Political Rewind

In the final episode of Political Rewind, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's editor-at-large Kevin Riley interviews host Bill Nigut on a lifelong career in journalism, the stories he looks back on, and what he expects in Georgia's political future. Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 3:00 - Today is Bill Nigut's last show. Kevin Riley interviews him on his career. 7:00 - Bill's history and love of theater, his early days in Chicago, and political firsts. 16:00 - From Chicago to WSB-TV in Atlanta. 28:00 - How political coverage and standards for candidates have changed. 35:00 - Bill's favorite stories. 38:00 - On Bill's personal life. 43:00 - On why he thinks Political Rewind was a success. This is Political Rewind's finale, but you can continue to listen to our episodes on Apple Music and Spotify.

Brad Raffensperger has spoken with federal prosecutors investigating efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court has a few crucial rulings left on its docket. The panel: Anthony Michael Kreis, @AnthonyMKreis, professor of law Georgia State University Fred Smith, @fredosmithjr, professor of constitutional law Emory University Jim Galloway, former political columnist Atlanta Journal-Constitution Tanya Washington, @AskProfW, professor of law Georgia State University Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 6:00 - Brad Raffensperger spoke to federal prosecutors investigating efforts to overturn the 2020 election. 14:00 - The Supreme Court rejected independent legislature theory. 28:00 - The court will also rule on two major college admissions cases addressing affirmative action. 9:41 - It's also set to rule on a case that will test LGTBQ+ rights vs. free speech on public accommodations. 48:00 - Student loan debt rulings could come down soon. Friday on Political Rewind: Bill Nigut signs off for the final episode of Political Rewind.

Wednesday on Political Rewind: The Supreme Court rejected "independent legislature theory," an idea that its critics say could have undermined American democracy. Sen. Jon Ossoff and Gov. Brian Kemp feud over who's responsible for EV developments in Georgia. Meanwhile, there were two disturbing neo-Nazi protests in Georgia this week. The panel: Alan Abramowitz,@AlanIAbramowitz, professor emeritus of political science, Emory University Andra Gillespie, @AndraGillespie, professor of political science and director, James Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference, Emory University Charles Bullock, professor of political science, University of Georgia Greg Bluestein, @bluestein, political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 6:00 - An EV manufacturer is coming to Bainbridge, drawing political crossfire. 24:00 - The Supreme Court rejected "independent state legislature" theory. 43:00 - Two antisemitic protests in Georgia cause alarm outside synagogues. 47:00 - Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene may be ousted from the far-right Freedom Caucus. Thursday on Political Rewind: Former columnist Jim Galloway joins the panel.

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger will be interviewed for the first time by federal prosecutors. He'll likely be asked about Donald Trump's 2020 phone call, in which the former president asked for votes to win the election. The panel Audrey Haynes, professor of political science, The University of Georgia Margaret Coker, @mideastmargaret, editor-in-chief, The Current Tamar Hallerman, @TamarHallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Tammy Greer, professor of political science Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 7:00 - DOJ investigators will interview Brad Raffensperger 26:00 - Rep. Andrew Clyde blocks renaming on Lake Lanier 30:00 - Downtown square being renamed in Savannah 33:00 - Battle on Capitol Hill on GOP 43:00 - SCOTUS to drop opinions on several more cases Wednesday on Political Rewind: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Greg Bluestein joins the panel.

Monday on Political Rewind: DeKalb Co. DA Sherry Boston announced she's withdrawing her office from criminal cases against "Cop City" protestors, citing prosecutorial differences with the Attorney General's office. Plus, the Department of Justice turns their attention to states' false electors. The panel Michael Thurmond, CEO, DeKalb County Patricia Murphy, @MurphyAJC, political reporter, Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rick Dent, vice president, Matrix Communications Sam Olens, @samolens, former state Attorney General Timestamps :00- Introductions 8:00- Dekalb DA, Sherry Boston announces she is withdrawing from prosecutions of police training center protestors. 22:00- Brian Kemp on EVs 29:00- Chris Christie gets boo'd for challenging Trump 36:00- Trump's upcoming indictments 42:00- Where the nation stands one year after the fall of Roe v. Wade Tuesday on Political Rewind: The Atlanta Journal Constitution's Tamar Hallerman joins the panel.

Friday on Political Rewind: A Cobb County elementary school teacher may be the first casualty of Georgia's new “divisive concepts” ban. Meanwhile, a state investigation confirms the two election officials at the heart of the “suitcase of ballots” conspiracy theory did nothing wrong. The panel: Adrienne Jones, @adriennemjns, professor of political science, Morehouse College Donna Lowry, @donnalowrynews, host, GPB-TV's Lawmakers Jim Galloway, @JimJournalist, former political columnist, Atlanta Journal-Constitution Kevin Riley, @ajceditor, editor-at-large, Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 4:00 - Cobb County teacher may be the first casualty of the "divisive concepts" bill 20:00 -Fulton County election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss cleared by GBI 30:00 - Tomorrow marks one year since Roe V. Wade was overturned 41:00 - Programming note about the last episode of Political Rewind 43:00 - Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Lauren Boebert argued on the House floor Monday on Political Rewind: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Patricia Murphy joins the panel.

Thursday on Political Rewind: Host Bill Nigut continues our series of conversations with Georgia's thought leaders. He interviews former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin, Atlanta's first female mayor and the first Black woman to head a major Southern city. 0:00 - Introductions 2:00 - Former Mayor Shirley Franklin talks about her early life in Philadelphia 9:00 - Franklin talks about her desire to be a dancer 13:00 - Franklin talks about her undergrad experience at Howard University 17:00 - Franklin talks March on Washington, Andrew Young, and John Lewis' influences 28:00 - Franklin talks about winning the mayor's race 35:00 - Franklin talks about getting Atlanta out of a budget deficit 45:00 - Franklins reflects on Olympic controversy and celebration Friday on Political Rewind: Former columnist Jim Galloway joins the panel.

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Opponents of Atlanta's police training center filed a lawsuit against the city clerk after their referendum petition was denied twice, delaying a time-sensitive process. The Atlanta Advisory Board endorsed the referendum. And we discuss the latest on the Supreme Court's docket. The panel: Alan Abramowitz, professor emeritus of political science, Emory University Andra Gillespie, professor of political science and director, James Weldon John Institute for the Study of Race and Difference, Emory University, @AndraGillespie Charles Bullock, professor of political science University of Georgia, @AlanIAbramowitz Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 2:00 - The state election board signaled it wouldn't take over Fulton County's elections. 9:00 - A referendum to block the Atlanta police training center has been denied, delayed twice by the city clerk. 15:00 - A majority of Atlanta's neighborhood planning units support the referendum effort. 19:00 - The Supreme Court is expected to release several major opinions shortly, including a ruling on affirmative action and independent state legislature theory. 40:00 - Hunter Biden reached a plea deal on two tax charges and a gun charge. Thursday on Political Rewind: Former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin joins the show.

Tuesday on Political Rewind: This week marks one year since the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade, ending 50 years where women had a guaranteed right to choose an abortion. Plus, Brad Raffensperger challenges Donald Trump to a debate. But first, Bill Nigut speaks on the show's cancellation. The panel: Kendra King Momon, professor of political science and interim provost, Oglethorpe University State Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver (D) Decatur, @mmo_mary Patricia Murphy, political reporter and columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @MurphyAJC Tamar Hallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @TamarHallerman Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - Bill comments on the cancellation of Political Rewind 18:00 - It's been one year since the Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade. 41:00 - Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger challenged Donald Trump to a debate over 2020 election fraud. 46:00 - The latest on Fulton County DA Fani Willis' investigation into the 2020 election. 50:00 - The DNC is trying to tweak primary dates in Democratic strongholds. Wednesday on Political Rewind: Emory's Andra Gillespie joins the show.

Last Sunday, the musical Parade won the Tony for Best Revival of a Musical. Written by Atlanta native Alfred Uhry, Parade documents the 1915 lynching of Leo Frank. Host Bill Nigut welcomes Uhry, Rabbi Alvin Sugarman, and author Steve Oney to tell Frank's story. The panel Alfred Uhry, playwright and screenwriter, "Parade" Rabbi Alvin Sugarman, senior rabbi, The Temple Jim Galloway, @jimjournalist, former columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Steve Oney, @steveoneywriter, author, And the Dead Shall Rise 0:00 - Introduction 5:00 - Alfred Uhrey writes "Parade," a story about the lynching of Jewish man Leo Frank 13:00 - Steve Oney on the parallels of the Leo Frank lynching and antisemitism today 18:00 - Alfred talks writing "Parade" 20:00 - Steve Oney talks Leo Frank's sexual history 25:00 - Rabbi emeritus Alvin Sugerman talks Atlanta's current climate 33:00 - Alvin talks Leo Frank's wife Lucille Selig 38:00 - Steve Oney talks importance of lynching in history 41:00 - Jim Galloway on failed antisemitism bills in the legislative session 43:00 - The importance of the Shema The Political Rewind team will be off Monday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Tuesday on Political Rewind: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Greg Bluestein joins the panel.

Thursday on Political Rewind: Rene Alegria has given a voice to Hispanic writers and journalists throughout his career. He's now the CEO at MundoNow, one of the country's most widely-read bilingual and bicultural outlets. The panel Kevin Riley, @ajceditor, editor-at-large, The Atlanta Journal Constitution Rene Alegria, CEO, MundoNow 0:00 - Introductions 4:00 - Rene Alegria, CEO of MundoNow, talks about being on a certified media-owned platform 8:00 - Rene talks about growing up a second-generation Latino in Arizona 12:00 - Rene talks about working in New York in the 1990s 21:00 - Rene talks about the diversity within Latino 26:00 - Kevin Riley and Rene talk working together under the AJC 40:00 - Rene talks about working with former first lady Michelle Obama 43:00 - Rene talks about the political landscape for Latinos in Georgia 49:00 - Future for MundoNOW Friday on Political Rewind: Playwright Alfred Uhry joins the show.

Wednesday on Political Rewind: As Donald Trump made his first appearance in federal court, Gov. Brian Kemp told CBS News that he'd support the former president should he win the Republican primary. Plus, will the federal trial delay Fulton County DA Fani Willis' legal proceedings? The panel  Alan Abramowitz, professor emeritus of political science, Emory University, @AlanIAbramowitz Greg Bluestein, political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @bluestein Tamar Hallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @TamarHallerman Tammy Greer, political scientist Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:00 - Donald Trump pled 'not guilty' in a federal criminal case in Miami. 26:00 - Gov. Brian Kemp said he would support the Republican candidate for president, even if it's Donald Trump. 45:00 - After losing negotiations on the debt ceiling bill, the Freedom Caucus is holding up legislation in the U.S. House. Thursday on Political Rewind: AJC editor-at-large Kevin Riley joins the show.

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Donald Trump will be arraigned on federal criminal charges in Miami today. Our panel weighs in on the strength of the charges against the 2024 frontrunner. Plus, state Republicans suggest an outright ban on abortion and a return to paper ballots at their Columbus convention. The panel: Andra Gillespie, professor of political science and director, James Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference, @AndraGillespie Audrey Haynes, professor of political science, University of Georgia Charles Bullock, professor of political science, UGA Fred Smith, professor of law, Emory University, @fredosmithjr Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 2:00 - Donald Trump will be arraigned on federal criminal charges in Miami today. 27:00 - Voters think Trump should face charges, but also think the prosecution is politically motivated. 38:00 - Trump remains the Republican frontrunner for 2024. 43:00 - The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Alabama must redraw distric maps that disenfranchise Black voters. 50:00 - The court will rule on affirmative action in college admissions. Wednesday on Political Rewind: The AJC's Greg Bluestein joins the panel.

Monday on Political Rewind: The state GOP convention, headlined by Donald Trump and Kari Lake, saw massive support for the far-right wing of the state Republican Party. But while a plurality of voters think the former president should be prosecuted, another plurality sees the charges against him as politically motivated. The panel Anthony Michael Kreis, @AnthonyMKreis, professor of law, Georgia State University State Rep. Chuck Efstration (R), @ChuckEfstration, House Majority Leader, Auburn Patricia Murphy, @MurphyAJC, political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution State Sen. Sonya Halpern (D), @SonyaHalpern_, Atlanta Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 4:00 - Trump headlined the state GOP convention in Columbus. 20:00 - State Republicans elect a new chair. 26:00 - Failed Arizona gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake implies GOP will defend Trump with force. 38:00 - The Supreme Court hands down a 5-4 decision on discriminatory congressional maps in Alabama. 48:00 - The court will hand down a ruling on affirmative action soon. Tuesday on Political Rewind: The University of Georgia's Dr. Charles Bullock joins the panel

Friday on Political Rewind: In this pre-recorded conversation, we discuss the outpouring of support for former first lady Rosalynn Carter as her family announced her dementia diagnosis. This news comes as she spent decades fighting to erase mental health stigma and find support for caregivers. We talk to executives at the Carter Center and the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers about her legacy. The panel: Ellen Eldridge, Senior health reporter, GPB, @EllenEldridge27 Dr. Jennifer Olsen, CEO Rosalynn Carter Institute of Caregivers, @JenOlsen_DrPH Paige Alexander, CEO The Carter Center, @P_AlexanderCEO Timestamps :00- Introductions 3:00- President Carter's Health 6:00- Mrs. Carter's experience caregiving at a young age for her father 13:00- Stigma of mental health/caregiving 17:00- Ellen Eldridge on Carter Center fellowship 23:00- The focus at the Rosalynn Carter Institue 26:00- The Carter Center works to get more policies in schools surrounding behavioral health 29:00- Caregiving for military families and veterans 34:00- What is a dementia diagnosis? 44:00- Rosalynn Carter's own words on her legacy 49:00- Bill Nigut shares a personal story about the last time he saw the Carters Monday on Political Rewind: The AJC's Patricia Murphy joins us as former President Donald Trump says he has been indicted by DOJ special counsel.

Thursday on Political Rewind: Opponents of the planned Atlanta police training center launched a referendum campaign. But first, what to expect from the Georgia GOP convention. The panel: Chuck Williams, reporter WRBL-TV Columbus, @chuckwilliams Donna Lowry, host of Lawmakers & GPB News reporter, @donnalowrynews Kevin Riley, editor at large,The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @ajceditor Rahul Bali, politics reporter WABE, @rahulbali Timestamps: 0:00 - Introductions 3:00 - Trump says ‘No one has told me I'm being indicted,' as aide testifies to Florida grand jury 7:00 - WRBL's Columbus-based Chuck Williams speaks on what to expect from the state GOP convention 16:00 - Mike Pence openly attacks Donald Trump 28:00 - City Council approves funding on planned Atlanta police training center, sparking referendum campaign from protestors. Homeland Security clarifies violent extremist label 44:00 - Gun store owner closes shop after seeing child's active shooter drill Friday on Political Rewind: Carter Center CEO Paige Alexander, The Rosalynn Carter Institute of Caregivers CEO Dr. Jennifer Olsen, and GPB's Ellen Eldridge dive into Rosalynn Carter's legacy.

Wednesday on Political Rewind: The Georgia GOP convention is just days away, and some far-right Republicans want to introduce a measure to block mainstream candidates. Plus, before approving the police training center, the Atlanta City Council added an amendment, but opponents say it's insufficient and are launching a referendum campaign to stop the project. The panel: Eric Tanenblatt, Republican insider, @ericjtanenblatt Greg Bluestein, political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @bluestein Kendra King Momon, professor of political science and interim provost, Oglethorpe University, Melita Easters, founder and executive director, Georgia WIN List, @melitaeasters 0:00- Chris Licht out as CEO at CNN 4:00- Protestors of planned Atlanta police training center seek a referendum 19:00- Far-right GOP leaders want to stop moderate Republicans from running for office 26:00- Former VP Mike Pence announces run for president. 39:00- Atlanta conference discusses reparations. Thursday on Political Rewind: WRBL's Chuck Williams joins the panel from Columbus.

Tuesday on Political Rewind: After 14 hours of scathing public comment, the Atlanta City Council approved funding for the controversial police training center. Meanwhile, controversy over drag shows hits Hartwell County. And then there's the latest on Fulton County's 2020 election probe. The panel Tamar Hallerman, @TamarHallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peter Biello, @PeterBiello, host, All Things Considered, GPB News Bernard Fraga, @blfraga, professor of political science, Emory University Jim Galloway, @JimJournalist, former political columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps: 0:00 - Introductions 4:00 - GPB's Peter Biello speaks on the outpour of public comment ahead of the yes vote on the planned Atlanta Police training center 25:00 - Update on Georgia election probe 37:00 - Chris Christie to jump in the race 47:00 - Human Rights Campaign releases statement about LGBTQ communities Wednesday on Political Rewind: The Atlanta Journal Constitution's Greg Bluestein joins the panel.

Monday on Political Rewind: Donald Trump will headline the state GOP convention this weekend in Columbus. Governor Kemp will not attend, and he's now going after Trump publicly. The Atlanta City Council will vote on funding for the controversial police training center, with large protests expected. The panel: Edward Lindsey, member, State election board & former Atlanta state representative, @edlindsey14 Sen. Kim Jackson, (D) Stone Mountain, @KimforGeorgia Patricia Murphy, Political reporter & columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @MurphyAJC Shannon McCaffrey, Political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @shannonajc1 Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - The state GOP convention in Columbus will feature Trump-affiliated Republicans. 14:00 - On David Shafer, the controversial Republican party chair. 27:00 - Georgia beat records for voter turnout in the South in the 2022 election. 28:00 - Gov. Brian Kemp chastized Donald Trump in a rare public critique of the former president. 36:00 - The Atlanta City Council will vote today on funding for the planned Atlanta police training center. 46:00 - Three fundraising organizers were arrested by state police, charged with financial crimes. A judge granted them bail, questioning evidence. 50:00 - Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene faces blowback from the far-right. Tuesday on Political Rewind: GPB's Peter Biello joins the show.

Friday on Political Rewind: After months of wrangling, Congress has officially sent a debt ceiling bill to the president's desk. More Republican hopefuls are throwing their name in for 2024. Mike Pence, Chris Christie, and North Dakota Gov. Doug Bergum will announce in the coming days. The panel Andra Gillespie, @AndraGillespie, professor of political science, Emory University Alan Abramowitz, @AlanIAbramowitz, professor emeritus of political science, Emory University Charles Bullock, professor of political science, University of Georgia Jim Galloway, @JimJournalist, former political columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 4:00 - New jobs report 6:00 - Update on Georgia's election interference probe 9:00 - Debt ceiling deal headed to President Biden's desk 31:00 - Republican GOP field widens in presidential race 43:00 - Where does the Georgia Republican Party stand? Monday on Political Rewind: The AJC's Patricia Murphy joins the show.

Thursday on Political Rewind: The House sent a debt ceiling bill to the Senate, though four of Georgia's representatives voted against it. Meanwhile, the GBI and APD arrested three protestors who were raising bail funds for anti-“Cop City” activists. And election denier Kari Lake headlines Georgia's GOP convention.  The Panel: Chauncey Alcorn, @CLamonstLives, state and local politics reporter, Capital B Atlanta Kevin Riley, @ajceditor, editor-at-large, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Margaret Coker, @mideastmargaret, editor, The Current Dr. Tammy Greer, political scientist Timestamps: 0:00 - Introductions 6:00 - Debt ceiling deal moves forward to Senate 24:00 - More arrests surround the planned Atlanta Police Training Center 39:00 - Far-right Republicans are expected at Georgia's GOP convention next week 44:00 - Far-right boycotts of Pride Month, DEI 49:00 - New state marker honors Mamie George S. Williams Friday on Political Rewind: Former columnist Jim Galloway joins the panel.

Wednesday on Political Rewind: The U.S. House plans to vote tonight on a debt ceiling deal. Far-right Republicans could complicate the math of the agreement. Plus, Mike Pence cancels on Georgia's GOP convention. But first, an outpouring of support for former First Lady Rosalynn Carter after her family reveals her dementia diagnosis. The panel Greg Bluestein, political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @bluestein Karen Owen, political science professor and dean, University of West Georgia, @ProfKarenOwen Tanya Washington, professor of law Georgia State University, @AskProfW Tia Mitchell, Washington reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @ajconwashington Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - The Carter Center announced Rosalynn Carter was diagnosed with dementia. 10:00 - Several far-right Republicans could stop a debt ceiling deal. 27:00 - The Supreme Court will release its opinion on an affirmative action case. 30:00 - Greg Bluestein reveals former Vice President Mike Pence has dropped out of attending the Georgia GOP convention. 45:00 - Greg Bluestein recaps traveling with Gov. Brian Kemp to Israel. Thursday on Political Rewind: AJC Editor-at-large Kevin Riley joins the show.

Tuesday on Political Rewind: A debt ceiling deal will face its first major test in the U.S. House today. And as Pride Month begins this week, more than 50 bills restricting LGBTQ+ rights were passed around this country this year alone. Plus, crucial Supreme Court rulings to watch as its current term ends. The panel Anthony Michael Kreis, professor of law, Georgia State University, @AnthonyMKreis Fred Smith, professor of constitutional law, Emory University, @fredosmithjr Jeff Graham, executive director, Georgia Equality, @JeffGrahamAtl Tamar Hallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @TamarHallerman Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 4:00 - A debt ceiling compromise goes to the U.S. House. 23:00 - With Pride Month days away, dozens of bills restricting LGBTQ+ rights have passed in the last year. 42:00 - What to watch for at the Supreme Court. Wednesday on Political Rewind: The AJC's Greg Bluestein joins the panel.

Friday on Political Rewind: The GOP field grows as Tim Scott and Ron DeSantis announce their campaigns for the White House. Meanwhile, President Biden leads in a new CNN poll, but his approval numbers continue to drop. And the Supreme Court strikes a blow to the EPA with its ruling on the Clean Water Act. The panel: Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham, East Point, @DeanaIngraham Jim Galloway, former political columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @JimJournalist Leo Smith, GOP political consultant & founder of Engaged Futures, @leosmithtweets Meg Kinnard, national politics reporter, Associated Press, @MegKinnardAP Timestamps: :00- Introductions 4:00- East Point Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham gives an update on her city 7:00- South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott (R) launches his bid for president 21:00- Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) launches his bids for president 36:00- President Biden wins in polls for re-election but his job approval rating has slumped 45:00- The Supreme Court has narrowed the scope of the Clean Water Act Monday on Political Rewind: The Political Rewind team plans to observe Memorial Day. We'll be back live on the air Tuesday. You can catch up on episodes of Political Rewind at gpb.org.

Thursday on Political Rewind: Host Bill Nigut welcomes Emory's Paul Root Wolpe to the panel. They'll discuss concerns about AI releasing deep fakes, misinformation, and lies during the 2024 election cycle. The panelist Paul Root Wolpe, Director Center for Ethics, Emory University Timestamps :00- Introductions 3:00- Differences between Chat GPT and Artificial Intelligence (AI) 6:00- How could Chat GPT derail campaigns in 2024? 13:00- Deep fake picture of an explosion at the Pentagon 15:00- big concerns that people have about AI 24:00- In Italy the ChatbotGPT is encouraging people to commit crimes 35:00- How do we handle privacy in an age of information? 38:00- How does AI affect the job market? 40:00- Paul Wolpe talks about the ethics of anti-aging and cryogenics 48:00- De-extinction technology Friday on Political Rewind: East Point Mayor Deana Holiday Ingraham joins the panel.

Wednesday on Political Rewind: We turn inward and look at how journalists can cover the 2024 elections responsibly. We also talk about Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' plan to announce his presidential run with Twitter's CEO Elon Musk. The panel Heather Hendershot, author, professor of media studies MIT, @ProfHendershot Kevin Riley, editor at large, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @ajceditor Matt Brown, democracy reporter, The Washington Post, @mrbrownsir Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 2:00 - How should the media cover politics in a post-Trump era? 13:00 - Breaking down what went wrong with CNN's town hall with Trump. 28:00 - America's history of distrust in the media. 33:00 - The debate around 'objective' reporting. 38:00 - Reporting on MTG and "Cop City." 46:00- Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis plans to announce presidential run with Twitter CEO Elon Musk Thursday on Political Rewind: Emory's Paul Wolpe joins us to talk about AI.

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Gov. Brian Kemp's trip to Israel is drawing international attention to a bill to fight antisemitism that failed under the Gold Dome. Meanwhile, a report notes that gerrymandering has left Georgia without a single competitive district. And who will voters blame if the U.S. debt defaults?  The panel: Alan Abramowitz, professor emeritus of political science, Emory University, @AlanIAbramowitz Andra Gillespie, professor of political science and director, James Weldon Johnson Institute for the Study of Race and Difference, Emory University, @AndraGillespie Tamar Hallerman, senior reporter, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @TamarHallerman Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 2:00 - Fulton DA Fani Willis hints an August release for indictments. 12:00 - Kemp's trip to Israel has garnered international attention over a failed bill addressing antisemitism. 22:00 - A report finds Georgia has zero competitive congressional districts. 36:00 - Tim Scott announced his bid for the Republican ticket in 2024. 48:00 - Opinion: Voters don't want Trump or Biden in '24 — Abramowitz Wednesday on Political Rewind: The Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Heather Hendershot joins the panel for a look inward, as we examine how the media prepares to cover this next election cycle.

Monday on Political Rewind: Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger and former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms got featured on a list of 500 Americans barred from Russia. During a tour of Israel, Gov. Brian Kemp met with Prime Minister Netanyahu, who asked about a state bill codifying antisemitism.  The panel Patricia Murphy, @MurphyAJC, political reporter and columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Tia Mitchell, @ajconwashington, Washington reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution King Williams, @IAmKingWilliams, documentary filmmaker Rick Dent, vice president, Matrix Communications Timestamps: 0:00 - Introductions  4:00 - Russian President Vladimir Putin bans some prominent Georgians, including Brad Raffensperger and Keisha Lance Bottoms  10:00 - Gov. Brian Kemp's visit to Isreal 27:00 - Debt ceiling talks  44:00 - Budget woes continue after Kemp tells agencies to disregard some spending. 48:00 - Tim Scott primed for a presidential run Tuesday on Political Rewind: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Tamar Hallerman joins the panel.

Friday on Political Rewind: Donald Trump's presence at the state GOP convention highlights the rift between Gov. Brian Kemp's supporters and MAGA Republicans. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene launched a campaign to impeach President Biden and other administration officials. Also: the latest on "Cop City" protests. The panel Jim Galloway, @JimJournalist, former political columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Michael Thurmond, CEO, DeKalb County Sam Olens, @samolens, former Georgia attorney general Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions  2:00 - An update on where things stand with the Atlanta police training center 17:00 - Donald Trump plans on coming to Georgia GOP convention; Kemp and others in his administration will skip it 28:00 - New York Times reports Fani Willis is signaling an August timeline in election probe 31:00 - Marjorie Taylor Greene files impeachment charges against President Biden 41:00 - Fulton County election board update 47:00 - Warnock testifies on tracking gun violence Monday on Political Rewind: The Atlanta Journal Constitution's Patricia Murphy joins the panel.

Thursday on Political Rewind: President Biden is facing off with a GOP-held House over a looming debt ceiling default. Donald Trump will also appear at Georgia's Republican convention, but Gov. Brian Kemp will not. The panel: Audrey Haynes, professor of political science,University of Georgia Charles Bullock, professor of political science, UGA Kevin Riley, editor-at-large, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @ajceditor Tammy Greer, professor of political science Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - President Biden looks to avoid a debt ceiling default. 18:00 - The politics around the 'debt ceiling'. 28:00 - Republicans pass a doomed House bill to eliminate debt relief, COVID relief, clean energy tax breaks, and add work requirements on federal aid. 41:00 - Donald Trump will speak at the state Republican convention, which Brian Kemp already said he'd skip. Friday on Political Rewind: Dekalb County CEO Mike Thurmond joins the show along with Sam Olens.

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Since winning a second term, Gov. Brian Kemp has started to expand his political network beyond Georgia, but it's unclear what he might do with that infrastructure. Host Bill Nigut and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Greg Bluestein ask Kemp's senior adviser Cody Hall about what is next in 2024. The panel: Cody Hall, senior adviser to Gov. Brian Kemp, @CodyHallGA Greg Bluestein, political reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @bluestein Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 2:00 - Interviewing Cody Hall on the governor's future beyond Georgia. 24:00 - Polls look ahead to the 2024 presidential election. 40:00 - Looking at elections nationwide. 44:00 - Lt. Gov. Burt Jones eyes the governor's office. Thursday on Political Rewind: UGA's Chuck Bullock joins the panel.

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Title 42, a pandemic-era restriction on migration, came to an end last week. Politicians on both sides have been waiting to see how immigration would change. We break down the results with an expert. Meanwhile, hundreds of thousands of Georgians could lose Medicaid benefits. #gapol The panel: Charles Kuck, immigration attorney, @ckuck Chuck Williams, reporter WRBL-TV Columbus, @chuckwilliams Kendra King Momon, political science professor, Oglethorpe University Tamar Hallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @TamarHallerman Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 3:00 - Trump lawyers attempt to upend Fulton County investigation. 8:00 - Title 42 came to an end last week. How has migration changed? 30:00 - How do immigrants contribute to American workforces? 39:00 - Georgia could remove hundreds of thousands from Medicaid coverage. 46:00 - Fort Benning is now Fort Moore, named for both a decorated Vietnam War commander and his wife. Wednesday on Political Rewind: Cody Hall, senior advisor to Gov. Brian Kemp, joins the show.

Monday on Political Rewind: Gov. Brian Kemp instructs state agencies to "disregard" several budget items, targeting mental health care and free school lunches. Plus, an investigation finds Herschel Walker solicited campaign donations made out to his company. And we unpack Donald Trump's infamous CNN town hall.  The panel Leo Smith, @leosmithtweets, president, Engaged Futures Patricia Murphy, @MurphyAJC, political reporter and columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution State Rep. Mary Margaret Oliver (D), @mmo_mary, Decatur Rahul Bali, @rahulbali, politics reporter, WABE Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 4:30 - Kemp tells state agencies to ignore money in the budget 26:00 - Kemp changes language on 2024 run 31:00 - VP Harris makes third visit to Atlanta this year 42:00 - Herschel Walker's campaign finance issues 46:00 - Trump makes an appearance on CNN town hall Tuesday on Political Rewind: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Tamar Hallerman joins the panel.

Thursday on Political Rewind: Host Bill Nigut turns our pre-recorded panel to focus in on gun violence and how we can protect kids in schools. The panel: Kevin Riley, editor at large, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @ajceditor Dr. Mark Rosenberg, Former CDC employee, National Center for Injury Prevention and Control Maureen Downey, education columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @AJCGetSchooled Rep. Michelle Au (D) Johns Creek, @AuforGA Timestamps :00- Introductions 7:00- Maureen Downey talks about school shootings 18:00- How Georgia lawmakers have framed gun violence 31:00- How can data study have an influence on what we do with guns 41:00- Atlanta's closing trauma centers 50:00- Closing remarks Friday on Political Rewind: Bill Nigut talks to thought leader Soumaya Khalifa.

Wednesday on Political Rewind: A jury finds former President Trump liable of sexual abuse and libel in a civil case. The pandemic-era rule Title 42 will expire tomorrow, affecting immigration. And the Georgia Bulldogs punt their chance to go to the White House, declining an invite from President Biden. The panel: Andra Gillespie, professor, Emory University, @AndraGillespie Chauncey Alcorn, politics reporter, Capital B, @CLamontLives Greg Bluestein, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @bluestein Matt Brown, democracy reporter, The Washington Post, @mrbrownsir Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 1:00 - Donald Trump found guilty of libel, sexual battery in New York. How will it impact his political support? 17:00 - Georgia Democrats look to hold a special session on gun violence. 26:00 - The Biden administration looks to avoid defaulting on the debt ceiling. 28:00 - The Biden administration is preparing for the end of Title 42. 40:00 - The Georgia Bulldogs will not be visiting the White House. 42:00 - State tax revenues are down 16% from last April. Thursday on Political Rewind: Bill Nigut is in conversation with thought leaders on gun violence and school safety. *Note- this conversation took place before the mass shooting in Midtown Atlanta last week.

Tuesday on Political Rewind: At least eight fake electors have immunity in Georgia's election probe. We'll discuss where Fani Willis' investigation goes from here. Meanwhile, President Biden is meeting with leaders over the debt ceiling. Plus, how the writers' strike is affecting Georgia's film industry. The panel: King Williams, documentarian and journalist, The Atlanta Way, @IamKingWilliams Margaret Coker, editor-in-chief, The Current, @mideastmargaret Shaunya Chavis-Rucker, divisional head, Fulton Films Office at Fulton County Government, @Shaunya_Chavis Tamar Hallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @TamarHallerman Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 3:00 - Eight fake Republican electors have taken immunity deals in Fulton probe. 11:00 - Gov. Brian Kemp signed a district attorney oversight bill. 16:00 - Looking at vetoed bills on scholarships, job training. 20:00 - State Dems call for a special session to address gun violence. 22:00 - The Biden administration looks to avoid a debt ceiling crisis. 29:00 - The head of the CDC has put in her resignation. 33:00 - Breaking down the stateside impact of the writer's strike. Wednesday on Political Rewind: We welcome the AJC's Greg Bluestein to the panel.

Monday on Political Rewind: Lawmakers and citizens fear not much will change after last week's Midtown shooting. Meanwhile, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens proposes the largest budget in the city's history. And Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger sets a date for Georgia's primary.  The panel: Adrienne Jones, pre-law professor, Morehouse College, @adriennemjns Emma Hurt, reporter, Axios, @Emma_Hurt Patricia Murphy, columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, @MurphyAJC Stephen Fowler, politics reporter, GPB, @stphnfwlr Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 2:00 - Mass shootings last week in Georgia. 25:00 - Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens is proposing the largest budget in city history. 28:00 - Gov. Brian Kemp signed a new state budget into law. 32:00 - Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger announced the 2024 presidential primary, set for later than national Democrats would have liked. 42:00 - Political advertising created by AI? Tuesday on Political Rewind: The AJC's Tamar Hallerman joins the panel.

Thursday on Political Rewind: Host Bill Nigut speaks to Reverend Doctor Joanna Adams, former Presbyterian pastor and faith leader, on God and prayer as a part of our conversations with Georgia's thought leaders. The panel Reverend Doctor Joanna Adams, former Presbyterian pastor and cofounder, Higher Faith Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 3:00 - Rev. Adams' story of faith 12:00 - On finding salvation 18:00 - On activism and civil rights 27:00 - On unconditional love and caring for those hurting 38:00 - On 'knowing what time it is' Friday on Political Rewind: In conversation with author Heather Hendershot.

Wednesday on Political Rewind: Artificial intelligence like ChatGPT is already changing aspects of our daily lives, but what will our future with this technology look like? Host Bill Nigut welcomes Georgia Tech's Mark Riedl and Brian Magerko to explain. The panel Brian Magerko, Professor of Digital Media, Director of Graduate Studies in Digital Media, Head, Expressive Machinery Lab Mark Riedl, Professor, School of Interactive Computing, Associate Director, Georgia Tech Machine Learning Center Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 3:00 - What is a chatbot? 15:00 - How do developers ethically develop AI? 30:00 - How much do AI understand? 40:00 - How do chatbots create art? 45:00 - What's the future for AI? Thursday on Political Rewind: In conversation with the Rev. Dr. Joanna Adams.

Friday on Political Rewind: Host Bill Nigut sits down with author Heather Hendershot to discuss her book When the News Broke. Hendershot is a professor of film and media at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Her books include What's Fair on the Air? Cold War Right-Wing Broadcasting and the Public Interest and Open to Debate: How William F. Buckley Put Liberal America on the Firing Line. Panelist: Heather Hendershot, professor, MIT, @ProfHendershot Timestamps: :00- Introductions 3:00- What was Chicago like in 1968 6:00- How the media was deemed liberal 15:00- Then Mayor Daley calls for National Guard 24:00- Journalists attacked 26:00- Julian Bond's role in DNC 35:00- Global unrest in 1968 39:00- The term fake news 44:00- Walter Cronkite interview with Mayor Daley Monday on Political Rewind: AJC columnist Patricia Murphy joins the panel.

Tuesday on Political Rewind: Lawyers for the former chair of the Coffee County GOP filed a motion claiming the Fulton County investigation violated her rights. Plus, Atlanta Democrats want the DOJ to investigate the death of Manuel Teran.  The panel: Amy Steigerwalt, professor of political science, @DrSteigerwalt, Georgia State University Jim Galloway, former political columnist, @JimJournalist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Tamar Hallerman, senior reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Tammy Greer, professor of political science, @TamarHallerman, Clark Atlanta University Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 3:00 - Lawyers for the former chair of the Coffee County GOP filed a motion against the Fulton County investigation. 15:00 - Polling shows mixed support between Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump. 25:00 - A Georgia K-12 panel could eliminate words like 'diverse' from training. 43:00 - Six Atlanta Democratic legislators asked the DOJ to investigate the shooting death of Manuel Teran. 48:00 - The North Carolina Supreme Court overturns a previous ruling by the same court on gerrymandered districts. Wednesday on Political Rewind: Bill Nigut chats with experts from Georgia Tech about AI and ChatGPT.

Monday on Political Rewind: GOP-controlled legislatures in Nebraska and South Carolina rejected strict abortion bills, a potential sign that Republicans are concerned their candidates will pay a price in 2024. Meanwhile, a bipartisan super PAC is airing commercials blasting far-right politicians, including MTG. The panel Jen Jordan, @attorney_jen, former state senator Leo Smith, @leosmithtweets, founder and CEO, Engaged Futures Patricia Murphy, @MurphyAJC, political reporter and columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Rahul Bali, @rahulbali, politics reporter, WABE Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 5:00 - A shooting in a Texas home left five people dead. 21:00 - Republican-led South Carolina and Nebraska block strict abortion bills. 35:00 - A bipartisan PAC is targeting far-right candidates. 44:00 - Joe Biden addressed the press at the White House Correspondent's Dinner. 50:00 - A rundown of the task force on the planned Atlanta police training center. Tuesday on Political Rewind: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Tamar Hallerman joins the panel.