divide between the Trump wing and the establishment wing of the Republican party after Donald Trump and Chris Christie trade barbs over who the RINOs in the party really are.Plus, the issues Georgia Democrats are fighting over as we head into the May 24 primary.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 11, 2022 • 33min

Brian Kemp puts the political pedal to the metal

It appears Georgia is well on its way to becoming a hub for electric vehicles. In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy explain what the state is offering to Hyundai Motor Corp. to open a second plant in the state and what it means for Governor Kemp’s legacy.Our team will also look at what’s left in David Perdue’s piggy bank.Plus, Herschel Walker explains why he’s been skipping Senatorial debates and what he has to say about mental health.Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or Stitcher.You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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