On today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” With Georgia’s decision-making vote in the last presidential race, expect the Peach State to be the focus of much campaigning by Democrats and Republicans. Atlanta-based political strategist Fred Hicks explains what voters will see leading up to November 5th.




Also, Sunday marks 21 years since the passing of Maynard Jackson, the first Black mayor Atlanta. We look back on how people recalled his vision for the city. Hear from those who knew him best, including Jackson’s widow and the Former First Lady of Atlanta, Valerie Jackson, about the statesman and his history-making time in office. 

On today’s “<a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Closer Look with Rose Scott</a>,” With Georgia’s decision-making vote in the last presidential race, expect the Peach State to be the focus of much campaigning by Democrats and Republicans. Atlanta-based political strategist <a href="https://fredhicks.com/bio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fred Hicks</a> explains what voters will see leading up to November 5th. Also, Sunday marks 21 years since the passing of <a href="https://mlk.wabe.org/valerie-jackson-reflects-late-husband-maynard-jacksons-legacy/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Maynard Jackson</a>, the first Black mayor Atlanta. We look back on how people recalled his vision for the city. Hear from those who knew him best, including Jackson’s widow and the Former First Lady of Atlanta, Valerie Jackson, about the statesman and his history-making time in office.&nbsp;

"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.

"Closer Look with Rose Scott" brings you the issues that impact where we live, how we interact, and how we can all thrive. It’s not just about Atlanta; it’s a program for Atlanta. Rose connects with community leaders, CEOs, policymakers, and people who don't often get a platform, and she brings you in on the conversation.

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