Policy Matters GA
Join hosts Erick Allen and Nicole Horn as they talk all things Policy, Politics, and even personalities under the Georgia Gold Dome.
Episodes
41 episodes
Recap of Days 1 and 2 at the DNC
Erick and Nicole give a brief recap of the speakers and activities going on in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention.
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30:47
13 keys to the White House and the Harris effect on down ballot races
We have returned from our summer hiatus to a flurry of new events including a new democrat ticket. Erick and Nicole will walk through Allan Lichtman's 13 keys to the White House to see who has the advantage in this new presidential race. We wil...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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31:53
Georgia Supreme Court Candidate John Barrow
This week Nicole and Erick talk with Georgia Supreme Court Candidate John Barrow. This is an election that is on the ballot on May 21st and has huge consequences and John is the only candidate with a strong pro-choice record.
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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36:23
The 2024 Georgia Legislative session comes to a close
This episode we discuss the close of the 2024 Legislative Session. The Good, The Bad, and the... near misses. We are joined by Jeff Breedlove with the Georgia Council for Recovery and Niles Francis.
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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36:25
Last days of the 2024 Georgia Legislative Session
This week Erick and Nicole discuss the last few remaining bills that we need to watch as well as some of the bad that has already been done. There is one week until this session is over and we will be covering it until the end.
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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23:05
Georgia Legislative Cross Over Day and Candidate Qualifying
This episode Nicole and Erick discuss the good and the bad bills that survived crossover day at the Georgia State Capitol. They also take a look at some upcoming changes in Democrat leadership after both the House and Senate leaders did n...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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Criminalization of Poverty and more Chaos with Congress
This week we dive into some movement of bad bills in Georgia and more chaos with congress on boarder bill, aid funding, and a failed impeachment vote.
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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Antisemitism bill clears Senate hurdle
This week is week 3 of the session and we are joined by Rabbi Larry Sernovitz to discuss HB 30, a bill to define Antisemitism, clearing the Senate Judiciary committee. What does this really mean, why is it important, and what are the next steps...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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Commissioner on the move and session starts with Cobb Maps
This week we are joined by Cobb County Commissioner Jerica Richardson as we discuss the start of the legislative session and the current status of her congressional bid.
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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39:52
Session Primer with Dem Senate Caucus Chair, Sen. Parent
As we get ready for the start of the legislative session next week, we sit down with the Chair of the Senate Democrats, Sen. Elena Parent. We talk New Years resolutions, Maps, and the upcoming session.
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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39:37
Court ordered redistricting Special Session opens and latest in the Middle East
Welcome to season 2 of Policy Matter GA. This episode we discuss the special session to address the federal courts order for Georgia to correct its redistricting that violated Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. We also have a very special gues...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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38:30
New Maps, New Speaker
Erick and Nicole are joined by Niles Francis to discuss a busy week. Federal Judge throws out Georgia Congressional and State Legislature Map and orders new maps; Gov. Kemp calls for special session to start on November 29th. Also, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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35:22
Still no Speaker and the Middle East is burning
1/2 of 1/3 of our government is paralyzed and the world is on fire. This week its Jim Jordans turn to loose votes on the floor for speaker. How far will he take this and what do Nicole and Erick think will be the outcome.
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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23:46
Chaos Caucus is in search of a new Speaker of the House
This week the predictable happened. Speaker McCarthy wanted the gavel so bad he made it easy to remove him, and that is just what happened. This week Erick is joined by Niles Francis to discuss the "vacancy of the Chair".
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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25:30
Will Georgia get new election maps and GOP drives the Federal Government to a shutdown
This week we discuss the possibility of a Federal Judge ordering the legislature to redraw Congressional and State Legislative maps and what this means for incumbents and candidates. We also discuss the dysfunctional House Republicans steering ...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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31:50
Indictment number 4 for the GOP frontrunner
This episode... a lot like the last one. Another Trump indictment but this time a RICO charge that comes with a mandatory minimum if convicted.
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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26:10
Trump's 3rd Indictment and Space Force not landing in Alabama
This episode Erick and Nicole walk you through the latest Trump indictment and his possible defenses, as well as Space Force not landing in Alabama, and the reality that Slavery was not a net benefit to black people.
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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45:18
Don't Confuse School Choice with School Funding.... and more on SCOTUS
This week Erick and Nicole discuss GA State Rep Mainor switching parties based on alternative facts as the dive deep into education policy and the crazy last minute SCOTUS decisions.
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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34:22
Hate in Cobb County and a surprising SCOTUS session
This week your host Erick and Nicole are joined by State Representative and Chair of the Cobb County Legislative Delegation, Teri Anulewicz. We will discuss the unfortunate rally of hate at a Cobb Synagogue and some surprising decisions by SCOT...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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34:08
SCOTUS rules on Alabama Maps and Trump Indictment
This has been a busy news week. Erick and Nicole go in-depth on the Trump Indictment and the surprise ruling by SCOTUS on the Alabama Congressional maps. This is a conversation you don't want to miss!
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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34:33
We have a Deal... and a crowding field of GOP candidates
This week Erick and Nicole address the deal on the Debt Ceiling, a growing field of GOP presidential hopefuls, and a list of other political shenanigans.
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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32:41
Debit Ceiling approaching and Fulton County Chairman select Republican to lead BRE
Today Nicole and Erick discuss the looming debt ceiling limit and the ongoing negotiations, more abortion restrictions, and Fulton County Chair nominating a republican to lead the Board of Registrations and Elections, giving power to the GOP in...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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39:10
Biden 2024 announcement as the Debt Ceiling looms
This week Erick and Nicole discuss the re-election announcement of President Joe Biden, new attacks on the Trans community, and the debt ceiling.
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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29:38
Georgia gets snubbed by DNC, another abortion ruling, and the Tennessee 3
This week we are back from our post session week off and are now ready to tackle local and national issues. The DNC picks Chicago over Atlanta, the federal judge in Texas knows more than the FDA, and the TN3 get expelled.... sort of!
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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