Author: JasonC

  • Former governor Barnes can keep his cows, city says

    The City of Marietta gave a victory to Governor Barnes in his battle to keep his beloved cows.  Apparently, his cows are grandfathered in, however, don’t look for Marietta’s cattle industry to grow beyond rich old folks craving a little nostalgia of days gone by.  You must have at least five acres of land to…

  • YDG Honors Young Democrats in the State House

    Young Democrats of Georgia will be hosting a holiday reception tonight at Manuel’s from 6:30 to 9:30 to honor and thank Young Democrats who serve in the Georgia General Assembly.  This is an open event. The young and young at heart are welcome to join us.  Confirmed honorees attending include: David Wilkerson, Stacey Godfrey Evans,…

  • Melvyn L. Fein: Chancellor Papp? Loss for KSU would be gain for the state

    Apparently, Kennesaw State University President Dr. Papp’s chances at becoming Chancellor of the University System of Georgia were hurt by the recent flap over Jessica Colotl.  Melvyn L. Fein a self-described conservative academic has some strong words for Dr. Papp’s critics in this excellent op-ed in today’s Marietta Daily Journal.

  • The State of The Georgia Democratic Party

    I just wrote and produced-badly-my first political video today. The characters I used are that of a seasoned Georgia Democratic operative and a young idealistic Democratic activist. Let me know what you think about it.

  • We May Need the Non-Insane Republicans

    Blocking Republican leadership backed legislation will be a futile effort for the next few cycles. Blocking crazy referendums and Constitutional amendments from reaching the ballot are really the only things our caucus can do for the foreseeable future. It is looking like we will only have 65-66 Democrats, so that will take near perfect party discipline.   Call…

  • Maryline Blackburn Press Release

    Blackburn was quick to point out what sets her apart from tax-hiker Rich Golick, “If elected to represent district 34 I will vote to restore cuts to education, keep our property taxes low and assure that our district has a representative that they know and can trust.”