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Candidates' for governor of Georgia debated various issues. The candidates are former Representative Nathan Deal (R), former Governor Roy Barnes (D), and John Monds (L).

Participants paid tribute to the life and career of Former Mayor Maynard Jackson.

In the television studio, candidates answered questions posed by a panel of judges. Some of the topics discussed included education reform and spending from a state emergency fund. There was…

Participants talked about a report on state fiscal policies and the performance of governors in managing state budgets. Following their remarks they answered questions from the audience.

Witnesses testified about homeland security and domestic terrorism problems. Among the issues they addressed were levels of federal funding, long-term security plans, information sharing, st…

Witnesses testified about domestic security concerns and the ability of state and local governments to respond to disasters and terrorist attacks.

Members of the NGA Growth and Quality of Life Task Force heard speeches by the secretaries of the Interior and Housing and Urban Development, and Administrator Whitman, a former governor. T…

Governor Roy Barnes (D-GA) talked about the accomplishments of his administration during the last year and his goals and agenda for the coming year. Specifically he talked about the controve…

Georgia State legislator’s debated whether to adopt a new state flag with a smaller Confederate battle symbol. They discussed Southern heritage and racial sensitivity. The measure was passed…

Governor Roy Barnes announced his appointment of former Governor Zell Miller to the U.S. Senate seat of the late Senator Paul Coverdell. Governor Miller said that while he had been reluctant…

The National Governor’s Association Committee on Economic Development and Commerce held a session during their Winter meeting and talked about Internet access and broadband issues.

Governor Barnes delivered his first State of the State Address to the state legislature. He talked about his plans for the coming year. Specifically he talked about crime, traffic, education…

Participants discussed recommendations for school reform in the nation’s schools. They focused on the need of alternative certification for teachers, greater technology training for teachers…

Governors met to discuss how technology is used to improve student achievement. They heard from educators and students on the potential of technology in education. They also viewed videos on…

Governor Barnes talked about the National Governors' Association annual meeting from St. Louis. He discussed the theme of the meeting, “Increasing Student Achievement,” and the speech to gov…

Members of the Human Resource Committee and teachers discussed ways to improve the professional development of teachers. They focused on the National Boards for Professional Teaching Standar…

Judge Samuel Ozburn talked about the preparations for the dedication of the courthouse in Newton County, Georgia. Following his interview, Associate Justice Anthony Kennedy talked about the …

The Democratic Leadership Council National Convention held panel discussions on progressive ideas in state and local governments. Participants focused on ways to address urban sprawl and re…

At the 1999 State of the State, Georgia Governor Roy Barnes (D) discussed federal transportation funding that is needed to improve roads in rural communities. He stressed that if the funding…

Participants honored the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. They spoke about the success of the civil right movement to date. Some of those in attendance were Senator Max Cleland, D-Georgia, …