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Communications on the Better Georgia Podcast
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Candidate School Lesson 5: Communications

 My name is Louis Elrod. I’m the Political Director at Better Georgia, and since 2008 I have managed campaigns at the local and state level, helping candidates and organizations win progressive victories in a red state. Activists like me have helped a lot of people run for office, and we know there’s a huge amount of information that first-time candidates need to learn quickly. That’s why we put together this six-episode podcast featuring interviews

Hiring Staff on the Better Georgia Podcast
Better Georgia

Candidate School Lesson 6: Hiring Staff

 My name is Louis Elrod. I’m the Political Director at Better Georgia, and since 2008 I have managed campaigns at the local and state level, helping candidates and organizations win progressive victories in a red state. Activists like me have helped a lot of people run for office, and we know there’s a huge amount of information that first-time candidates need to learn quickly. That’s why we put together this six-episode podcast featuring interviews

Elections

‘From a march to a movement:’ Organizers shape 2018 Atlanta Women’s March into a rally

Last year, the Atlanta March for Social Justice and Women became one of the largest social-justice gatherings in Georgia history. Over 60,000 people — six times the predicted number — showed up to march for civil liberties and human rights. The march, which was part of a nationwide movement with 673 sister marches across the country, came a day after Trump’s inauguration. His presidency was one of the many reasons Georgians stood up to march.   This Saturday,

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Podcast Ep. 71: Better Alabama

Today on the Better Georgia podcast, we’re joined by Jennifer Young, education professional and political activist in Georgia. We’re going over the recent election in Alabama, how women of color played a huge role, and what it means for us here in Georgia. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, and be sure to leave us a Rating and Review! I had enough hope to believe that Alabama could [vote Doug Jones], I just didn’t

70 December 5 Election Results on the Better Georgia Podcast
Better Georgia

Podcast Ep. 70: December 5 Election Results

Today on the Better Georgia podcast, we are joined by education professional and political activist Jennifer Young. We’re talking about the recent election, the new mayor of Atlanta, and the many ways this election is changing the state of Georgia. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, and be sure to leave us a Rating and Review! I can’t help but feel like there’s a sea change. Does this signal the beginning of the shift

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Podcast Ep. 69: NARAL Pro-Choice Georgia

 Today on the Better Georgia podcast, we have with us Laura Simmons, Georgia State Director at NARAL Pro-Choice America. We’re discussing NARAL’s role in fighting for women’s reproductive rights, and what they are working toward in the upcoming legislative session and midterm election. You can Subscribe and Listen to the Podcast on iTunes, and be sure to leave us a Rating and Review! Women’s issues need to be at the forefront.” – Laura Simmons Show Notes: Why