Politics and Policy

Changing demographics, changing politics and policies.

As HB1105 is signed into law, steps already underway to ensure security for immigrants.

Among them: a rideshare program offering free rides.

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South Asian voter group splits with parent PAC to form Desis For Democracy

They See Blue says they don’t want any part in painting Democrats in a negative light, but its Georgia chapter maintains accountability is essential.

“I’m very proud of him.” As Brookhaven swears in Georgia’s first Asian American Mayor, his proud parents look on.

The City witnesses a historic night as it also welcomes its first Latino councilman.

Eid and other religious holidays don’t make it into Gwinnett County school calendar

GCPS Board of Education announced on Thursday it would stick with similar calendar to previous ones for the next two academic years

Education on hold: How Georgia has made it hard for DACA recipients to afford a college degree

As state representatives consider whether to offer in-state tuition for DACA recipients, 285 South speaks to one Dalton resident who had to choose between his own education and supporting his family.

Voting for the first time – ever. “It feels so great.”

Abu Talib and Shokat Islam are part of Georgia's Rohingya community. After being stateless their entire lives, they are finally able to cast a vote.

Get out the vote efforts in immigrant communities are in full swing. But what does that actually look like on the ground?

An afternoon with canvasser Jose Valtierra.

Getting out the vote in Clarkston

Hannah Joy Gebresilassie grew up going to church in Clarkston. Now, she's trying to help inform residents in the community about the electoral process.

In immigrant dense metro Atlanta, the suburbs are rising power centers.

City planner Anna Joo Kim explains why Atlanta is a sign of what's to come.