Alarm bells sounded in Richard Case’s head Thursday night as he watched President Joe Biden struggle mightily to get through his debate with former President Donald Trump. “He came out lackluster with no energy, and that lack of energy lasted throughout the entire debate,” Case, a South Fulton resident, said of Biden following Capital B […]
2024 election
Posted inElections, Politics & Policy, Uncategorized, Voting, What Black Voters Are Saying
Are Atlanta’s Black Seniors President Biden’s Secret Weapon?
If President Joe Biden wins reelection in November, it will likely be due to the unwavering support of people like Coretha Easterling. For the past 21 years, the 76-year-old has lived at southwest Atlanta’s Barge Road Senior High Rise, where last Friday she and about 20 other Black elders helped kick off a routine political […]
Posted inElections, Politics & Policy, Voting
Advocates Are Working to Ensure Homeless Georgians Can Vote in November
James McWhorter was surprised in October when he received a letter in the mail informing him a DeKalb County resident had challenged his eligibility to vote because his listed address didn’t match the driver’s license he used to register back in 2008. The 55-year-old barber and Army veteran, who lives in Stone Mountain, explained at […]
Posted inLocal Politics, Politics & Policy
What to Know Before You Vote for District Attorney
Democratic voters in Fulton County will choose between incumbent District Attorney Fani Willis and Christian Wise Smith, a former prosecutor and current criminal defense attorney, as their choice for the county’s DA for the next four years. The primary vote is happening against the backdrop of the high-profile RICO prosecutions against former President Donald Trump […]
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Who’s on Your Ballot? Find Out With This Comprehensive Voter Guide.
Voters face a lot of choices at the ballot box. That’s why The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Atlanta Civic Circle partnered to create “Georgia Decides,” a comprehensive online voter guide for the 2024 elections. The guide has detailed profiles on candidates running for Congress, Georgia House of Representatives, Georgia Senate, district attorney, judicial offices, and various […]
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Got Election Questions, ATL? Here’s How ‘Ask Capital B’ Can Help.
Every election season raises a ton of critical questions in our community. For some people, the pressing issues are, “Who’s running and why should they get my vote?” Others seek basic information on how to register to vote, locate their polling place, or navigate new voter laws. Meanwhile, many in our community ponder, “Why should […]
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Capital B ATL Event Connects Residents With County and Statewide Candidates
Join us at The Ke’nekt Cooperative on May 16 for a free community event focused on helping Atlanta’s Black communities navigate local, county, and state elections that often fly under the radar. “Connect With Your Candidates” aims to foster a constructive dialogue among community members about the significance of their votes, the impact of down-ballot […]
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Mark Your Calendars: Important Election Dates and Deadlines
Ready to make your voice heard, Atlanta? The primary election is just around the corner, on May 21, and early voting just kicked off Monday, April 29. Check out those and other key dates and deadlines below related to the primary. Mark your calendars — and don’t miss out on your chance to make a […]
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3 Key Takeaways from the ACLU’s Fulton Sheriff’s Town Hall
As the top law enforcement officer in the county, the Fulton County sheriff plays a vital role by operating the county’s jails, providing security to the courts and superior court judges, and managing a $146 million budget, among other duties. However, polling done by the American Civil Liberties Union of Georgia shows that Fulton voters […]
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Biden’s SOTU Gaza Comments Won’t Stop Protest Vote Against Him in Georgia
President Joe Biden’s State of the Union remarks on Gaza weren’t enough to persuade some of his former supporters in Georgia to end their protest vote campaign against him ahead of Tuesday’s Democratic primary. Interfaith organizers launched their “Leave It Blank” initiative earlier this week. They’re asking Democratic primary voters who want a permanent stop […]