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Remember the four years of noise from the right about Joe Biden being the doddering, senile old man who wasn't really "in charge" of his presidency?So now that we're all aware of the Signal app "klatch" (read the dialogue here) ruminating over clearly classified information (except, "nuh-uh!") the question that came up for me, mostly recently is "where was the President?"Images of Presidents and their inner circle in the "situation room" or a secure room flanked by monitors and communication paraphernalia come to mind, right?He was playing golf. (cue the 'sad trombone' effect) So, who's in charge? Elon runs amok with DOGE; attorney general Pam Bondi seems to have taken up permanent residence at Fox News to fling vapid threats, and JD Vance and Pete Hegseth and the intel fellas get on Signal to play real life "Call of Duty?" While POTUS plays golf. Oh, and because Hegseth lies like you and I breathe, it's worth noting that his characterization of Biden having "cratered" in the face of the threat from Houthis is an out-and-out LIE.------Meanwhile, under the gold dome in Georgia's capitol city of Atlanta, "religious freedom" zealots are continuing their decade-long quest to codify protections for bigotry and bias under the thin veil of religion. With me to discuss his and his organization's efforts to (again) stifle it and combat another round of anti-trans legislation, Georgia Equality executive director Jeff Graham. Also, how is it that LGBTQ+ sports organizations have been working for nearly half a century to find a place for any and everyone who wants to play sports - even heterosexuals - yet the notion befuddles anti-trans activists on the right in 2025?

President Trump recently signed an executive order to suspend the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program and resettlement funding. However, a federal judge has blocked Trump's actions — calling it an overreach. For a roundtable discussion, “Closer Look” is joined by Reverend John R. Moeller Jr., the president and CEO of Inspiritus, Aimee Zangandou, the executive director of Refugee and Immigrant Services at Inspiritus and Louisa Merchant, the director of Refugee Ministries at All Saints Episcopal in Midtown. They talk with Rose regarding the disruption of resettlement services, the suspension of funding and other efforts to serve thousands of service refugees in Georgia. Plus, Georgia lawmakers are weeks away from Sine Die for the 2025 legislative session. As the session is nearing an end, the ACLU is tracking 527 proposed bills, from across the U.S., that they refer to as “anti-LGBTQ bills. ” The ACLU claims 11 of those bills have been introduced in the Georgia Legislature. Jeff Graham, the executive director of Georgia Equality, talks more about the proposed legislation his organization is watching that allegedly targets the LGBTQ+ community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With just five days before the inauguration of a second Donald Trump term, the trans community in Georgia (and throughout the U.S.) has had to weather a storm of antir-trans sentiment; some of it put to use by the Trump campaign. We check in with Jeff Graham, executive director for Georgia Equality, to get a sense what their activism can accomplish with a decidely-conservative state legislature and GOP governor likely angling to solidify his conservative bonafides ahead of a potential Senate or Presidential run. Speaking of weathering and storms, the founding director of End Climate Silence,  Dr. Genevieve Guenther (author of "The Language of Climate Politics") joined me to add her immense credibility to correct a wave of disinformation as the Eaton/Palisades wildfires ravage southern California. Oh, and reviewing Jon Stewart's blistering of hypocritical Republicans in DC seeking to add conditions to aid was worth a review, too.

I've strayed from routinely watching "Real Time with Bill Maher," for a couple reasons: one, I just can't keep paying for all these streaming services (the show now re-airs on CNN, though) and he's too tone-deaf on trans issues for my taste. That said, on the economy, he was spitting facts on his last "new rule" prior to Election Day. The gist? The economy doesn't need saving; it's been saved. MAGA's have an alternate reality fog they won't see through and (I agree here) Democrats have been timid to tout this. Closer to home, more than 3000 Cobb County absentee voters' ballots are imperiled by the Georgia Supreme Court's latest ruling. Will their votes count? Depends on when they're handed to Cobb Elections officials - who admit the mistake is on them & not the voters. C'mon, already . On to discuss that and her organization's more than 75 endorsed candidates up and down the ballot is Georgia WIN List executive director Melita Easters. Also on to respond to the litany of anti-trans messaging from the Trump campaign and to tout his organization's efforts to support pro-LGBTQIA+ candidates is Georgia Equality executive director Jeff Graham.

Early voting numbers are soaring in Georgia—and so is the spending on TV ads by both the Harris and Trump campaigns. On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Politically Georgia podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell explore the staggering $55 million ad blitz launched by both campaigns in the final stretch before Election Day. Political ad guru Rick Dent joins the podcast to break down the messaging strategies both sides are using to win over Georgia voters. Later, we take a closer look at LGBTQ issues playing a prominent role in the campaign. Jeff Graham, the longtime director of Georgia Equality, offers his perspective on how these issues are shaping campaign strategies and becoming a critical part of the conversation in this battleground state.   Links to today's topics: Georgians bombarded with presidential attack ads GOP ads attack Harris on transgender rights are dominating final stretch of presidential race In Atlanta, Harris urges voters to "turn the page" on Trump Harris brings Georgia campaign to church as candidates battle for religious vote Monday report: latest data on early and absentee votes 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.”     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A perfectly well-meaning bill introduced by freshman Rep. Omari Crawford passed out of the Georgia House and went into yesterday's Senate education subcommittee hearing, where five ultra-right wing measures - some explicitly anti-LGBTQIA+ - were attached to it. Hear Crawford present his bill, ask that only it be considered (it wouldn't be) and then hear Sen. Clint Dixon pile on the "red meat" that couldn't get out of Senate Rules committee already. All these GOP measures are backed by Lt. Governor Burt Jones - an announced gubernatorial candidate for the 2026 cycle, incidentally. Hear Senators Elena Parent and Sonya Halpern skewer this nonsense. Then I'm joined by Jeff Graham, executive director at Georgia Equality for reaction and their planned on-site response at the gold dome.

Thursday concluded 'crossover day' in the Georgia General Assembly, so I spent a little time reviewing what did and didn't float from one chamber to the other, & eavesdrop on some 'night of' interviews from GPB's "Lawmakers" for some insights from lawmakers beneath the gold dome. While listening in, it sounds like there's a realization from Georgia Senate Republicans that their new-fangled subpoena-powered committee will only be empowered to suggest new legislation in reaction to any findings vs having the power to remove a D.A. they don't care for. Also, hear Rep. Stacy Evans blister HB 1105 (the anti-immigrant legislation hastily concocted in recent days. She rightly points out that the thin veil over this bill doesn't hide the fact that women's safety is never a priority when it comes to enacting common-sense gun bills into law. Jeff Graham, executive director at Georgia Equality, joined me to discuss the very real possibility that SB180 - the Religious Freedom Restoration Act - could become law, enshrining bigotry shrouded in "religious rights." We discuss the other wins and losses his organization and its allies racked up this session so far.

On today's episode of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's "Politically Georgia" podcast, hosts Bill Nigut and Tia Mitchell talk to The Associated Press' Meg Kinnard, Georgia Equality's Jeff Graham and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution colleague Maya Prabhu.    Kinnard joins from South Carolina where she is covering the run-up to that state's Republican presidential primary on Saturday.    Then, the hosts talk with Statehouse reporter Maya Prabhu and Jeff Graham, longtime director of Georgia Equality, about the many Senate bills targeting transgender individuals.     Finally, Tia Mitchell and Bill Nigut discuss the GOP decision not to take up a full expansion of Medicaid in this session of the Legislature.        LINKS TO TODAY'S TOPICS    Nikki Haley says she won't drop out of race  Senate committee passes bill to control how schools talk about gender identity  House leaders signal Medicaid expansion is off the table this session    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

How can you be a better ally for the LGBTQIA+ community? Activist Jack Jordan joins your two favorite hosts to share a roadmap for educators seeking ways to support LGBTQ students. Tune in for a powerful conversation on the importance of allyship, and how you can foster understanding, empathy, and advocacy within educational settings. Whether you're well-versed in LGBTQIA topics or new to the conversation, you'll learn practical strategies and perspectives educators can use to create inclusive environments and feel empowered to champion inclusivity at their schools! --- ABOUT OUR GUEST Jack Jordan (they/them) serves as Youth Engagement Organizer for Georgia Equality, an organization dedicated to advancing fairness, safety and opportunity for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities throughout the state of Georgia. Jack has been involved in activism since their early teens, with a focus on queer/ trans liberation, healthy relationships, inclusive and accessible spaces, risk-aware safer sex, and youth empowerment. Jack has become well known for their visibility, nuance, and bold outspokenness around injustice. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: YouTube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Overcast | RadioPublic FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at classlink.com.

Atlanta hosted final tributes to First Lady Rosaylynn Carter - with her loving husband President Jimmy Carter in attendance - today. I've some highlights & notes. It's "Giving Tuesday," and opted to yield the remainder of my show to providing the spotlight for A Reach - an organization empowering the brain health & mental wellness for Atlanta's underserved youth, as well as Georgia Equality and Lifeline Animal Project. Catreda Phillips, Jeff Graham and Heather Friedman join me to represent each.

Allison Coffman, the executive director at Amplify Georgia Collaborative, Jen Slipakoff, a parent of a transgender child and member of the Human Rights Campaign National Board of Governors, and Chanel Haley, a transwoman and the director of Education & Community Engagement at Georgia Equality, discuss the privacy concerns they have for people seeking abortions and transgender care. This is following a recent letter from Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr and 18 other state attorneys general. They oppose a proposed Biden administration rule that would keep access to a patient's out-of-state medical records private. Republican Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville is accused of jeopardizing America's national security by stalling promotions for hundreds of military personnel, as he protests what he calls the Pentagon's abortion policy. Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh discusses the impact the situation is having on military readiness and Georgia's military personnel. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Judge Mike Jacobs has served on the State Court of DeKalb County since June 2015. Mike is the first openly LGBTQ+ countywide elected official in DeKalb County history and the county's first openly LGBTQ+ trial judge.   Mike serves on the board of directors of Leadership DeKalb, chairs Government Day for the program, and is a member of the Class of 2016, the best class ever. He also serves on the board of directors of the Stonewall Bar Association of Georgia and as secretary and a board member of the International Association of LGBTQ+ Judges.   Prior to his judicial service, Mike served ten and a half years in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing the DeKalb communities of Brookhaven, Chamblee, and Toco Hills.  He was chairman of the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Oversight Committee (MARTOC), the joint House and Senate committee that oversees MARTA's management, budget, and fiscal affairs.  He also served as chairman of one of the two subcommittees of the House Judiciary Committee.   In 2010, Mike received the Allen Thornell Political Advancement Award from Georgia Equality for authoring and passing a stronger anti-bullying law for public schools. In 2012, Mike served on the Special Joint Committee on Criminal Justice Reform, which vetted major reforms that place greater emphasis on rehabilitating non-violent offenders to lead productive lives. In 2014, Interim CEO Lee May appointed Mike to the DeKalb Operations Task Force (OTF).  The OTF recommended county government reforms that the General Assembly enacted to help our county function better, including DeKalb's SPLOST, which Mike authored and passed in 2015.   In 2019, Mike was recognized by the Stonewall Bar Association of Georgia at its annual awards gala with the award for Outstanding Service to the Stonewall Community.   Before joining the bench, Mike was a solo practitioner for four years, focusing his practice on consumer bankruptcy and debtor- creditor litigation. Mike received his law degree, magna cum laude, from the University of Georgia School of Law in 2003. While at UGA Law, he served as Executive Articles Editor of the Georgia Law Review. In 1997, Mike received his bachelor's degree from Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Mike is the proud parent of three children, Jonah, Eli, and Samantha. Links: http://judgejacobs.com http://www.akintate.com/ https://www.gatriallawyers.net/ See You In Court (seeyouincourtpodcast.org) To learn more about the Georgia Civil Justice Foundation, visit fairplay.org  

June inflationary data (and months before it) suggest all that hand-wringing from the right about "government spending" and a looming recession were nonsense - something I said all along. The Braves showed out at the All Star Game last night, but what's up with MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred backtracking on his 2021 All Star Game stance? Jeff Graham is my guest, from Georgia Equality. He and I take stock in a post-Pride conversation. We discuss Dekalb non-discrimination, Target backtracking, actual freaking Nazis, the latest on efforts to overturn the state's gender-affirming care ban and more.

Welcome to a power-packed episode of Folx Like Us! First of all, Happy PRIDE Folx!

Whoa; a SWAT raid of the Atlanta Solidarity Fund "Teardown House" netted three arrests for ... "money laundering?" While the price tag for "Cop City" has doubled, this is latest salvo? Interesting. Local activist & writer Micah Herskind joins me to discuss. By the way, GREAT Twitter follow to stay on this: Atlanta Press Collective & MIcah, of course. Also joining me today, Jeff Graham, executive director at Georgia Equality. Pride month begins tomorrow, but there's a lot of wound-locking going on in the LGBTQIA+ rights movement so he and I will take stock, and discuss their upcoming Evening for Equality gala this weekend, too.

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.

We discuss health care regulations with rural hospitals and percolating theories about Lt Governor Burt Jones from Teri. Then a conversation with Jeff Graham, Executive Director of Georgia Equality on SB140 which prevents minors from accessing gender-affirming healthcare. Also, what we're raving about this week and chairs at the capitol (for real).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of Women's History Month, Malikah Berry Rogers, the executive director of the Southern Black Girls and Women's Consortium, discusses the consortium and its mission.Mike Griffin, a public affairs representative for Georgia Baptist Mission Board, and Rev. Joshua Noblitt with Georgia Equality discuss opposition and support for SB140. The proposed bill aims to block trans minors from receiving hormone replacement therapy, as well as prohibits medical professionals from performing certain surgical procedures at hospitals and other licensed healthcare facilities. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a vote last night to audit MARTA, Atlanta city council members went before the media today to explain why. MARTA released a jaw-dropping statement, by the way. This line in particular: "The best thing the politicians on council can do for their constituents in the City of Atlanta is to get out of the way ..." is audacious! We'll go over legislative measures SB 233 (school vouchers) and SB140 (trans youth gender-affirming care ban) today, before welcoming back Jeff Graham from Georgia Equality to explain what can be done to convince the governor not to sign SB140. Lastly, Fox News doesn't have enough lawsuits filed against 'em so former producer Abby Grossberg threw another one the wood pile, earlier this week. This one alleges violations of equal pay laws, gender discrimination, religious discrimination, retaliation, failure to accommodate disability, and aiding and abetting unlawful discrimination and retaliation. Some of her behind-the-scenes stories will either shock you or .. because it's Fox News ... won't.

Monday on Political Rewind: With the 2024 elections around the corner, Republicans nationwide are promoting anti-transgender legislation. We look at the measures under the Dome. Plus, the mother of Manuel Teran says an independent autopsy shows the activist's hands were raised when they were killed.   The panel Andra Gillespie, @AndraGillespie, professor of political science, Emory University Bernard Fraga, @blfraga, professor of political science, Emory University Jeff Graham, @JeffGrahamAtl, executive director, Georgia Equality Patricia Murphy, @MurphyAJC, political reporter and columnist, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00 - Introductions  5:00 - Anti-transgender legislation continues to rise across the country 26:00 - Bills that could have impact over election laws 39:00 - A special bonus episode of Political Rewind 40:00 - Parents of slain activist say independent activist slain at Atlanta Police Training site had hands up when shot 48:00 - Mike Pence on January 6th Tuesday on Political Rewind: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Tamar Hallerman joins the panel.

Jeff Graham , executive director at Georgia Equality, leads off talking SB140 - a bill seeking to outlaw gender-affirming care for trans youth, along with some discussion about school voucher discrimination & the new Tennessee anti-drag law. It's definitely not a good time to be Tucker Carlson these days, but then he and most Fox News opinion spinners seem to lack self-awareness anyhow. Lastly, the DOJ reports back on Louisville KY police discrimination & acts of overt racism in its findings, following the wrongful death of Breonna Taylor. Hear AG Merrick Garland lay out the findings.

A Marietta man was killed in a shooting at an extended stay on South Cobb Drive and another arrested in the early morning incident Wednesday, according to the Cobb County Police Department. Ricky Haney died after being shot in the abdomen while in room 210 of the Cumberland Lodge Hotel.. Wilson said Clarence Mitchell of Marietta, told detectives at the scene an altercation occurred on Tuesday between him and Haney, leading to a separate altercation at 4:40 a.m. Wednesday. Wilson added that the second altercation allegedly led Mitchell to fire a single gunshot at Haney, who died of his injuries after being transported to the hospital. Mitchell was arrested by police and charged with felony murder, aggravated assault and possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime, Wilson said. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Cobb County Police Tip Hotline. State Senator Ed Setzler, a Republican from Acworth, filed legislation this week he said would expand state religious protections to mirror those imposed by a 1993 federal law. The Religious Freedom Restoration Act, SB 180, borrows from existing federal legislation on religious liberty, and renews the debate over constitutional rights nearly seven years after a previous bill was vetoed by former Governor Nathan Deal. Deal's decision to shoot down the legislation in 2016 came as LGBTQ rights activists said it would effectively legalize discrimination, as the bill would have allowed religious organizations to refuse service if doing so would violate their beliefs, among other measures. Georgia's business community — including the Cobb Chamber of Commerce — commended the veto by Deal. Setzler's new bill enters the General Assembly with significant Republican support out of the gate, as 24 other GOP state senators have already co-signed the measure. Cobb's two other Republican state senators — Kay Kirkpatrick and John Albers — were not listed as co-sponsors. Both told the MDJ they had not reviewed the bill before it was filed. Senator Setzler stated that the law isn't designed to favor one side or another in a question over religious expression, but to serve as a yardstick by which disputes can be evaluated in court. Jeff Graham, executive director of Georgia Equality, said that while freedom of religion is a cornerstone of the country, it is imperative that in the protection of religion that the state not create license to discriminate. McEachern pulled away with a big second quarter, and held off a late Hillgrove comeback, to win 50-43 in the semifinals of the girls Region 3AAAAAAA basketball tournament at Harrison on Wednesday. The Indians outscored the Hawks 13-3 in the second quarter to take control, though Hillgrove eventually closed the gap in the second half and got within one late in the fourth quarter. The win earned McEachern a spot in the today's championship game against North Paulding. Hillgrove will face Harrison in the third-place game. Kalise Hill scored 21 points and Jada Bates added 15 points to lead the way for McEachern. Yolanda Floyd scored 16 points for Hillgrove. McEachern got its quest for a region championship off to a strong start with a 84-56 victory over Marietta in the semifinals of the Region 3 seven a basketball tournament at Harrison on Wednesday. The Indians will play Hillgrove in the championship game, while Marietta takes on Harrison in the third-place contest today. McEachern was boosted by a strong first quarter in which it outscored Marietta 21-12 and it continued to gradually build its lead the rest of the way. Rutgers commitment Ace Bailey led the way for McEachern with 31 points, while Moses Hipps contributed 14 points for the Indians. Jack Bourgeois scored 15 points on five 3-pointers, while Jaiden Mann added 13 points for Marietta. A Douglasville man has been arrested and charged with arson, accused by authorities of starting a fire in Mableton on Tuesday. Sebastian Perez was charged with first degree arson, a felony, according to Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services. As the Arnolds sought to retrieve some belongings from the home, Strong attacked Maurice Arnold with a hunting knife. As DeAndre Arnold attempted to stop Strong from continually stabbing Maurice Arnold, he was injured by Strong, the DA's office added. Police arrived at the scene and arrested Strong after talking to witnesses, according to the DA's office. Maurice Arnold later died from his injuries. Firefighters responded to a commercial fire in the 1300 block of Old Powder Springs Road shortly before 10 a.m. Tuesday. Perez is being held at the Cobb County jail. He is ineligible for bond. Two people were shot and injured at an apartment complex in south Cobb early Thursday, the Cobb County Police Department said. Officers responded to a reported shooting around 1:24 a.m. at the Premier Apartments, located off Riverside Parkway in the Six Flags area, police said. There, they found Phil Ray, 23, of Austell, and Jamari Payne, 19, of Woodstock, with gunshot wounds. One person had a gunshot wound to their left foot, while the other had gunshot wounds to their arm and torso, police said. Ray and Payne were both taken to a local hospital for treatment, where they remain in stable condition, according to police. Police continue to investigate the shooting. 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Jeff Graham, the executive director of Georgia Equality, discusses proposed legislation that could negatively impact the LGBTQ+ community if passed this legislative session.Dr. Priscilla Hall a nurse midwife and assistant professor, talks with Rose about the mistreatment some women experience during pregnancy and labor and a recent viral TikTok video that shows a local group of labor nurses (who have since been terminated) mocking expectant mothers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cobb Food Tasting Festival brought people from all over the state to Jim R. Miller Park; The weather couldn't dampen the fun at the first fishing rodeo of the summer; And learn more about what Georgia Equality does for LGBTQ+ Georgians.  #CobbCounty #Georgia #LocalNews      -            -            -            -            -            The Marietta Daily Journal Podcast is local news for Marietta, Kennesaw, Smyrna, and all of Cobb County.  Subscribe today, so you don't miss an episode! MDJOnline Register Here for your essential digital news.  Email bgdoughnut22@gmailcom for your chance to win a $15 gift card from Dough in the Box https://www.chattahoocheetech.edu/ https://cuofga.org/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ https://www.drakerealty.com/ https://doughinthebox.com/ Find additional episodes of the MDJ Podcast here.  This Podcast was produced and published for the Marietta Daily Journal and MDJ Online by BG Ad Group For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Firefighters rescued four people stranded on a rock in yellow river; A GGC professor is doing big things in bee research; And we learn more about the services Georgia Equality provides to LGBTQ+ people across the state. #GwinnettDailyPost #Georgia #LocalNews    - -           -          -          The Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast is local news for Lawrenceville, Norcross, Duluth, and all of Gwinnett County. Register Here for your essential digital news.     This podcast was produced and published for the Gwinnett Daily Post and GwinnettDailyPost.com by BG Ad Group For advertising inquiries, please email j.southerland@bgadgroup.com For more information be sure to visit www.bgpodcastnetwork.com https://www.lawrencevillega.org/ https://www.foxtheatre.org/ https://guideinc.org/ https://www.psponline.com/ https://www.kiamallofga.com/ https://www.milb.com/gwinnett https://www.fernbankmuseum.org/ https://www.gcpsk12.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four Creekview grads earned a scholarship created in memory of a former student; Life Line screenings will be available in Cherokee County; And learn more about Georgia Equality supports the LGBTQ+ community across the state.  #CherokeeCounty #Georgia #LocalNews           -          -          -          -          -          -          The Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast is local news for Woodstock, Canton, and all of Cherokee County. Register Here for your essential digital news.             This podcast was produced and published for the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger and TribuneLedgerNews.com by BG Ad Group   For more information be sure to visit https://www.bgpodcastnetwork.com/ https://cuofga.org/ https://www.drakerealty.com/ https://www.esogrepair.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday on Political Rewind: As Pride Month comes to an end, our special panel looks at the state of affairs for LGBTQ+ Georgians. While the legislature is more diverse than ever, issues including hostility to trans athletes and Clarence Thomas' call to reexamine Obergefell (the case that legalized same sex marriage) bring concern. The panel Chanel Haley, Gender Policy Manager, Georgia Equality Demarcus Beckham, Executive Director, Reach to Impact Group Inc. Jeff Graham, @JeffGrahamATL, Executive Director, Georgia Equality Kevin Riley, @ajceditor, Editor, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Timestamps 0:00- Introductions 5:51- Some of the gains that Georgia has made in terms of LBGTQ equality 29:07- Jeff Graham speaks about changes he's seen in politics 36:31- Reflections on how the state of Georgia has received the LGBTQ community 40:39- Chanel Hailey reflects on being a transgender woman in the South 41:53- Demarcus Beckham reflects on HIV prevention work in Georgia Please be sure to download our newsletter: www.gpb.org/newsletters. And subscribe, follow and rate this show wherever podcasts are found.

The North GA Blue: Getting into Good Trouble podcast covers democratic politics in North GA, the 9th Congressional District, and across the state of Georgia. The podcast is in Q&A/Interview format with various democratic politicos including county chairs, democratic operatives, politicians, and more. It is our mission to deliver crucial information to our listeners in a timely manner as we fight for community values and principles in the 3rd most Conservative district in the state. Our website is: https://www.fcdpga.com/podcastsOur guests highlight democratic activities and actions to work toward a Blue Georgia. The 9th Congressional District spans 20 counties across the region and covers a good deal of northern GA including Blue Ridge, Morganton, Fannin, Union, Banks, Athens/Clarke, Dawson, Elbert, Forsyth, Franklin, Gilmer, Habersham, Hall, Hart, Jackson, Lumpkin, Madison, Pickens, Rabun, Stephens, Towns, and White counties. Our democratic party podcast also disseminates information and interviews powerful Democrats across the state of GA working to overthrow the suppression tactics of the GOP and ensure democracy and our values, grassroots efforts, and goals remain intact. #podcasts #politicalpodcasts #democraticpolitics #democraticparty #stateofga #democraticactivism, #democraticgrassroots #community #gademocraticparty #georgiademocrats #democraticpodcasts #bestdemocraticpodcasts #GAPOL #ClimateChange #freedemocraticpodcasts #deepdemocracypodcasts #gademocrats #democracy #republic #democraticpodcastslisten #fightthegop #votersuppression #voterrights #bluestates #redstates #podcastsdemocraticpolitics #grassrootsactivism #climatechange #environment #9thCongressionalDistrict #9thcongressionaldistrictchairs #ruraldemocrats #racialequity #racism #RacialEquity #POC #politicalactivist  #racialjustice #equity #RaisingtheWage #GAMinimumWage #MinimumWage #education #diversity #inclusion #workingtorestoredemocracy #voterrights #democraticoperative #localpolitics #countypolitics #statepolitics #politicalraces #voterturnout #redistricting #gerrymandering #votersuppression #voterrights #politicalhistory #gapol #ruralrevival #ruraloutreach #DemocraticPartyofGA  #DPG #EconomicJustice #democraticgoals #democraticcharacter #democraticvalues #democraticintegrity  #TurnGABlue #Transparancy #GADems  #gapol #BestDemocratPodcast #Ethics #Integrity #ElectingDemocrats #LocalElections #CountyElections #StatewideElectionsGA #NationalElections #Healthcare #SocialJustice #EconomicJustice #EnvironmentalJustice #UnderservedPopulations #BlackCommunities #HispanicCommunities #LatinoCommunities #BlackandBrownPeople #RacialEquity #RacialJustice #LGBTQ+  #GayRights #CivilRights #Advocacy #PoliticalAdvocacy #Activist #ProChoice #Immigration #MedicaidforAll #ACA #GunReform #ObamaCare  #Education #VoterRights #ProChoice #WomensRights #DemocraticCandidates #AtlantaGA #GALTGovernor #ProgressivePolicies #ElectProgessiveWomen #Healthcare #EconomicSecurity #CriminalJusticeReform #Equity #Equality #Education #VotingRights #GASB202 #ProgressiveWomen #Unions #JohnLewisVotingRightsAdvancementAct #FreedomToVoteAct #VoterSupressionGA #VoterSuppression #VotingRestrictions #CivilRightsViolations #VotingAttacks #VoterSupression #CommunityOrganizer #Diversity #Inclusion #Policy #Action #BlackWomen #BlackandBrownPeople #UnderservedPopulations #PoliticalActivist #ElectProgressiveWomen #ProChoiceWomen #ProChoice #WomenSupportingWomen #ERA #ReproductiveJustice #ProChoiceDemocrats  #ProgressivePublicPolicy #JeffGraham #GeorgiaEquality #GAEquality #LGBT #LGBTQ+ #LBTQ+Activist #Activism #GayPolicy #GayPolitics  #ComingOut #GayHistory #Stonewall #Gay #HumanRightsCampaign#HRC #NorthGeorgia #HIV #AIDS #Pride #PrideMonth #PrideFlags #PrideParade #CelebratePride #ProtectTrans #ProtectTransgenderKids #LoveisLove #Lesbian #Bisexual #Binary #NonBinary #TransSupport the show

Currently, Rashaun recently led a national non-profit organization, Freedom Coalition for Charter Schools (FCCS), serving as its first Executive Director. FCCS is an advocacy organization focused on amplifying the voices of Black and Brown public charter school parents and leaders. Rashaun is an active member of his community having served as Chair and Vice-Chair of Neighborhood Planning Unit K. He also is an alumnus of New Leaders Council Atlanta. Rashaun serves on two boards, Georgia Equality and Ivy Preparatory Academy for Girls. He is also a former high school teacher and principal.

We sat down with Christian Dacus who spoke on behalf of of largest Gay (LGBTQ+) rights advocacy organization in this state, Georgia Equality. Learn about the important intersection of black, gay and political and he share his passion for this work, for our community and what YOU can do to be more involved! Get ready to vote and engage in 2022 Dolls! This year and every year are important for our futures and those of our peoples. (Read more about this episode, support us, and buy merch at TheGaylyDose.com)

Mea Culpa, power grab, or simply because they can? State House Republicans have the backs of Gwinnett County's GOP minority, who are using that power to counter Democratic gains at the county level; Fixing a problem that doesn't exist is how the head of Georgia Equality, Jeff Graham, describes an effort by the Georgia Senate to prevent trans students from joining sports teams aligned with their gender identity; and Cobb County is set to vote on limits for short-term rentals, like AirBnB. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join Gregg as he welcomes Jeff Graham, executive director of Georgia Equality, as they discuss all things political for Georgia's LGBTQ community. Georgia Equality's mission is to advance fairness, safety and opportunity for lesbian, gay,...

Tuesday on Political Rewind: It has been 50 years since Atlanta's first gay Pride parade kicked off on Peachtree Street in Atlanta. Compared to its recent iterations, the march was a small event. At the time, homosexuality was illegal under Georgia law and members of the LGTBQ community typically lived lives in the shadows. But on June 27, 1971, they congregated in Atlanta to publicly demand an end to persecution. The years since have seen a slow but dramatic transformation in laws and societal understanding of the LGBTQ community in Georgia and across the country, though obstacles to true equality still remain. On today's show, we reflected on the atmosphere that surrounded the first public stirring of gay pride among demonstrators, on Peachtree Street marchers, and looked at just how far LGBTQ rights have come in the half century since. Panelists: Taylor Alxndr — Co-Founder and Executive Director of Southern Fried Queer Pride, Musician and Drag Performer Tamar Hallerman — Senior Reporter, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Jeff Graham — Executive Director, Georgia Equality Shannon Clawson — Statewide Outreach Manager, Georgia Equality

On this week's special episode of The Georgia Politics Podcast, Megan sits down with Shannon Clawson, State Outreach Manager for Georgia Equality, to discuss the national trend of legislation aimed at restricting transgender rights, particularly for young people. In Georgia, as in other states, there have been bills written specifically to target involvement of transgender youth in sports. Megan and Shannon discuss the arguments on both sides and the status of legislation. All that and more on this week's episode of The Georgia Politics Podcast. Connect with Georgia Equality On Facebook @GAEquality On Instagram @GAEquality On Twitter @GAEquality Connect with The Georgia Politics Podcast on Twitter @gapoliticspod Megan Gordon-Kane @meganlaneg Proud member of the Appen Podcast Network. #gapol

On the show this week is Jeff Graham, the Executive Director of Georgia Equality. He and Hans talk about the HIV epidemic in Atlanta, hate crime bills, trans people in the military - and much more!  Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WEuw-FAuB0E Follow Georgia Equality on Twitter @GAEquality or online at www.georgiaequality.org. Follow Inside the Box podcast on Twitter @insidetheboxpod.

On June 26, 2015, the Supreme Court of the United States, in a 5-4 decision declared same-sex marriage legal in all 50 states. In our episode today, we talk with the first couple to marry after the court's decision, Petrina Bloodworth and Emma Foulkes, a same-sex couple living in Atlanta, GA. They talk about how Jeff Graham, executive director of Georgia Equality, A LGBT advocacy organization helped them initiate the process, describe what it was like to wait until the passing of the law, and what married life looks like today. Georgia Equality Calls Supreme Court Ruling On Gay Marriage "National Victory" http://www.gpb.org/news/2015/06/26/georgia-equality-calls-supreme-court-ruling-on-gay-marriage-national-victory Gay Marriage Comes to Georgia http://specials.myajc.com/gay-marriage/ Same-Sex Couples Begin Marriages In Fulton County Courthouse https://www.wabe.org/same-sex-couples-begin-marriages-fulton-county-courthouse/

On this week's show we talk to Charlie Bailey, the Democratic candidate for Attorney General about his run for the top prosecutor job in the state. We also discuss the health care plans presented by Stacey Abrams and Brian Kemp. And Megan interviews Jeff Graham, the Executive Director of Georgia Equality, about religious freedom legislation and the stakes for LGBT Georgians of this fall's elections. Learn more about Charlie Bailey's campaign at his website. Learn more about Georgia Equality and how you can get involved. Subscribe to PeachPod on Apple Podcasts. Music Credit: Music by Joakim Karud http://youtube.com/joakimkarud

Jeff Graham, the executive director of Georgia Equality, unpacks the election results in metro Atlanta and discusses what it takes for LGBT candidates to win and get the group's endorsement, the Dec. 5 runoffs and what he hopes to hear out of Atlanta's mayoral contenders.

Guests: Dyana Bagby and Jeff Graham Shannon M Turner talks to Dyana Bagby and Jeff Graham about LGBT activism, including transgender rights, marriage equality, and the ongoing RFRA debate. Host: Shannon M. Turner

LouddMouthradio.com Covers the 4th Annual Out & Equal Atlanta Workplace Leadership Forum hosted by Newell Rubbermaid Headquarters Friday September 11, 2015  Jeff Graham Executive Director of Georgia Equality speaks on LGBT Diversity in the Workplace and the existing threats that still exist for LGBT residents in the State of Georgia. 

This Week's Episode: Conversation with Jazzie & Sonny on the Georgia Primary Votes as the Count Comes in for the Upcoming November 2014 Election. Listen in as we speak with State House & Senate Democratic Candidate Parties on May 20, 2014 Live on location at Radial Cafe in Atlanta LouddMouth Radio, Georgia Equality Election Night Watch Party May 20, 2014. 

Today History is Made! As the Statewide Georgia Marriage Equality Initiative Campaign launched by LouddMouth Radio Host Sonny & Jazzie invites the 21,000+ LGBTQ & Same Gender Loving Couples to Rise Up and be counted by taking action and going to their local counties on May 1st to apply for Marriage Licenses. Join in as other activist,organizations, LGBT allies and participating couples reflect on their personal experiences of this historic movement. 

Tonight on this Special Edition of What's On Your Mind Atlanta, Sonny & Jazzie Jones-Smith welcomes on the LouddMouth Radio Network Special Correspondents Roderick Watkins & JL King as they speak on the excitement brewing in the state of Georgia as "The Surge on Georgia Marriage Equality". Talk on the buzz from multiple press conferences and media coverage, personal interviews and commentary on the LouddMouth Radio "MayDay" Initiative & the recent announcement of the Class Action Marriage Lawsuit in the State of Georgia with Lambda Legal and the latest happenings around the area.

Live Coverage of Sonny & Jazzie Announcing the LouddMouthradio.com Savannah, Georgia Press Conference For the "MayDay" Georgia Marriage Equality Initiative April 16th, 2014 at the Muse Arts Warehouse 703D Louisville Road, Savannah, Georgia. Hosted by Agape Empowerment Ministries with Pastor Candace Hardnett & Evangelist Erika Majors, an Affirming, Non-Denominational Ministry of Savannah, Georgia. Sonny & Jazzie Jones-Smith Prepares the Savannah Metro Area for the upcoming May 1, 2014 Initiative. Announcement of Launch of Indiegogo Campaign for MayDay Georgia Marriage Equality http://igg.me/at/maydaygaequality.  

Listen in to the Live Coverage of LouddMouthradio.com's Press Conference of the May Day Georgia Marriage Equality Initiative Launch on April 8, 2014 from the Morrow Center in Morrow, Georgia. Follow the Campaign on Social Media at hashtag #MayDayGaEquality and on http://Louddmouthradio.com Call in and be a part of the show. 347-826-7520 Studio line For More info on the Initiative Announcement: http://www.prlog.org/12304834-sonny-jazzie-of-louddmouthradiocom-launches-mayday-georgia-marriage-equality-initiative.html