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Burt Jones Launches Bid for Georgia Governor with Bold Conservative Agenda
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones officially enters the race for Georgia governor with a conservative message focused on cutting taxes, combating fentanyl, and defending parental rights. As the GOP primary field begins to shape up, Jones positions himself as a bold,
Cobb Democrats Cheer for NYC Socialist Zohran Mamdani While Local Republicans Sound the Alarm
As Cobb County families gear up for the Fourth of July, local Cobb Democrats are backing NYC socialist Zohran Mamdani, raising alarms among Georgia conservatives. With radical ideas like abolishing billionaires and defunding the police gaining traction, Cobb Republicans warn
Supreme Court Strikes Down Judicial Overreach—A Win for the Constitution, Not Just Trump
In a landmark 6-3 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court handed President Trump a major win, curbing lower courts’ abuse of nationwide injunctions and affirming the executive branch’s right to govern without partisan sabotage. The ruling paves the way for Trump’s
Federal Judge Blocks Georgia’s Social Media Law Designed to Protect Kids
A federal judge has temporarily blocked Georgia’s Protecting Georgia’s Children on Social Media Act (SB 351), which would have required social media platforms to verify users’ ages and obtain parental consent for those under 16. The law was signed into effect
Cursive Writing Makes a Comeback in Cobb Classrooms
Cursive writing is making a comeback in Georgia classrooms this fall, thanks to a statewide push to restore traditional skills in public education. With support from state and local leaders, including Cobb County, students will once again learn to read
OP-ED: The Latest Cobb County Planned Protests Are Just More Political Theater, And the Script Is Rotten
Indivisible Cobb is hosting a protest in East Cobb defending illegal aliens, including an alleged MS-13 gang member, as “victims” of Trump’s immigration enforcement. But make no mistake: this isn’t about justice or immigrants. It’s anti-Trump political theater.
Supreme Court Upholds Tennessee Ban on Transgender Care for Minors
On June 18, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6–3 to uphold Tennessee’s law banning gender-affirming care for minors—covering puberty blockers and hormone therapy.
Low Turnout, High Stakes: PSC Race Moves Toward November Showdown
Tim Echols secures the GOP nomination for Georgia’s Public Service Commission (PSC) as Cobb County Republicans turn out decisively. Low voter turnout and high utility bills shape the race ahead of the November showdown.
“No Kings” Protest Sparks Concern Just Days Before America’s True ‘No King’ Day
While left-wing activists gathered in Atlanta for a so-called “No Kings Day” protest, many Americans couldn’t help but ask: what exactly are they protesting? This country rejected monarchy nearly 250 years ago. It’s called Independence Day—July 4th—and it stands as
Advance Voting Ends Today for the GA Public Service Commissioner Special Primary Election
Today is the final day of advance voting in Cobb County for the Public Service Commission special primary election, but turnout remains low. As of Thursday, only 3,275 early votes have been cast, a concerning figure given the importance of
OP-ED: Nails, Narratives, and Nonsense: The Cobb Democrats’ Guide to Losing Touch With Voters
When did upholding immigration law become controversial? Cobb Democrats are outraged that ICE dared to enforce the law. Their latest anti-ICE rant reveals the truth: it’s not about compassion, it’s about power.
Cobb Lawmaker Joins Protest Against ICE Enforcement Outside Atlanta Field Office
As protests against U.S. immigration laws spread nationwide, Cobb State Representative Gabriel Sanchez appeared at a rally outside the Atlanta ICE field office, standing with activists who called for an end to federal immigration enforcement.
Georgia Lawmakers Join National Effort to Block Federal AI Regulation Freeze
A bipartisan group of Georgia lawmakers is joining national colleagues to challenge a hidden provision in a federal spending bill that could tie states’ hands on artificial intelligence AI regulations for a decade.
“Too Little, Too Late”: Mableton Bus Depot Sparks Lawsuit Amid Community Outcry
The Cobb County School District is pressing ahead with plans to build a controversial new bus depot in Mableton, despite a year of community opposition. Local residents are now taking legal action to halt the project, citing violations of state
Growing Concerns Over ActBlue’s Role in U.S. Elections, Why Are Georgia Democrats Still Using It?
The Committee on House Administration is raising serious concerns about the Democrat fundraising platform ActBlue and its potential for fraud and foreign donations. Yet, some Georgia and Cobb County Democrats continue using it for their campaigns. Why?
State Senator Brian Strickland Announces 2026 Bid for Georgia Attorney General
State Senator Brian Strickland has officially entered the 2026 election for Georgia Attorney General, running on a tough-on-crime, pro-Constitution platform. At his campaign launch on June 3, Strickland pledged to fight public corruption, enforce secure elections, protect the Second Amendment,
Georgia Democrats Exploit Tragedy of Adriana Smith to Push Pro-Abortion Lies
Georgia Democrats are shamelessly using the tragic case of Adriana Smith to spread disinformation about the state’s abortion law, all to serve their radical pro-abortion agenda. We call out these bad actors by name and set the record straight.
Senate District 21 Special Election: Could a Democrat Flip This Republican Stronghold?
Senate District 21, a longtime Republican stronghold near Cobb County, faces an unpredictable special election this August. With seven GOP candidates and a well-funded Democrat hoping to capitalize on low turnout and suburban shifts, the stakes are high. Can Georgia
OP-ED: Kennesaw’s Dangerous Drift, Why Councilman Gutierrez’s Push to Decriminalize Cannabis Is Reckless and Wrong
Councilman Anthony Gutierrez’s push to decriminalize cannabis in Kennesaw isn’t just reckless, it’s dangerous.
Chronic Absences on the Rise: Cobb County Schools Join Statewide Effort to Tackle Truancy
Georgia lawmakers are addressing rising chronic absenteeism rates in schools post-pandemic. New legislation and local efforts in Cobb County and across the state aim to tackle this growing issue and support student success.
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Burt Jones Launches Bid for Georgia Governor with Bold Conservative Agenda
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones officially enters the race for Georgia governor with a conservative message focused on cutting taxes, combating fentanyl, and defending parental rights. As the GOP primary field begins to shape up, Jones positions himself as a bold,
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Burt Jones Launches Bid for Georgia Governor with Bold Conservative Agenda
Lt. Gov. Burt Jones officially enters the race for Georgia governor with a conservative message focused on cutting taxes, combating fentanyl, and defending parental rights. As the GOP primary field begins to shape up, Jones positions himself as a bold,
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