Podcasts about Fair Fight Action

The American Democracy Minute Radio Report & Podcast for Oct. 30, 2024Updates on Pennsylvania, Nevada and Georgia Voting Rights Appeals and Decisions Just Days Before the ElectionWe have updates for three consequential voting rights cases we've been following in Pennsylvania, Nevada and Georgia, just a week before the November 2024 election. To view the whole script of today's report, please go to our website.Today's LinksArticles & Resources:Pennsylvania Spotlight/AP - Republicans ask U.S. Supreme Court to block counting of some provisional ballots in Pa.U.S. Supreme Court - Republican National Committee, et al., Applicants v. Faith Genser, et al.ScotusBlog - Republicans ask Supreme Court to block decision to count Pennsylvania provisional ballotsNevada Independent - Nevada Supreme Court rules non-postmarked ballots can be counted within 3 days of electionGeorgia Recorder - Georgia Supreme Court delays ruling on controversial election board rules until after Nov. 5Groups Taking Action:ACLU PA,  PA Conference of the NAACP, Fair Fight Action, ACLU GA,  Common Cause GA, Nevada Alliance for Retired AmericansCheck Your Voter Registration: U.S. Election Assistance Commission – Register And Vote in Your State Vote.Gov – Register to Vote in Your State Vote.Org – Check Your Registration to Vote Please follow us on Facebook and SHARE!  Find all of our reports at AmericanDemocracyMinute.orgWant ADM sent to your email?  Sign up here!Are you a radio station?  Find our broadcast files at Pacifica Radio Network's Audioport and PRX#Democracy  #DemocracyNews #ProtectElections #ProtectPollWorkers#Democracy  #DemocracyNews #VotingRights #MailInBallots #Pennsylvania #Georgia #Nevada

BigTentUSA, in partnership with Comics for Kamala, Fair Fight Action, Vote Forward, and Sister District hosted a virtual Pep Rally of laughs and action. This high-energy event featured a stellar lineup of speakers, including comedian George Wallace, Fair Fight's Executive Director Lauren Groh-Wargo and Congressman Eric Swalwell (CA-D). We all came together to discuss why getting out the vote (GOTV) is crucial for electing a pro democracy candidate for President.YOUTUBE RECORDING HEREPhone Bank with Sister District HEREVoter Protection with Fair Fight HEREAnd then Go… This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bigtentnews.substack.com

The 2024 presidential election is fast approaching and there are still ongoing concerns about fair elections and voter rights. Lauren Groh-Wargo, the CEO of the national voting rights organization Fair Fight Action, talks with Rose about these issues and her organization's effort to prevent the fallout Georgia saw after the 2020 Election. Plus, we air WABE education reporter Juma Sei's feature that explores how Black Atlantans are feeling about the 2024 presidential race. Lastly, Susie King Taylor is noted as the first African American woman to openly teach Black children in the State of Georgia in the Civil War era. Patt "Sistah Patt" Gilliard Gunn is a master storyteller and founder of the Savannah-based Susie King Taylor Center for Jubilee. She talks with Rose about the mission of the center, Taylor's legacy and the work being done to preserve it, including the renaming of a historic city square in downtown Savannah.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

American history is a story about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Stacey Abrams discusses why Americans should embrace and defend DEI as democratic values. She explains how DEI benefits all Americans, expanding participation in our democracy and access to the American dream. Stacey Abrams is a political leader, lawyer, voting rights activist, and bestselling author. Abrams served in the Georgia House of Representatives for over a decade and as the Minority Leader from 2011-2017. As Georgia's Democratic nominee for governor in 2018, she became the first Black woman to win a major party's gubernatorial nomination. She is the inaugural Ronald W. Walters Endowed Chair for Race and Black Politics at Howard University and CEO of Sage Works Productions. Abrams has launched several organizations to protect and advance democracy, including Fair Fight Action, the Southern Economic Advancement Project, and most recently, American Pride Rises.

This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: In a world where lies travel at the speed of light, truth struggles to keep up. From AI-generated deep fakes to lightning-fast social media rumors, disinformation is reshaping our reality. In the wake of Donald Trump's shooting, falsehoods flooded our feeds faster than facts. The problem of disinformation, the deliberate spread of false or misleading information, isn't new, but the stakes are high in this critical election year. In this monthly installment of “Meet the BIPOC Press”, we ask: Who are the targets of disinformation in the run up to the 2024 election and why? Joining Laura are Tamoa Calzadilla, the editor and chief of Factchequeado, a collaborative initiative to combat mis- and disinformation targeting Latino and Spanish-speaking communities. Esosa Osa is the founder of Onyx Impact and the former Deputy Executive Director of Fair Fight Action, the voting rights organization founded by Stacey Abrams. Esosa has just released the first report of its kind looking at disinformation specifically in Black online spaces. Kadia Tubman is a disinformation correspondent for Scripps News, a national broadcast news channel based in Atlanta. What is media and government's role in halting the spread of disinformation? Our guests share what concerned citizens can do right now to protect fact-based reporting.Guests:•. Tamoa Calzadilla: Editor in Chief, Factchequeado•. Kadia Tubman: Journalist, Disinformation Correspondent•. Esosa Osa: Founder & CEO, Onyx Impact Full Episode Notes are located HERE.  They include related episodes, articles, and more.Music In the Middle:  “Jock-A-Mo” by Cha Wa with Single Lock Records, part of New Orleans' Muscle Shoals.  And additional music included- "Steppin"  by Podington Bear. Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, Sabrina Artel, David Neuman, Nat Needham, Rory O'Conner, Janet Hernandez, Sarah Miller, Jeannie Hopper, Nady Pina, Miracle Gatling, and Jordan Flaherty FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LFAndFriendsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

While our weekly shows are edited to time for broadcast on Public TV and community radio, we offer to our members and *podcast subscribers the full uncut conversation.  The following is from our monthly meet the biopic press series.  In this episode titled “Democracy Under Siege:  Battling Disinformation in the 2024 Election,” Laura Flanders and Friends assembled a panel of journalists to discuss who are the targets of disinformation and why.    These audio exclusives are made possible thanks to our member supporters.  Become a member at https://LauraFlanders.org/donate*Half hour Abridged broadcast version to post July 31st, 2024Description:In a world where lies travel at the speed of light, truth struggles to keep up. From AI-generated deep fakes to lightning-fast social media rumors, disinformation is reshaping our reality. In the wake of Donald Trump's shooting, falsehoods flooded our feeds faster than facts. The problem of disinformation, the deliberate spread of false or misleading information, isn't new, but the stakes are high in this critical election year. In this monthly installment of “Meet the BIPOC Press”, we ask: Who are the targets of disinformation in the run up to the 2024 election and why? Joining Laura are Tamoa Calzadilla, the editor and chief of Factchequeado, a collaborative initiative to combat mis- and disinformation targeting Latino and Spanish-speaking communities. Esosa Osa is the founder of Onyx Impact and the former Deputy Executive Director of Fair Fight Action, the voting rights organization founded by Stacey Abrams. Esosa has just released the first report of its kind looking at disinformation specifically in Black online spaces. Kadia Tubman is a disinformation correspondent for Scripps News, a national broadcast news channel based in Atlanta. What is media and government's role in halting the spread of disinformation? Our guests share what concerned citizens can do right now to protect fact-based reporting.Guests:•. Tamoa Calzadilla: Editor in Chief, Factchequeado•. Kadia Tubman: Journalist, Disinformation Correspondent•. Esosa Osa: Founder & CEO, Onyx Impact Full Episode Notes will be posted by Sunday, July 31st, 2024 on Patreon.com/LauraFlandersandFriends. They include related episodes, articles, and more. Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, Sabrina Artel, David Neuman, Nat Needham, Rory O'Conner, Janet Hernandez, Sarah Miller, Jeannie Hopper, Nady Pina, Miracle Gatling, and Jordan Flaherty FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LFAndFriendsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

Speaker of the Georgia House Jon Burns has announced he'll support legislation protecting in vitro fertilization in Georgia. On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Patricia Murphy discuss the speaker's announcement and how a similar measure was blocked by Republicans in the U.S. Senate. But first, Lauren Groh-Wargo, CEO of Fair Fight Action, the voting rights and grassroots activist organization founded by Stacey Abrams joins the podcast to discuss a new initiative designed to recruit Georgians to - in their words - “empower everyday Americans to support voters and protect our democratic process from election deniers and conspiracy theorists trying to tear our country apart.” Groh-Wargo told the podcast that Fair Fight will also work to build a grassroots army of volunteers to turn out voters for Joe Biden. Plus, Patricia reports on the controversy roiling around Georgia House minority leader James Beverly, who has been accused by a staff member of sexual harassment. Then, as we do every Friday, Bill and Patricia answer listener questions from the Politically Georgia Mailbag and give you their winners and losers of the week during Who's Up and Who's Down. Have a question for the show? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.  Links to today's topics Georgia house speaker vows legislation to protect access to IVF treatments Supreme Court preserves access to abortion pill Female house Democrats incensed over accusations of sexual harassment against minority leader    Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”    Credits Executive Producer- Shane Backler Producer- Natalie Mendenhall Engineer- Matt McWilliams Editor- Devan Kortan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Larry David ended his twelve season run playing himself on Curb Your Enthusiasm, he chose to highlight a provision of SB 202 passed in 2021.The first “election integrity law” in the wake of the 2020 election. This legislation effectively bars third-party groups or anyone else who is not an election worker from providing food and water to voters waiting in line within a 150-foot radius of a polling place. Larry David succinctly summarizes why he chose to hone in on SB202, “This law is insane.” While it makes for very funny television, it is far from funny for the citizens of Georgia.See Video RecordingABOUT THE SPEAKERLauren Groh-Wargo is a top political, democracy and civic engagement strategist, executive, and fighter for economic justice. In 2012, Lauren began a partnership with Stacey Abrams to chart and then execute a ten-year plan to build power and policy wins for Georgia through supporting existing and building new civic engagement infrastructure. Spurred by wide scale voter suppression during the 2018 election, Lauren founded and is the CEO of Fair Fight Action, which focuses on fighting voter suppression and advancing voting rights. Fair Fight Action brings the full force of strategic campaign tactics and culturally relevant engagement and voter education to those most targeted by suppression and disinformation.  Fair Fight played a leading national and battleground state role in the 2020 election and in the 2021 Georgia runoff.Lauren started her career by organizing tenants to improve living conditions in Brooklyn, New York. An organizer at heart, Lauren has led or advised campaigns, nonprofit organizations, donors and leaders over the past 22 years in states in every region and at the national level. Raised near Cleveland, Ohio, she holds a degree in Economics from American University. Lauren resides in Atlanta, Georgia with her partner and nine-year-old son.See Fair Fight's Mass Purges Flow Chart HERELearn more about Fair Fight HERE

Esosa Osa, the founder and CEO of Onyx Impact, an organization that fights the harmful information ecosystems that target Black communities, discusses how misinformation and disinformation campaigns target the Black community and voters. Osa served as the Senior Advisor to Stacey Abrams' gubernatorial campaign, and is the former deputy direction of Fair Fight Action — roles which helped hone her skills in spotting and combatting disinformation campaigns which targeted Black voters. She also explains the role of social media platforms, like TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter, play in helping to proliferate harmful disinformation, as well as, the role of foreign-influence campaigns, like the Russian tactics employed during the 2016 election cycle. Lastly, we discuss the role of AI and how the quickly evolving technology will make it even harder to detect, and fight disinformation. From this Episode Onyx Impact Listen to All Electorette Episodes https://www.electorette.com/podcast Support the Electorette Rate & Review on iTunes: https://apple.co/2GsfQj4 Also, if you enjoy the Electorette, please subscribe and leave a 5-star review on iTunes. And please spread the word by telling your friends, family, and colleagues about The Electorette! WANT MORE ELECTORETTE? Follow the Electorette on social media. Electorette Facebook Electorette Instagram Electorette Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ShawnP and Big Rupe identify some of the voter suppression tactics being implemented in various States to obstruct and deny legitimate voters their basic democratic rights. Highlighting Stacey Abram's Fair Fight Action as a tool to fight back and defend American democracy. #voting #rights #wrong #votingrights #redistricting #gerrymandering #democracy #election #FairFightAction

Fani Willis faces more challenges in her hope to begin the trial of former President Donald Trump. AJC reporter Dave Wickert joins to discuss the latest in the election interference case.  But first up, Kendra Cotton, CEO of the New Georgia Project, joins the podcast to discuss the organization's effort to energize a liberal coalition of voters for the 2024 election.   She also answers questions about the financial and legal troubles plaguing Fair Fight Action, the organization that was given credit for helping elect Georgia Democrats Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock to the U.S. Senate in 2021 and delivering the state for Democrat Joe Biden in 2020.  Plus, Republican legislators are pushing for a resolution to put a statue of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas on the grounds of the state Capitol. But Democrats are fighting it fiercely.    LINK TO TOPICS  Can Democrats win in Georgia without Fair Fight Action?  Judge allows Trump lawyers to appeal his decision allowing Fani Willis to remain as prosecutor of election conspiracy case  Legislators clash over Clarence Thomas statue      Have a question or comment for the show? Call the 24-hour "Politically Georgia" Podcast Hotline at 770-810-5297. We'll play back your question and answer it during the listener mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.     Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.”      CREDITS   Executive Producer- Shane Backler  Producer- Natalie Mendenhall  Engineer- Sawyer Vanderwerff  Editor- Devan Kortan  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BigTent was honored to host Marc Elias, the founder of Elias Law Group and Democracy Docket, alongside Lauren Groh-Wargo, the CEO and co-founder of Fair Fight Action,  Marc and Lauren are at the forefront of defending voting rights and combating voter suppression. Their unwavering commitment and groundbreaking work have had a significant impact on preserving the integrity of our democracy.This event was an opportunity to engage in a discussion about how voter suppression has impacted elections to date and what are the next lines of attack in 2024. About the Speakers:Lauren Groh-Wargo is a top political strategist, executive, fighter for economic justice, and key leader in shaping the emerging Democratic wave in the South. Most recently, she served as the campaign manager for Stacey Abrams for Governor, a campaign that placed the first African American woman on the ballot for governor from a major party in US history. Spurred by the voting irregularities in Georgia and across the country, Groh-Wargo is now the CEO of Fair Fight Action, which focuses on electoral integrity and reform. Marc Elias is the founder of Democracy Docket and Partner at Elias Law Group, Marc is a nationally recognized authority in voting rights, redistricting and law. In 2020, Marc led the historic legal effort to protect voting rights, winning over 60 lawsuits in efforts to suppress the vote. As aggressive challenges to voting continue, Marc keeps fighting back in court.Below are links discussed during the conversation.“Brad Raffensperger Is Just Another Republican Vote Suppressor” here: https://www.democracydocket.com/opinion/brad-raffensperger-is-just-another-republican-vote-suppressor/Link to article on mass voter intimidation: https://www.democracydocket.com/opinion/intimidating-voters-is-nothing-new-in-georgia-its-just-easier-now/Democracy Docket article on election-deniers fight to ban voting machines: https://www.democracydocket.com/analysis/the-biggest-election-deniers-want-scotus-to-ban-voting-machines/Subscribe to Democracy Docket https://www.democracydocket.comJoin Fair Fight Action: https://fairfight.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bigtentnews.substack.com

Marisa Pyle is a registered lobbyist, advocating for several grassroots organizations, as well as a political organizer and formerly with Fair Fight Action. She's been diligently reporting from inside the bowels of the Georgia State Capitol's various chambers and subcommittee rooms on social media to keep all who dare to follow abreast of the bills being bantied about as well as much of the public comment as she can keep up with. To say it's unrelenting work is an understatement. For my part, I'm appreciative. She joined me today to discuss the latest wave of anti-gay, anti-trans "red meat" legislation circulating beneath the gold dome, and the tough slog the 2024 cycle may be for Democrats in Georgia when taking "Cop City" and Israel/Gaza into consideration.

In this week's episode I sat down with Dom Kelly. Dom is the Co-Founder, President & CEO of New Disabled South, a non-profit working to achieve liberation and justice for disabled people in the South. and New Disabled South Rising, its advocacy arm. Prior to that he served as both the Georgia Fundraising Director and the Senior Advisor for Disability for Stacey Abrams' campaign for governor of Georgia and was the Senior Fundraising Manager and a Strategic Advisor for Disability at Fair Fight Action, where he also created and led the organization's Disability Council composed of prominent disability advocates and policy experts from across the country. We discuss understanding disability from a political perspective, the importance of base-building, how New Disabled South is achieving its mission and much, much more. Follow Dom: Instagram: @the_tattoedjew Twitter/X: @the_tattoedjew Follow New Disabled South: Instagram: @newdisabledsouth Twitter/X: @DisabledSouth LinkedIn: New Disabled South Facebook: New Disabled South Website: https://www.newdisabledsouth.org Follow New Disabled South Rising: Instagram: @newdisabledsouthrising Twitter/X: @DisSouthRising LinkedIn: New Disabled South Rising Website: https://www.newdisabledsouthrising.org Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast Twitter/X: @jillx3456 Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.com This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin 

Remember, you can watch the Superpowers for Good show on e360tv. To watch the episode, download the #e360tv channel app to your streaming device–Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV–or your mobile device. You can even watch it on the web or YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a crowdfunding campaign or invest after clicking a link here, we may earn a commission. It's an easy way to support our work.Devin: What do you see as your superpower?Dom: I think my superpower is empathy.Dom Kelly is the CEO and founder of New Disabled South, a nonprofit organization that supports disabled people and fights for their rights. Disabled by cerebral palsy, Dom leads from a position of personal experience, empowering him to be effective.While the organization doesn't have a policy to only hire people with disabilities, by making the workplace attractive to them, he's built a team comprising people with that lived experience and perspective.Dom shared some of the tactics used to create an appealing workplace. They include unlimited PTO. “We have it unlimited for a reason. If people need to take care of themselves, they take care of themselves.”“We have a very progressive parental leave policy,” he says. New Disabled South offers “a year of parental leave– that's six months fully paid, full time off, and six months part-time hours fully paid.”In addition, the organization offers a robust insurance package that includes life, vision, dental, and health. “Also, we're a remote organization; we support our employees, making sure they have a comfortable place to work,” Dom says.A final aspect of the hiring practice is a four-day, 32-hour work week that allows people time to rest and enjoy life as well as work.This broad, employee-friendly policy grew out of Dom's superpower: empathy.AI Episode Summary1. Dom Kelly is the founder, CEO, and president of New Disabled South, a nonprofit with an affiliated 501(c)(4), that focuses on advocacy and support for disabled individuals in the South.2. New Disabled South is unique in focusing on disability issues from a regional perspective in the South, addressing common challenges that disabled individuals face in the area.3. Some of the challenges specific to the South include barriers to voting access, non-expanded Medicaid, long waiting times for home care waivers, higher poverty rates, inaccessible transportation, and housing crises.4. Dom mentions that leaders lacking empathy can negatively impact both their leadership and their organization.5. New Disabled South's employment practices are designed to create an inclusive and supportive environment and include benefits like a four-day workweek and fully paid unlimited time off, among others.6. The organization's workplace policies prioritize empathy and support for employees' overall well-being and life experiences.7. Dom believes that his superpower is empathy, which has been shaped by personal experiences, such as the loss of his brother when they were children.8. He shares a story where displaying empathy during a difficult time at his job led to him doubling down on his commitment to help refugees, which reaffirmed his values and eventually brought him on the path to his current work.9. Dom advises that developing empathy starts with genuinely listening to others without interjecting, allowing for perspectives and experiences to be shared openly.10. Dom can be reached and supported through New Disabled South's website (newdisabledsouth.org), with direct donation links available, and he is also on LinkedIn and social media under the handle (at)the_tattooedjew. If you think employers can do better at including disabled people in hiring, please share.How to Develop Empathy As a SuperpowerDom began to appreciate empathy when his fraternal triplet brother passed away when they were six. It helped him to better understand the human connections between people.“I have seen a lack of empathy take down leaders and organizations,” Dom says. “It is something I just go back to often and remind myself to use my empathy as a strength.”Dom shared a story of a time when feeling and manifesting empathy was a challenge but also particularly important, and he could lean on this strength to help a friend.I was in a job that I was feeling frustrated with. It wasn't a good fit. The boss that I had didn't have a whole lot of empathy. He said some things to me–my wife and I were doing some work at the border at the time to help refugees, doing some organizing. At the time, he said something like, “I wish you cared as much about my business as you do about refugees at the border.” It was frustrating because I felt I was working hard. At the same time, it highlighted some misalignment for me.So, I share that because I was feeling frustrated, I was feeling afraid I was going to lose my job, or I was going to quit my job.At the time, we had a couple of friends who came to live with us as refugees from Honduras. When I got home that day, one of them had found out he had got a bad diagnosis and shared it with us. I got to put my stuff aside, be there for him and his partner, and be supportive and listen. It affirmed my commitment to that work. What wound up happening was I lost that job, and it wound up being the best thing that ever happened to me because I wouldn't be down this path that I'm on now. But my ability to put that aside and be there for someone who needed it put it into focus and put things into perspective and made me realign with my values and what was important to me. I showed up in that moment for someone who needed me.Dom offers a few tips for developing your empathy.“Take the cotton out of your ears and put it in your mouth,” he says. “Empathy is just sitting and listening to another person, not having to speak, not having to interject unless it's needed or asked for.”By following Dom's example and advice, you can strengthen your empathy. With practice, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileDom Kelly (he/him):Co-Founder, President and CEO, New Disabled SouthAbout New Disabled South: New Disabled South is the first and only regional disability organization in the United States, fighting for liberation, justice, and rights for all disabled people in the South. We are a political home for all disabled people in 14 states across the US South. We are winning policy and narrative change for disabled people through organizing, advocacy, education, and research. New Disabled South exists to win rights, justice, liberation, and material improvements by and for disabled people across the US South. We are working to ensure there is a cost to ableism. We do this by exposing and holding accountable ableist actors in government, business, media, politics, and everywhere – to ensure we achieve transformative change for disabled people in our lifetimes. We also strive to be the go-to resource hub to understand disabled people in the US South – shedding light on where disability justice and rights stand and where they could and should be. Our mission is to improve the lives of disabled people and cultivate strong disability rights and disability justice frameworks in the South, working toward a vision of a South where all disabled people experience liberation and justice in our lifetimes.Website: newdisabledsouth.orgX/Twitter Handle: @DisabledSouthCompany Facebook Page: fb.com/NewDisabledSouth/Instagram Handle: @newdisabledsouthBiographical Information: Dom Kelly is the Co-Founder, President & CEO of New Disabled South, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and New Disabled South Rising, its 501(c)(4) arm. He previously served as both the Georgia Fundraising Director and the Senior Advisor for Disability for Stacey Abrams' campaign for governor of Georgia. Prior to that, he was Senior Fundraising Manager and a Strategic Advisor for Disability at Fair Fight Action, the voting rights organization founded by Stacey Abrams, where he also created and led the organization's Disability Council, composed of prominent disability advocates and policy experts from across the country. Dom is one of a set of triplets born with Cerebral Palsy and has been a disability advocate since he was four years old. Starting when he was a young teenager, Dom and his brothers played around the world with their rock band, touring and collaborating with artists like Indigo Girls, Joan Baez, Toad the Wet Sprocket, The Bangles and more and releasing six records over 15+ years. He is retired from music, but with a decade of additional experience in digital and editorial strategy, nonprofit development, and community building, he has devoted his life to disability justice advocacy, progressive policy, and nonprofit leadership. He received a Master of Science in Nonprofit Leadership degree from the University of Pennsylvania's School of Social Policy and Practice, where he also received the Excellence in Social Impact award. Additionally, he holds a bachelor's degree in music production, a master's degree in journalism, an executive certificate in social impact strategy, and a graduate certificate in interdisciplinary disability studies. Dom was chosen as a 2024 Rockwood National Leading From the Inside Out Yearlong Fellow and as one of ten winners of The J.M. Kaplan Fund's 2023 Innovation Prize. He was a 2021 New Leaders Council fellow, serves as Chair for the board of The Kelsey, as Treasurer for the board of Disability Victory, as an advisory board member of ADA Watch, and as a member of the NationSwell Council. Dom also occasionally works as a consultant under The Tattooed Jew LLC, helping both political campaigns and nonprofit organizations with strategy. Dom currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with his wife, Catie, their daughter, Mahalia, and their dog, Vivi.X/Twitter Handle: @the_tattooedjewPersonal Facebook Profile: fb.com/dominic.kelly1Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/dominic-edward-kelly/Instagram Handle: @the_tattooedjewUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.* SuperCrowdHour February with the CfPA Executive Committee: This free event features President Brian Christ, Vice President Jenny Kassan, Secretary Brian Belley and Chair Scott McIntyre. Learn how you can join and make a difference. Earn rewards!* SuperCrowdBaltimore, March 21, 2024. This in-person event at the B&O Rail Museum features some of Baltimore's prominent citizens and community leaders. Save 30 percent with the discount code “SuperCrowd.”* SuperCrowd24, April 17-18: This two-day virtual event is our biggest event of the year. Don't miss it. 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CTL Script/ Top Stories of January 6th         Publish Date: January 5th       Henssler :15  From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast  Today is Saturday, January 6th, and Happy heavenly Birthday to AC/DC guitarist Malcom Young. ***1.06.24 – BIRTHDAY – MALCOM YOUNG (ACDC)*** I'm Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  21-Year-Old Charged in Fatal Cherokee County Crash Braves Sign Newly Acquired Sale to Two-Year Extension Italian Restaurant Opens in Downtown Canton We'll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you're looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  Commercial: CU of GA STORY 1: 21-Year-Old Charged in Fatal Cherokee County Crash William Bedora, a Woodstock man, faces charges of vehicular homicide and DUI following a November crash. The Cherokee Sheriff's Office arrested Bedora on December 22, charging him with first-degree vehicular homicide, DUI, reckless driving, and weaving over the roadway. The arrest warrant states that Bedora, driving over 116 mph under the influence, crashed into a mailbox and fence, resulting in the death of his passenger, Robert Zander Hattersley, 21. Bedora, released on a $24,000 bond, is prohibited from driving and contacting Hattersley's family under bond conditions. STORY 2: Braves Sign Newly Acquired Sale to Two-Year Extension The Atlanta Braves signed left-hander Chris Sale to a two-year, $38 million contract extension, restructuring his previous deal with the Boston Red Sox. The new contract covers the 2024 and 2025 seasons, with a club option for 2026 at $18 million. Sale, a seven-time All-Star, was acquired from Boston in exchange for prospect Vaughn Grissom. The 34-year-old waived his no-trade clause to join the Braves. Sale has faced injury challenges in recent years, including Tommy John surgery and stress fractures, limiting his appearances. Despite this, he remains a highly regarded pitcher with a strong track record. STORY 3: Italian Restaurant Opens in Downtown Canton Palermo's Original Pasta and Sandwiches (POPS), an Italian restaurant, opened in downtown Canton, Georgia, inside the historic Jones Building. The restaurant, owned by Andy and Amber Palermo, offers a range of Italian dishes, including pasta made in-house, chicken parmesan, seafood scampi, sandwiches, salads, and more. POPS also features a small Italian market with imported items for home cooking. The Palermos, with over 20 years of restaurant experience, aim to provide a neighborhood gem and express gratitude for the community's support. POPS is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.  Back in a moment  Break: DRAKE – ESOG – HELLER LAW STORY 4: Safe Kids Cherokee Providing Car Seats to Families Safe Kids Cherokee County, led by Cherokee County Fire and Emergency Services, has been awarded the 2024 Car Seat Mini Grant by the Georgia Department of Public Health. This grant, funded by the Governor's Office of Highway Safety, enables Safe Kids Cherokee County to provide car seats and education to financially eligible families in the region. Since 2007, the mini grant has prevented serious injuries or deaths, saving over 425 children in Georgia involved in crashes. Car seats, when used correctly, reduce fatal injuries by 71% among infants and 54% among children aged 1 to 4 years in passenger cars. STORY 5: Ball Ground-Based Company Pledges $75,000 in Support of COED CAIRE Inc., a Ball Ground-based manufacturer of oxygen and cardiorespiratory diagnostics equipment, has pledged $75,000 over the next five years in support of the Cherokee Office of Economic Development (COED). This investment is part of the COED initiative, Cherokee By Choice 2.0, aiming for $375 million in capital investment and 2,200 direct jobs for Cherokee County. CAIRE's support will be utilized for workforce development and the "Work in Cherokee" campaign, focusing on local job opportunities, data analysis on wages and benefits, and addressing skills gaps to incentivize residents to work locally. The company's contribution reinforces its commitment to the community where its primary manufacturing hub is located. Commercial: CHEROKEE CHAMBER – GCPS – INGLES 9 STORY 6: Cherokee County Leaders Sell Land For Potential Housing Community Cherokee County leaders have approved the sale of approximately 0.75 acres of surplus land at Patriots Park near Acworth to Ashton Atlanta Residential LLC for $240,000. The developer intends to combine the land with four other parcels for a future housing community. The sale is contingent upon Ashton obtaining necessary permits and approvals for the development. The land was originally purchased using park bond funds, and the proceeds from the sale will be used to enhance Patriots Park. STORY 7: Federal Judge Rejects Voter Intimidation Charges Against Conservative Group in Georgia A federal judge in Georgia ruled in favor of the conservative group True the Vote in a lawsuit involving their challenge to over 364,000 voters' eligibility. U.S. District Judge Steve Jones declared that True the Vote's actions did not amount to illegal voter intimidation, as claimed by Fair Fight Action, founded by Democrat Stacey Abrams. True the Vote had filed challenges ahead of the 2020 runoff elections, asserting that voters appeared ineligible due to residency changes. The judge found that the challenges didn't violate the Voting Rights Act, although some aspects of True the Vote's methods were criticized. The ruling is seen as significant for eligibility challenges under federal law. We'll have closing comments after this.  COMMERCIAL: Henssler 60  SIGN OFF –   Thanks again for listening to today's Cherokee Tribune Ledger podcast. . If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, the Gwinnett Daily Post, the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties, or the Paulding County News Podcast. 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A federal judge has rejected a Democratic lawsuit claiming illegal efforts to suppress votes in 2022 Georgia election. In today's episode of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hists Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell discuss the impact of the ruling by federal Judge Steve Jones, rejecting a lawsuit filed by Fair Fight Action against True the Vote accusing the group of illegally working to suppress the votes of hundreds of thousands of Georgians in the 2022 election.   Plus, Tia Mitchell leads a discussion on the many issues facing the U.S. House and Senate as members return to the Capitol after a long holiday break. And we take a swing around the state looking at news from outside North Georgia. Savannah bureau chief Adam Van Brimmer and Columbus veteran reporter Chuck Williams join the program.   Links to today's topics: True the Vote wins intimidation case over Georgia voter challenges   Have a question for the show? Call the 24-hour "Politically Georgia" Podcast Hotline at 404-526-AJCP. That's 404-526-2527. We'll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.   Listen and subscribe to our podcast for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also tell your smart speaker to “play Politically Georgia podcast.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author and Rev. James "Major" Woodall ("Wired for Racism: How Evolution & Faith Challenge Racial Idolatry") and attorney Michelle McLafferty of the firm Lawrence & Bundy (representing Fair Fight Action) join me separately to discuss the ramifications of yesterday's appeals court ruling imperiling section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. I'm also joined by Democratic congressional candidate Shawn Harris, a former US Army brigadier general taking aim at Marjorie Taylor Greene.

Jabari Young, a senior writer and editorial lead for ForbesBLK, discusses the inaugural business ForbesBLK Summit that's coming to Atlanta on November 5 & 6. Plus, Cianti Stewart-Reid, the executive director of Fair Fight Action, discusses Fair Fight's court challenge against True the Vote, a conservative Texas-based vote monitoring organization, over voter intimidation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why's the resignation of a rural Georgia county's elections board chairman a bigger deal than you might think? Well, it's Coffee County, and the "rot" is at least two people deep in just that one county, and yet there's no appetite at the Georgia Secretary of State's office to find out if the rot's even deeper (or in other counties). There's also no appetite for insulating the state's 2024 election results against the possible use of breached data to change outcomes. We want to know why. Marilyn Marks, executive director of the Coalition for Good Governance, sought Wendell Stone's ouster, and joined me today to explain why. Atlanta mayor Andre Dickens wrote an ELEVEN PAGE response to Rev. Senator Raphael Warnock, who questioned the city's handling of the #CopCityVote referendum process. A CopCityVote spokesperson - who's also a rapid response director with Fair Fight Action - took twelve tweets to clap back. I'll have the blow-by-blow. Lastly, it's no small thing that a sitting President joined a union picket line today, but let's also not ignore that Donald Trump's trying to also claim the "working folks' leader" title - but I have receipts.

For some entrepreneurs, risk is just part of the game. But for the reluctant entrepreneur, whose endeavors come as a response to a need they've identified, risk can feel more like a necessary evil. That's why you need to learn to harness risk. Stacey Abrams, an entrepreneur and scale leader both in and outside of politics, is a perfect example of how harnessing risk can be key to your success. Outside of politics, she's started three companies with her business partner, Lara Hodgson. Their new book, Level Up: Rise Above the Hidden Forces Holding Your Business Back, dives into the lessons learned from those experiences. She also founded and scaled two voting rights organizations: the New Georgia Project and Fair Fight Action, as well as the census mobilization effort Fair Count and the Southern Economic Advancement Project.Read Level Up: Rise Above the Hidden Forces Holding Your Business Back, by Stacey Abrams and Lara HodgsonRead a transcript of this episode: https://mastersofscale.comSubscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: https://mastersofscale.com/subscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

GDP Script/ Top Stories for tuesday Aug. 22 Publish Date: mon Aug. 21 From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast Today is sunday August 22nd , and happy 29th birthday to NFL wide receiver Mike Evans ****Evans**** I'm Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Peggy Slappey Properties Groups call for removal of Sen. Shawn Still after indictment in Donald Trump case After 100 years, Snellville has grown but still remains a 'mercantile town' And A1A to Rock the Park in Lilburn on Aug. 26 All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe!    Break 1 :  Slappey- GCPS          Story 1. still State Senator Shawn Still is facing calls for his removal from office after being indicted alongside former President Donald Trump in Fulton County Superior Court on charges including racketeering related to efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia. Advocacy groups such as All Voting is Local Action, Fair Fight Action, and others have written to Gov. Brian Kemp and Attorney General Chris Carr, urging them to review Still's eligibility to hold office while facing criminal charges. Still, a Republican senator from Johns Creek, is the only sitting legislator among the indicted individuals. Some, like Georgia GOP Chairman Josh McKoon, are supporting Still, while others emphasize the importance of addressing the issue through a fair process..………….. read more at gwinnettdailypost.com   STORY 2: town Snellville, celebrating its centennial, has evolved from a small town with less than 1,000 residents at its founding in 1923 to a thriving suburban community with around 20,573 residents as of 2020. The town's history is marked by periods of growth, including the explosive population increase in the 1970s. Snellville's growth led to the establishment of amenities like Eastside Medical Center, and its continuous development is evident through projects like The Grove mixed-use development. The town has evolved from its rural roots to a bustling community, with leaders and residents proud of its transformation over the past century. Story 3: a1a Lilburn's annual Rock the Park event on August 26 features A1A, the official and original Jimmy Buffett tribute show, as the headliner. A1A delivers authentic renditions of Parrot Head tunes and has gained recognition for its performances across the nation. The event at Lilburn City Park will also showcase opening act Black Lion Reggae. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for the free concert, which will feature food trucks, drinks, and treats available for purchase. Coolers are allowed, but outside alcohol is prohibited. The event promises a lively atmosphere with top-notch tribute bands. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We'll be right back   Break 2:   M.O..- Tom Wages -  Obits   Story 4: tixie The Georgia Association of Conservation Districts (GACD) recently held its annual Hall of Fame Banquet to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to conservation efforts in the state. The GACD Superior Professional Support award was presented to Tixie Fowler of the Gwinnett County Conservation District. Fowler has secured substantial grants, initiated partnerships, and led successful projects such as the Crayfish Creek Restoration Project. She has also organized educational initiatives including workshops and videos for students and educators. Her dedication to the district and community was recognized by GACD officials, and her nomination was made by the Gwinnett County Conservation District. GACD's mission is to advocate for Georgia's natural resource conservation by providing leadership and strategic direction to Conservation Districts.   Story 5: fix   The supply of affordable housing in Georgia has drastically decreased due to the pandemic, leading to higher rents and increased homelessness among single adults and families. Advocates are pushing for action, but some solutions, like repealing Georgia's rent control ban, have faced opposition. The number of affordable units with rents under $600 dropped by about 67,000 between 2019 and 2021. Many landlords sold properties after the pandemic, exacerbating the issue. The end of the eviction moratorium and federal rental aid further strained tenants. Families are forced into difficult decisions, living in subpar conditions or paying unaffordable rents. Advocacy groups are seeking solutions, including lifting the rent control ban and creating affordable housing initiatives. Local officials are also taking steps to address the housing shortage.   Story 6: state   The State Transportation Board of Georgia has announced its new executive leadership team. Robert Brown is the new Chairman, Ann R. Purcell is the Vice Chairman, and Jamie Boswell is the Secretary. These appointments ensure representation from different regions of the state. Brown, a registered architect, resides in Decatur and represents the 4th Congressional District. Purcell, a former state legislator, resides in Savannah and represents the 1st Congressional District. Boswell, from Athens, represents the 10th Congressional District and is the owner of the Boswell Group. The 14-member board governs the Georgia Department of Transportation and sets transportation policy.   We'll be back in a moment   Break 3:  ESOG – Ingles 1 - GCPS   Story 7: elite And now, Leah McGrath, corporate dietician at Ingles markets talks with us about foods that help with swollen feet In the Class AAA Elite Eight Playday, Wesleyan's volleyball team achieved a 3-1 record. They secured victories against Columbus, St. Vincent's, and Morgan County, but lost to Sandy Creek. Notable performances came from Nadia Desbordes with 23 kills, 23 digs, and five blocks, Katie Leeming with 24 kills, Sara Marie Miller with eight aces, 35 digs, and 55 assists, and Avery Daum with 12 aces and 42 digs. Hebron Christian also participated, splitting their matches with wins against Morgan County and St. Vincent's, and losses to Sandy Creek and Savannah Christian. Ashley Troxell, Addison Griffin, and Aubrey Cowart led Hebron's efforts. Providence Christian reached the semifinals in the Dominion Endless Summer Tournament, led by Ava Wilmot, Ella Style, and Emmy Moody.   Story 8: moore   In the Pickens Preview cross country meet, Wood Moore from Wesleyan achieved fourth place in the varsity boys race with a time of 15 minutes, 57.33 seconds. Harrison's Riley Comstock won the race in 15:46.81. Kaleb Tesfaye (eighth) and Solomon Mussie (12th) were top finishers for Parkview, while North Gwinnett's Haydn Hermansen secured the 16th spot. Gwinnett's top girls finisher was North's Aurora Streleckis in eighth place with a time of 19:47.50. Parkview, Wesleyan, and North Gwinnett had competitive team standings in both boys and girls categories. The Parkview boys were sixth, North Gwinnett seventh, and Wesleyan thirteenth among 33 teams. In the girls' standings, Parkview took fifth, Wesleyan sixth, and North Gwinnett seventh among 29 teams.   Story 9:  opener   Despite dealing with illness-related absences, the Brookwood boys' cross country team triumphed in the Apalachee Season Opener, a 23-team event. The team secured victory with 69 points, narrowly surpassing runner-up Milton. The girls' team from Brookwood secured second place, with freshman Kennedy Wardle claiming an individual championship. Key performers for the boys included Alexander Thompson (fifth), Carter Dehnke (ninth), Alex Sotomayor (eleventh), and Charlie Thomas (twentieth). Collins Hill's Vincent Pifer secured fourteenth place. The Brookwood girls were led by Kennedy Wardle's victory, with Ava Layson (fifth) and Lauren Thisdale (tenth) contributing. Norcross' Emily Rodriguez achieved third place, and Elkin Regina from the same team secured seventeenth. ***LEAH***   Break 4:  Lawrenceville - Henssler 60 Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Marietta Daily Journal podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties, or the Paulding County News Podcast. Read more about all our stories, and get other great content at Gwinnettdailypost.com. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. 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Stacey Abrams talks about her new book, Rogue Justice, and the systems that influence American life from the shadows. Stacey Abrams is a politician, author, and voting rights activist. She served in the Georgia House of Representatives for 10 years, she fought two closely contested gubernatorial races, and has been at the forefront of expanding voting rights in Georgia and beyond, with her organization, Fair Fight Action. Head to https://TryFum.com and use code BOATS to save 10% off when you get the journey pack today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A major voter intimidation case out of Georgia went to court this week. Fair Fight Action sued True the Vote, a Texas-based, right-wing "election integrity" group, for illegally intimidating voters after the group challenged the voter eligibility of over 364,000 Georgians in the run-up to the 2021 Senate runoff elections. Marc and Paige break down how voter challenges like these work and their impact on voters. Make sure you're following us on all platforms: Twitter Post Facebook Instagram TikTok Subscribe to our free newsletters | Support our work Related links: University of Georgia Poll Challenging Someone Else's Voter Eligibility Shouldn't Be So Easy. But It Is. Voter Testimony: Intimidation and Disenfranchisement in the Georgia Senate Runoffs The Worst Provision of a Very Bad Law U.S. Department of Justice Submits Brief in Georgia Voter Intimidation Case True The Vote's connection to Clean Elections USA Lawsuits mentioned: Fair Fight v. True the Vote Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans v. Clean Elections USA

Abrams' nonprofit, Fair Fight Action, paid her close friend & campaign manager's law firm $9.4M in 2019 & 2020 -- all to fight unsuccessful voter fraud cases. Is this the new BLM grift? Let's discuss this and maybe the NAFO troll fall out from Mondays episode. Download the Callin app for iOS and Android to listen to this podcast live, call in, and more! Also available at callin.com

Subscribe to Bad Faith on Patreon to instantly unlock our full premium episode library: http://patreon.com/badfaithpodcast Reporter Brittany Gibson broke a huge story about Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams that parallels the revelations reported earlier this year about the misuse of BLM funds. Fair Fight Action, the nonprofit founded by Abrams, paid her close friend and ally's law firm $9.4 million in 2019 and 2020, with two more years of billing yet to be disclosed. Gibson joins the pod to fill us in on the details, similarities, and dissimilarities to the BLM national org's grift. Subscribe to Bad Faith on YouTube for video of this episode. Find Bad Faith on Twitter (@badfaithpod) and Instagram (@badfaithpod). Produced by Armand Aviram. Theme by Nick Thorburn (@nickfromislands).

Georgia's early voting turnout numbers keep breaking records. We get a temperature check of what issues are driving rural Georgians, women, and people of color to the polls. Plus, reports that the voting rights non-profit Fair Fight Action -- founded by Democratic gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams -- spent millions over the last two years on legal fees. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Jim and Greg as they serve up two good martinis and a crazy one. First, they cheer the Institute for Energy Research for blasting Biden for undermining American energy independence and for playing politics with the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. They also applaud Politico for honestly reporting on how Stacey Abrams' Fair Fight Action group spent many millions on legal action in Georgia that went nowhere but made her campaign chairwoman very rich. And they sigh as Hillary Clinton claims Republicans are plotting to steal the 2024 presidential race and Jim notices the Clintons are nowhere to be found on the midterm campaign trail.

Join Jim and Greg as they serve up two good martinis and a crazy one. First, they cheer the Institute for Energy Research for blasting Biden for undermining American energy independence and for playing politics with the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. They also applaud Politico for honestly reporting on how Stacey Abrams’ Fair Fight Action group […]

With two weeks to election day, Politico released a report showing Stacey Abrams' Fair Fight Action paid 9.4 million dollars in legal fees to the firm partnered by FFA's chair.

It's been nearly a week since a federal judge ruled that Georgia's election law does not violate voter's constitutional rights. State Republicans are celebrating the win against Fair Fight Action, the voting rights group aligned with gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams. Will this ruling galvanize voters? Plus, GOP U.S. Senate candidate Herschel Walker has made it clear his position on abortion is "no exception." Now Walker is denying reports that he paid for an abortion for his girlfriend in 2009." But the former football star's son -- Christian Walker -- says his father is lying.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, AJC political insiders Greg Bluestein and Patricia Murphy discuss the fallout of a Daily Beast report that in 2009 Herschel Walker paid for an abortion for his then-girlfriend.   Our insiders also look at the rough week for Stacey Abrams after a scathing fact check from the Washington Post and a federal judge's decision to toss out the 2018 lawsuit filed by her organization, Fair Fight Action.   Have a question for Greg and Patricia? Call the 24-hour Politically Georgia Podcast Hotline and we'll play back your question and answer it during the Listener Mailbag segment on next Friday's episode.    You're invited to come to a live taping of the Politically Georgia podcast this Tuesday. For all the details on how to join us, go to live.ajc.com    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

Monday on Political Rewind: An Atlanta federal judge has rejected Fair Fight Action's claims of voter suppression in the 2018 election. Plus, the Supreme Court's new session starts today amidst low confidence in the institution. And are the future Rivian and Hyundai plants in jeopardy? The panel: Alan Abramowitz, @AlanIAbramowitz, professor emeritus of political science, Emory University Fred Smith, @fredosmithjr, professor of Constitutional law, Emory University Kendra King Momon, professor of politics, associate provost, Oglethorpe University Patricia Murphy, @MurphyAJC, political reporter & columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions 3:30 - A federal judge has ruled that Democratic voters were not suppressed in 2018, from a suit raised by Fair Fight Action. 21:00 - The Supreme Court starts its new term today. Several important issues are on the docket. 44:00 - Are the future Rivian and Hyundai plants in danger? Sign up for our newsletter: https://www.gpb.org/newsletters

Hillary Holley and Mike Britt Vist Friends and discuss how tight polls in Georgia mean that Stacey Abrams could win, calling out Ron Desantos for human trafficking and more with host Marina Franklin. Hillary Holley: is the Executive Director of Care in Action, a nonprofit, nonpartisan group dedicated to fighting for dignity and fairness for the millions of domestic workers in the United States, most of whom are women of color and immigrant women. Hillary is a proud Georgia native who has dedicated over half of her 30 years working in Georgia's movement spaces, including helping to launch and working on the historic 2018 Stacey Abrams campaign. Prior to joining Care in Action, Hillary served as Director of Organizing and Strategic Advisor at Fair Fight Action, winning Georgia in 2020 and installing a Democratic federal trifecta. Hillary also serves on the boards of Emerge Georgia and States United PAC, an organization dedicated to supporting states' voter protection efforts. Mike Britt is a Brooklyn, NY-born stand-up comedian. He got his start at the Uptown Comedy Club in Harlem. Since then, He has appeared on Comedy Central Presents, BET's Comic View, VH1's Best Week Ever, and The Bad Boys of Comedy. In 2015, he's now known as the "singer" of the Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt theme song. Always hosted by Marina Franklin - One Hour Comedy Special: Single Black Female ( Amazon Prime, CW Network), TBS's The Last O.G, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Hysterical on FX, The Movie Trainwreck, Louie Season V, The Jim Gaffigan Show, Conan O'Brien, Stephen Colbert, HBO's Crashing, and The Breaks with Michelle Wolf

On this episode, we discuss the unprecedented election-year challenges we face and the ways all nonprofits can help ensure a safe election. As trusted messengers, nonprofits can explain voting options and deadlines; encourage absentee voting and a new generation of poll workers; conduct election protection programs; support and join litigation and even facilitate voting and promote increased voter turnout.  This is a repodcast of the first part of our three-part series from 2020.  Our attorneys for this episode     Leslie Barnes   Tim Mooney   Quyen Tu     Shownotes  Election-year challenges  Dangers for in-person voting  Massive poll worker shortage  Monumental increase in voting by mail  Predictions for contested elections/delayed results  Defunding the United States Postal Service  Interference in the election by foreign and domestic actors  Reminder - 501(c)(3) organizations must remain nonpartisan   When We All Vote Video – Voter Registration Drives  https://youtu.be/XNt-9v3HY30s  Created by a c3, When We all Vote  Shared by a c3, NAACP Legal Defense and Education Fund  Nonpartisan – no support or opposition for any candidate for elected office  Explains how schools can create and promote a voter registration drive   Explains how volunteers can share news of newly registered voters on social media  Safe for community foundations and c4s too!  Special rules exist for private foundations   Can't buy votes. Don't exchange anything of value for someone completing a voter registration form or voting.  Can spend money to facilitate voting – Examples   Must also follow state law regarding voter registration and drives  IRS permits targeting voter outreach for nonpartisan reasons   Fair Fight Action Video – Vote By Mail/Voter Education  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HFl6AYki1B8  Encourages Georgians to vote by mail to shorten lines for those who must vote in person and reduce risk for all    Fair Fight Action is a 501(c)(4) and could engage in partisan activity as secondary activity  This video is a nonpartisan example of voter outreach/education – primary activity  Safe for c3s to share as well!    Houston Justice Coalition Post  Safe for c3s and c4s to share government messages  Nonprofits can volunteer their space for voting/polling centers  Best practices for 501(c)(3)s  Nothing can support or oppose candidates  Avoid mixing issue advocacy with voter registration/GOTV/voter education  No candidate pledges  Any interaction with candidates? Offer the same info to others running  Best practices for 501(c)(4)s  Can support or oppose candidates – track efforts – secondary activity  Be aware of state laws  Don't coordinate efforts with federal (and usually) state candidates  Report independent efforts under campaign finance laws    Resources  Bolder Advocacy Election Activities Page  Want to Conduct or Fund a Voter Registration Drive  Election Protection Efforts Factsheet   Election Year Activities for 501(c)(4)s  How 501(c)(4)s Can Hold Elected Officials Accountable   Partisan Electoral Activity: What is it and What Can You Do?    Non Bolder Advocacy resources  Guide on how to do a school or community voter registration drive: https://www.headcount.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Booklet_Final-1.pdf  For college student looking for information on voting? Check: https://andrewgoodman.org/myvoteeverywhere/

Esosa Osa is the Deputy Director of Fair Fight Action, an organization founded by Stacy Abrams that advocates for election reform.  Longtime listeners will remember that Esosa guest hosted an interview a few years ago. You can listen to it here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanks to our sponsor, Fair Fight Action. Fair Fight Action's social media channels are:Twitter: @fairfightactionFacebook: @fairfightactionInstagram: @fairfightactionAnd Civics for the Culture, FFA's youth voter educational series can be found at:Instagram: @civicsforusTikTok: @civicswithchelseyThe Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A'shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. In the BGG to Politics blog, A'shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible women changing the course of the country. A'shanti founded the blog in 2018 and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.Follow The BGG:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFollow Wonder Media Network:WebsiteTwitterInstagram 

Content warning: Mentions of children's deathIn part 1 of this very special bonus episode, Mary speaks with friend, former colleague at Neighborhood Access, and fellow advocate Dom Kelly.Dom Kelly is currently the Georgia Fundraising Director and the Director of Disability Engagement & Accessibility for Stacey Abrams' campaign for Governor of Georgia.Previously, he was Senior Fundraising Manager at Fair Fight Action, the voting rights organization founded by Stacey Abrams, where he also created and led the organization's Disability Council composed of prominent disability advocates and policy experts from across the country. Dom is one of a set of triplets with Cerebral Palsy and has been a disability advocate since he was four years old. Starting when he was a young teenager, Dom and his brothers toured around the world with their rock band, touring and collaborating with artists like Indigo Girls, Joan Baez, The Bangles, and more and releasing 6 records over 15+ years.He is now retired from music, but with a decade of experience in digital and editorial strategy, he has devoted his life to progressive politics, policy, and advocacy. He received a Master of Science in Nonprofit Leadership degree from the University of Pennsylvania's School of Social Policy and Practice where he also received the Excellence in Social Impact award.Additionally, he holds a bachelor's degree in music production, a master's degree in journalism, an executive certificate in social impact strategy, and a graduate certificate in interdisciplinary disability studies. Dom currently lives in Atlanta, Georgia with his wife Catie, their dog Vivi, and their cat Pippi Longstocking.Mary and Dom discuss the lack of research in adults with Cerebral Palsy, voter suppression, particularly pertaining to disabled voters,  and the myth surrounding those with intellectual disabilities when it comes to voting.

Ryan talks to Stacey Abrams about the true meaning of the word Stoic, the notion of scaling and leveling up in business, the importance of serving the common good, and more.The name Stacey Abrams has become synonymous with voting accessibility and turnout, making history by becoming the first woman and first African American woman to hold positions in state and national politics. Stacey is now one of the most prominent African American female politicians in the United States. She rose to national prominence when she ran for governor of Georgia in 2018. While she lost that race by about 55,000 votes, her candidacy was historic in and of itself. When she won the Democratic primary in that race, she became the first African American woman to receive a major party's nomination for governor. Stacey continues to advocate for and help with voter registration and founded Fair Fight Action in 2018, an organization created to address the issues of voter suppression. Among her many accolades, Stacey is also an author. She has written three books: Minority Leader: How to Lead from the Outside and Make Real Change, and Our Time Is Now: Power, Purpose, and the Fight for a Fair America, and her most recent: Level Up: Rise Above the Hidden Forces Holding Your Business Back.Blinkist takes top nonfiction titles, pulls out the key takeaways and puts them into text and audio explainers called Blinks that give you the most important information in just 15 minutes. Go to Blinkist.com/STOIC to start your free 7 day trial and get 25% off of a Blinkist Premium membership.The Jordan Harbinger Show is one of the most interesting podcasts on the web, with guests like Kobe Bryant, Mark Manson, Eric Schmidt, and more. Listen to one of Ryan's episodes right now (1, 2), and subscribe to the Jordan Harbinger Show today.Kion Aminos is backed by over 20 years of clinical research, has the highest quality ingredients, no fillers or junk, undergoes rigorous quality testing, and tastes amazing with all-natural flavors. Go to getkion.com/dailystoic to save 20% on subscriptions and 10% on one-time purchases.Bambee is an HR platform built for businesses like yours –– so you can automate the most important HR practices AND get your own dedicated HR Manager. Go to Bambee.com/stoic right now for your FREE HR audit.Sign up for the Daily Stoic email: https://dailystoic.com/dailyemailCheck out the Daily Stoic Store for Stoic inspired products, signed books, and more.Follow us: Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, FacebookFollow Stacey Abrams: Homepage, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook

Thanks to our sponsors Fair Fight Action and ActBlue.Learn more about the fight for reproductive rights with resources from NARAL:The Guttmacher Institute is a leading research and policy organization committed to advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) worldwide.States poised to ban abortion if Roe v. Wade fallsBans on abortion by weekBans based on the reason a person may seek abortion careBans based on the method of abortionMedication abortion careThe Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A'shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. In the BGG to Politics blog, A'shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible women changing the course of the country. A'shanti founded the blog in 2018 and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.Follow The BGG:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFollow Wonder Media Network:WebsiteTwitterInstagram

Monday on Political Rewind: Nonprofit Fair Fight Action's 2018 lawsuit will have its day in court this week. Plus, Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's confirmation shifts the make-up of the highest court in the United States. The panel: Jim Galloway —  Former political columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Audrey Haynes — Political science professor, University of Georgia Fred Smith —  Constitutional law professor, Emory University Timestamps: :00 – Introduction 2:40 – Fair Fight Action case in court 18:05 – Lawsuit and Stacey Abrams campaign 35:15 – Judge Jackson shifts SCOTUS to younger, less white, less male majority 42:30 – Jackson's impact on future cases Help support Political Rewind during this week's pledge drive: https://tinyurl.com/GPBPledge

Thanks to our sponsors Fair Fight Action and ActBlue. The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A'shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. In the BGG to Politics blog, A'shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible women changing the course of the country. A'shanti founded the blog in 2018 and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.Follow The BGG:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFollow Wonder Media Network:WebsiteTwitterInstagram

Thanks to our sponsors Fair Fight Action and ActBlue. The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A'shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. In the BGG to Politics blog, A'shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible women changing the course of the country. A'shanti founded the blog in 2018 and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.Follow The BGG:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFollow Wonder Media Network:WebsiteTwitterInstagram

Swan Song (2021) is a movie that forces us to confront the "After" part of Happily Ever After. Shelf Love's Sad Media Correspondent, Dame Jodie Slaughter, is here to discuss lax security at cloning facilities, the ethics of cloning, the aesthetics of the future: pretty much anything that allows us to avoid the banal truth about our own mortality.Content Note: discussion of death and mortality.-Discussed: Swan Song (2021)Guest: Dame Jodie Slaughter, Shelf Love's Sad Media CorrespondentWebsite | Twitter | InstagramCheck out Fair Fight Action! Thank you to Cynthia for bidding on the quilt I donated to Romancing the Vote and for supporting Fair Fight!Shelf Love:Join the Conversation on Discord: https://www.patreon.com/ShelfLoveSign up for the email newsletter list | Website | Patreon | Twitter | Instagram | YouTubeEmail: Andrea@shelflovepodcast.com 

Thanks to our sponsors Fair Fight Action and ActBlue.The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A'shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. In the BGG to Politics blog, A'shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible women changing the course of the country. A'shanti founded the blog in 2018 and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.Follow The BGG:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFollow Wonder Media Network:WebsiteTwitterInstagram

For some entrepreneurs, risk is just part of the game. But for the reluctant entrepreneur, whose endeavors come as a response to a need they've identified, risk can feel more like a necessary evil. That's why you need to learn to harness risk. Stacey Abrams, an entrepreneur and scale leader both in and outside of politics, is a perfect example of how harnessing risk can be key to your success. Outside of politics, she's started three companies with her business partner, Lara Hodgson. Their new book, Level Up: Rise Above the Hidden Forces Holding Your Business Back, dives into the lessons learned from those experiences. She also founded and scaled two voting rights organizations: the New Georgia Project and Fair Fight Action, as well as the census mobilization effort Fair Count and the Southern Economic Advancement Project.Read a transcript of this episode: https://mastersofscale.comSubscribe to the Masters of Scale weekly newsletter: http://eepurl.com/dlirtXSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thanks to our sponsors Fair Fight Action and ActBlue.The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A'shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. In the BGG to Politics blog, A'shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible women changing the course of the country. A'shanti founded the blog in 2018 and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.Follow The BGG:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFollow Wonder Media Network:WebsiteTwitterInstagram

Thanks to our sponsors Fair Fight Action and ActBlue.Please take our survey here:  https://wondermedianetwork.com/bggsurveyThe Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A'shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. In the BGG to Politics blog, A'shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible women changing the course of the country. A'shanti founded the blog in 2018 and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.Follow The BGG:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFollow Wonder Media Network:WebsiteTwitterInstagram 

Thanks to our sponsors Fair Fight Action and ActBlue. The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A'shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. In the BGG to Politics blog, A'shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible women changing the course of the country. A'shanti founded the blog in 2018 and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.Follow The BGG:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFollow Wonder Media Network:WebsiteTwitterInstagram

Thanks to our sponsors Fair Fight Action and ActBlue. The Brown Girls Guide to Politics Podcast is all about amplifying the voices of women who are too often forgotten in media coverage. Host A'shanti Gholar leads conversations with women changing the face of politics. In the BGG to Politics blog, A'shanti created a space for women of color to learn about the current state of politics, to support others breaking into the political sphere, and to celebrate incredible women changing the course of the country. A'shanti founded the blog in 2018 and Wonder Media Network is thrilled to extend her platform to audio.Follow The BGG:WebsiteTwitterInstagramFollow Wonder Media Network:WebsiteTwitterInstagram