Candidates for Lt Governor square off in debates

The two Republican candidates for lieutenant governor made a stop in Cherokee County on Monday night to answer questions from local residents. Click here for the story

All the Candidates will come together on June 6th, sponsored by the League of Women Voters. They have invited Casey Cagle, Greg Hecht, Griffin Lotson, Jim Martin, Steen Miles, Ralph Reed & Rufus Terrill to the Druid Hills Presbyterian Church, 1026 Ponce de Leon Ave. Atlanta 30306. Directions can be found at clicking here. Voter Registration volunteers will be available at the event and free child care will be provided. The Voter Registration Deadline for the Primary is June 19th.

Perdue Calls for Special Session

Given the recent decision regarding gay marriage, Governor Perdue has said he will calls for a Special Session on August 9th. Some others views

Former Atlanta city council president Cathy Woolard is in a committed relationship. Like many in the gay community, she worried the amendment denies her, and her partner, benefits straight couples take for granted. But, she said the state's battle bothers her as a taxpayer, because Georgia law already prohibits gay marriage.

But on a special session, Lt. Gov. Mark Taylor’s campaign said, “He hopes the courts will move quickly to overturn this decision, without the need for any other costly action. We'll reserve judgement on a special session until we see a court decision."

Secretary of State Cathy Cox, the other Democratic challenger, released a statement that said, “I strongly support Attorney General Thurbert Baker's ruling to appeal. Should his efforts fail, I agree that the general assembly should meet in special session."

Other papers have also reported around the state: In Savannah Now, Gov may call special session on gay marriage and a report by 11 Alive, The question now is will it work that way again? and in the Access North Georgia, Gay marriage ruling a boon for state GOP.

And what is the cost to us? The legislative fiscal office estimates $32,500 per day for a five-day session.

Campaign Round Up

The race for Governor has opinions directed in all directions...two months left before the primary and some are saying that Coxis dead in the water.

Meanwhile, the Macon Telegraph editorials are suggesting that Perdue's TV ads are misleading.

Strategic Vision recently released their polls based on 800 voters from May5-7.

Rep. Mickey Channell finds competition

As reported in Wilkes County's News-Reporter, Michael Horgan will run against Mickey Channell in the House District 116. The Republican, Rep Channell recently switched parties and is respected for his understanding of Medicaid issues. Channell currently serves on the sub committee that oversees the DHR and DCH budgets and so his support could be vital to the success of the Unlock the Waiting List Campaign.

Success! Now we must look forward...

The election is an exciting opportunity to develop relationships with state legislators that can help to Unlock Georgia's waiting lists for home and community based services. The first step is to find out who is running in your area.

Go to the Secretary of State's website for a list of persons who have already declared their intent for run for office.

Campaign Round Up

Rockdale Citizen News State Sen. John Douglas would push to eliminate Georgia’s state income tax and replace it with a 5 percent sales tax, or “FairTax.”

Red and Black Cagle said Reed was responsible for a “fraudulent” 1998 commercial, which accused Taylor of being a drug user. “That is despicable,” Cagle said.

Henry Daily Herald More candidates for Governor than Perdue, Cox, and Taylor. 2 more throw their hat in...