Month: June 2018

Morning Reads for Friday, June 29, 2018

These merit badges look like fun. Finish this sentence: If someone has to say it’s NOT a power grab, it’s a __________. 61 days ‘til kickoff. Some schools don’t have to beg for it. Just sayin’. CNN now rated lower than Food Network. Still waiting. Creatures of habit. Suppose after enough of this you. Will.

Governor and Lt. Governor To FAA: Spaceport Camden Is Go For Launch

A lot of the focus of economic growth is around the metro Atlanta area….which makes since due to the fact that the majority of Georgia’s population works and/or resides in the metro area.  However, South Georgia is getting some well-deserved attention not just because of the Savannah port, but because of Spaceport Camden.  Spaceport Camden

Scam Alert: AG Office Warns of Email Scam Targeting Faith-Based Communities

The Office of the Attorney General has issued an alert “of an email scam targeting parishioners of several Catholic churches in Georgia:” “As cyber threats continue to evolve, we are making cybersecurity education for our small businesses, local governments, houses of worship and non-profits a priority,” said Attorney General Chris Carr. “Up to this point,

Cagle TV Ad: Kemp Mucks Things Up

Casey Cagle has released a new TV ad that compares Cagle to President Donald Trump by stating they both get things done. Cagle states that he and Governor Nathan Deal produced real results, including creating over 600,000 new jobs, cutting income taxes, and fighting against sanctuary cities. In comparison, Cagle’s ad states that Brian Kemp

Senator Isakson Addresses Veteran Tragedy At GA Capitol Yesterday

Senator Johnny Isakson is Chairman of the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee. As I noted in a recent column, his committee has been passing a series of reform measures aimed at fixing the myriad of problems within the V.A. system. Despite progress, many veterans still need help. Senator Isakson’s remarks were optimistic about the improvements while

Supreme Court Justice Kennedy Retires; Two Georgians On Replacement List

This afternoon, Supreme Court Associate Justice Anthony Kennedy announced his retirement after the court concluded it’s term. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has already stated that he looks forward to having a replacement nominee confirmed this fall. The Supreme Court begins its next term in October, so presumably, there will be no effective vacancy. President

Consumer Alert: Credit Freezes Free in Georgia Beginning July 1

The office of Chris Carr, Attorney General of Georgia, has issued an important consumer alert that can potentially aid Georgia citizens in protecting their credit, especially in light of the repeated failures of governmental agencies and private companies in protecting data from breaches: This year, Governor Deal signed Senate Bill 376, allowing Georgians to freeze

Kemp Campaign Responds to Cagle Campaign’s Demand

Ryan Mahoney, Kemp for Governor spokesman: “It’s depressing to watch what career politicians – who are on the verge of indictment – will do when their poll numbers and fundraising are lagging. “Every contribution received by Kemp for Governor is vetted by both our compliance and legal teams. We have gone above and beyond what’s

SCOTUS Returns Water Wars Case To Special Master

It’s Not over. The Tri-State Water Wars have remanded the Tri State Water Wars case back to the Special Master. In a 5-4 decision, SCOTUS has said that different criteria need to be considered. You can read the full decision here. The case follows after a recommendation from a Special Master in February of 2017