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Georgia General Assembly
An estimated 27 percent of the state's active voters cast ballots in the primary election.
May 20, 2026, 12:50 pm
Jewish Candidates Win, Lose, and Earn Runoff Slots
An estimated 27 percent of the state's active voters cast ballots in the primary election.
By Dave Schechter
Early voting for the runoff election began on June 8 and runs through June 12. Polls on June 16 will open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.
May 1, 2026, 11:16 am
Jewish Candidates Scrap in Georgia House Race
The lone Jewish member of the General Assembly faces a primary challenge from her left.
By Dave Schechter
The Jewish Community Relations Council of Atlanta will host Peach Politics 2026 on Feb. 10 at the Coverdell Legislative Office Building.
January 28, 2026, 10:23 am
JCRC to Host Peach Politics Breakfast & Panel
The event will be held on Feb. 10 at the Coverdell Legislative Office Building.
By Compiled by AJT staff
Recent studies have shown that early cell phone usage can lead to isolation and estrangement in family life.
January 28, 2026, 10:18 am
Children’s Use of Cell Phones Criticized as Harmful
New research points to the dangers of smartphone and social media use among the young.
By Bob Bahr
Debra Shigley lost in the primary election for state Senate District 21 to Republican Jason Dickerson.
December 30, 2025, 11:45 pm
2025 YIR: Shigley Loses Second Race for the Legislature
Shigley won 39.5 percent of the primary vote, finishing well ahead of six Republicans, but not enough to win the seat outright.
By Dave Schechter
Debra Shigley was defeated Sept. 23 in her bid to represent state Senate District 21.
September 26, 2025, 10:35 am
Shigley Loses State Senate Bid
Democratic Rep. Esther Panitch remains the only Jewish member of the General Assembly.
By Dave Schechter
Jewish Democrat Debra Shigley is running for the District 21 seat in the Georgia Senate.
August 13, 2025, 10:21 am
Jewish Democrat Makes Second Run for State Legislature
Debra Shigley faces six Republicans in Aug. 26 state Senate primary.
By Dave Schechter
Defining antisemitism again is a top priority for Atlanta’s Jewish communal organizations during this year’s state legislative session.
January 10, 2024, 1:22 pm
Jewish Priorities Under the Gold Dome
Defining antisemitism again is a top priority for Atlanta's Jewish communal organizations.
By Dave Schechter
Georgia General Assembly had a long day on March 29, 2023, when they failed to adopt the antisemitism definition.
December 27, 2023, 10:45 am
YIR: Antisemitism Definition Debate to Resume in 2024
The legislation would have made the IHRA definition the standard for determining whether antisemitism was the motive for an act of discrimination or a criminal offense.
By Dave Schechter
(From left) Attorney Mark Goldfeder, Marietta Republican Rep. John Carson, and Sandy Springs Democratic Rep. Esther Panitch at a Georgia House Judiciary Committee meeting earlier this year.
December 27, 2023, 10:45 am
YIR: Antisemitism Bill Fails in Georgia Again
The lack of action on the last day of the session irritated Jewish supporters, who vow to try again next year.
By Compiled by AJT staff
April 12, 2023, 12:58 pm
Letter to the Editor: Richard Sherman
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By Richard Sherman
Georgia general assembly had a long day on March 29, 2023, when they failed to adopt the antisemitism definition.
March 30, 2023, 3:38 pm
Antisemitism Bill Fails in Georgia Again
The lack of action on the last day of the session irritated Jewish supporters, who vow to try again next year.
By Dave Schechter
March 29, 2023, 12:40 pm
Letter to the Editor: Sarah B. Akins
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By Sarah B. Akins
Dr. Mark Goldfeder, Esq.
March 29, 2023, 12:33 pm
Antisemitism and HB30
Dr. Mark Goldfeder, Esq. expresses his opinion on the proposed antisemitism bill.
By Dr. Mark Goldfeder
Dr. Mark Goldfeder, guest contributor
February 15, 2023, 12:08 pm
Voicing Support for Proposed Antisemitism Bill
Dr. Mark Goldfeder, Esq. is director of the National Jewish Advocacy Center and Counsel for Hillels of Georgia. 
By Dr. Mark Goldfeder
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