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Who will succeed Jesse Jackson as the galvanizing voice for diversity?
Now that the Rev. Jesse Jackson has passed, America needs leaders who will pick up the mantle of fighting for diversity, equity and inclusion like he did.
Why so many ethnic Black Americans are sitting out anti-ICE protests
Ethnic Black Americans — enslaved, freed and oppressed — pushed for centuries to extend the American Dream to all groups, but the respect was not reciprocal.
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How the Rev. Jesse Jackson got corporate America to take diversity seriously
The Rev. Jesse Jackson did not just march on the streets. He went to corporate America C-suite leaders to demand opportunities for Americans of diverse backgrounds.
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Congress can do better — and so can Georgia
In his final column for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Jamie Dupree says little has changed over the last five years in Congress. That's not a good thing.
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Ga. small businesses shouldn’t have to sacrifice health care coverage to grow
As family health care premiums continue to rise annually, small businesses are facing tough choices about offering health coverage, but a state bill would create a new option.
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Before Obama, Jesse Jackson shaped Black America’s political imagination
Rev. Jesse Jackson's charisma and abilities were unmatched by his rivals, and while he didn't win the American presidency, he paved the way for Barack Obama to do so.
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Apalachee High shooting is a tragic case of parental irresponsibility
Colt Gray's parents and the system failed him when he needed mental health care.
Why the Atlanta Hawks should cancel promotional night with Magic City
San Antonio Spurs player Luke Kornet objects to the Atlanta Hawks partnering with strip club Magic City on a promotional night because of its objectification of women.
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DOT Secretary: Georgia trip shows why U.S. is in golden age of travel
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy visits Georgia and explains why the trip reinforced his belief in Trump's policies.
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Georgia can’t afford to eliminate income tax, but we can make rates fairer
Georgia Republican senators want to eliminate the income tax, but that approach won't help working-class citizens or the Peach State's budget.














