Young political activists get lesson in organizing from some high-powered Democrats
Tennessee state Rep. Justin Pearson speaks at VoteFest Chicago. Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder CHICAGO – In the sanctuary of a historic church converted into an event space, not far from the hustle and bustle of the Democratic National Convention, a group of young people with a passion for politics met. The Youth VoteFest, hosted by University…
Former GOP Lt. Gov. Duncan at DNC urges Republicans, independents to vote Harris-Walz
Former Georgia Republican Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan speaks on stage during the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 21, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Georgia’s former Republican Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan called on his fellow conservatives to cast aside the GOP presidential nominee this year in…
Harris campaign to target swing state Georgia with advertising blitz
David Plouffe, adviser to Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign and former President Barack Obama’s campaign manager, speaks to Georgia delegates at the 2024 Democratic National Convention on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024. (Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder) CHICAGO — David Plouffe, a top adviser to Vice President Kamala Harris in her bid for the presidency, told Georgia…
‘Hope is making a comeback’: The Obamas make the case for Kamala Harris
Former U.S. President Barack Obama greets former first lady Michelle Obama as he arrives to speak on stage during the second day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on Aug. 20, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images) CHICAGO — As he did in his first speech to a Democratic…
Former President Jimmy Carter celebrated by grandson, Democratic National Convention
Jason Carter told the 2024 Democratic National Convention that his grandfather, former President Jimmy Carter, the nation’s longest-living president, is looking forward to voting for Kamala Harris for president. (Ross Williams/Georgia Recorder) CHICAGO – Former President Jimmy Carter is staying home from this year’s Democratic National Convention, but his grandson Jason Carter took the stage…
State Supreme Court hears arguments in Georgia Power bid to stop plant from switching to EMC
The Georgia Supreme Court heard arguments Aug. 20 in case over a legal battle between Georgia Power, Walton EMC and Nestle Purina over the right to choose an electricity provider at a manufacturing facility. John McCosh/Georgia Recorder The Georgia Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a dispute over a large manufacturer’s decision to choose Walton…