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May 14, 2008 – Strategic Vision Poll NEW
Chambliss Leads All Democrats; Jones Leads Democrats In Senate Race; McCain Leads Obama 54% To 40% in GA
Strategic Vision, LLC, a public relations and public affairs agency, announced the results of a three-day poll of 800 likely Georgia voters. In the Democratic race for the United States Senate, DeKalb County CEO Vernon Jones lead the pack with 28% followed by Dale Cardwell at 20%; Jim Martin at 15%; Rand Knight with 11%; and Josh Lanier with 5%. Undecided are at 21%. In a potential Senate match-up between Republican Senator Saxby Chambliss and Democrat DeKalb County CEO Vernon Jones, Chambliss led 58% to 29%; with 13% undecided. In a general election match-up for President, Republican Senator John McCain led Democrat Senator Barack Obama 54% to 40% with 6% undecided.
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May 14, 2008 – Georgia Budget & Policy Institute NEW
GBPI Analysis of TANF Program Budget: $32.7 Million Deficit Projected in FY 2010
The Georgia Budget and Policy Institute (GBPI) has released a new policy brief, “Tightening the Belt on Georgia’s TANF Program: Doing More with Less in FY 2008 and Beyond,” that tracks TANF appropriations across the Department of Human Resources. A key finding of the report is that the TANF budget will be facing a $32.7 million shortfall in FY 2010. The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is the federally funded welfare to work program. “Policymakers and DHR officials should have a thoughtful, data-driven discussion about which TANF budget priorities actually lead more Georgians to self-sufficiency,” said Robert Welsh, Policy Analyst of the GBPI. “There is simply not enough TANF dollars to maintain current funding levels, let alone any growth, in both work assistance and child welfare programs..."
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May 14, 2008 – Senator Judson Hill (R-Marietta) NEW
Governor Perdue signs key healthcare reform initiatives
Governor Sonny Perdue has signed two key pieces of legislation to address the needs of Georgia’s uninsured patients. Authored by Sen. Judson Hill (R-Marietta), Senate Bill 383 and House Bill 977 will insure more Georgia citizens by expanding the availability and affordability of healthcare insurance. “Georgians are suffering from sky-rocketing healthcare and insurance costs,” said Sen. Hill. “Governor Perdue’s signature makes Georgia the first state to deliver a patient-centered, prevention-focused free market solution that will provide greater financial security to thousands of working families through more affordable health insurance.”
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May 14, 2008 – Georgia Political Digest.com BREAKING NEWS
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May 8, 2008 – Georgia State University
Georgia State's College of Education launches infant through 5-year-old teacher education program
Researchers suggest children who spend time in high-quality early education programs have better test scores, improved language development, fewer behavior problems and other academic advantages. For these reasons, educators, legislators and parents in Georgia and across the nation are placing a greater significance on learning and development during children’s early years. To ensure enough educators are prepared to effectively teach children ages infant through 5, Georgia State will offer a new bachelor’s degree program this fall that provides students with academic preparation and field experience.
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May 7, 2008 – State Representative Tom Graves
Former Majority Leader Honors Rep. Graves
State Rep. Tom Graves (R-Ranger) will be honored for his tireless efforts to stem the tide of expansive government and to reduce the tax burden on Georgians. Graves will receive an award presented by FreedomWorks, a nationwide grassroots organization, led by former Congressional Majority Leader Dick Armey. Graves, who founded a conservative policy caucus in the Georgia House, will be given FreedomWorks first Legislative Entrepreneur award at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. tonight. The Republican from Ranger, Georgia, will join four members of Congress and the Florida Speaker of the House who will also be honored by FreedomWorks.
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May 7, 2008 – Georgia Senate
Governor signs tough new dog fighting law
Governor Sonny Perdue has signed an important piece of legislation setting tough new penalties for those who sell, train or transport dogs for the purpose of dog fighting in Georgia. Sponsored by Rep. Bobby Reese (R-Sugar Hill) and Sen. Chip Rogers (R-Woodstock), House Bill 301 expands current Georgia law on dog fighting to prohibit activities such as training dogs for fighting, organizing bets and advertising exhibitions. These new standards include penalties for those who actively participate in dog fighting.more >
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May 14, 2008 – Athens Banner-Herald Wednesday
Homeschoolers now have access to HOPE
May 14, 2008 – Insider Advantage Georgia
Perdue signs credit freeze legislation, charter schools measure, reservoirs bill
May 14, 2008 – Athens Banner-Herald
Governor's signature helps charter schools
May 14, 2008 – Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Commissioner Gena Abraham outlines her goals to reform the Georgia Department of Transportation
May 14, 2008 – Columbus Ledger-Enquirer
Georgia GOP to convene in Columbus
May 14, 2008 – Gainesville Times
Richardson wants to fill DOT board slot soon, aims for consensus pick, not another fight
May 14, 2008 – Marietta Daily Journal
Mulligan’s Obama shirt drawing protests over racism
May 14, 2008 – Atlanta Journal Constitution
Obama t-shirt draws protests
May 14, 2008 – Insider Advantage Georgia
Clelia Davis will become Speaker's chief of staff
May 14, 2008 – Atlanta Journal Constitution - COLUMN/BLOG
Political Insider: Mississippi CD one to watch and John Lewis' fight for the 5th
