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Johnny Isakson
(Clockwise) Sen. Raphael Warnock; Chase Oliver; Herschel Walker
October 27, 2022, 10:33 am
Senate Race Gets Personal
The contest featuring Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker has focused as much on character as policy.
By Dave Schechter
(From left) Democrat Lucy McBath; State Rep. Donna McLeod; ncumbent Democrat Carolyn Bourdeaux
May 13, 2022, 12:15 pm
Red Light or Blue Light in 6th and 7th Districts
Redistricting shifted the political landscape, leading to headline-making Democratic primary.
By Dave Schechter
December 21, 2021, 5:03 pm
Jewish Atlanta Remembers Isakson as a Friend
The late Senator was “an incredible example of the importance of finding common ground and mutual respect.”
By Dave Schechter
Gov. Brian Kemp said, “By making it easy to vote and hard to cheat, we can ensure Georgia’s elections are safe, accessible, and fair!”
March 26, 2021, 1:00 pm
Kemp Signs Georgia Voting Overhaul
The sweeping changes already are being challenged in federal court.
By Dave Schechter
Democrats Jon Ossoff and Rev. Raphael Warnock are making history in their own rights as the seeming winners of the recent runoff elections.
January 7, 2021, 4:32 pm
Electoral History in the Eye of the Beholder
The apparent wins in the Senate runoffs by Rev. Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff prompt happiness, pride and concern on issues of particular interest to the Jewish community.
By Dave Schechter
State Farm Arena where Georgia votes are being counted. // Nathan Posner for the AJT
November 6, 2020, 7:06 am
The Nation and World Watch Georgia Count
There can be little doubt now that Georgia is an electoral battleground and, at the federal level, a “purple” state.
By Dave Schechter
October 28, 2020, 8:02 am
Letter to the Editor: Jeff Kunkus
The AJT welcomes your letters. If you would like your letter to be published, please write 200 words or less, and send it to editor@atljewishtimes.com.
By Jeff Kunkus
October 28, 2020, 7:17 am
Election Day is Near
Take a deep breath when the polls close, as record numbers of absentee ballots in Georgia mean some races are not decided Tuesday night.
By Dave Schechter
October 16, 2020, 6:17 am
What You Should Know About the 2020 Election
On Nov. 3, the folks who administer elections in Georgia hope to avoid a repeat of the problems that plagued the June 9 primary and sullied the state’s reputation.
By Dave Schechter
Matt Lieberman says that he will not be "distracted" or "deterred" in his campaign for the U.S. Senate.
August 10, 2020, 7:20 am
Lieberman Novel Embroiled in Racial Controversy
The Jewish Democrat defends the alleged racial content of his literary work in the face of criticism and calls for him to withdraw from Senate race.
By Dave Schechter
People waited in long lines on Tuesday to vote in Georgia’s primary. ELIJAH NOUVELAGE / GETTY IMAGES
June 12, 2020, 7:52 am
Finger-pointing in Georgia’s Messy Primary Election
Ossoff now gears up for November contest against GOP Senate incumbent, 7th District Dems head to August run off, and 6th to offer 2018 rematch.
By Dave Schechter
Gov. David Perdue.
May 29, 2020, 7:18 am
Democratic Senate Race Headlines June 9 Primary
As he awaits his Democratic opponent for November, Republican incumbent Perdue has warned supporters that ‘Georgia is in play.’
By Dave Schechter
October 16, 2019, 10:35 am
Politically-Inclined Lean Toward Georgia Politics
Take a look at some of the big names seeking office in the early stages of the buildup to the 2020 congressional elections.
By Dave Schechter
Johnny Isakson is resigning for health reasons.
September 4, 2019, 10:30 am
Local Jewish Leaders Laud Isakson
With news of Senator Johnny Isakson's retirement, Jewish community leaders reflect on his career.
By Dave Schechter
Photo by Bernice Isaac // Man of the hour, Rabbi Lewis takes center stage. Behind him are his portrait and a plaque announcing a new rabbinic suite in his honor.
May 29, 2019, 12:29 pm
Lewis Takes Well-Deserved Bow at Westin
300 people gathered for Congregation Etz Chaim’s gala honoring Rabbi Shalom Lewis and his transition to emeritus after serving 40 years as the first spiritual leader.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
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