On this edition of Closer Look: It is the first and only debate between Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock and his Republican challenger, Herschel Walker. The WABE politics team checks in from the debate site in Savannah. The Atlanta Jewish Foundation gave away nearly $55 million in grants to local organizations this year. Chief Foundation Officer, Jori Mendel explains who received them and why. And, the new documentary, “Rising Against Asian Hate” looks at the exponential increase in hate crimes against Asian Americans during the Covid pandemic and how it fueled the March 2021 mass shootings at three spas in Atlanta.

<p>On this edition of Closer Look: It is the first and only debate between Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock and his Republican challenger, Herschel Walker. The WABE politics team checks in from the debate site in Savannah. The Atlanta Jewish Foundation gave away nearly $55 million in grants to local organizations this year. Chief Foundation Officer, Jori Mendel explains who received them and why. And, the new documentary, “Rising Against Asian Hate” looks at the exponential increase in hate crimes against Asian Americans during the Covid pandemic and how it fueled the March 2021 mass shootings at three spas in Atlanta.</p>

"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.

<p>"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.</p>

Closer Look with Rose Scott

Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock and Republican challenger Herschel Walker set to debate; The Atlanta Jewish Federation’s philanthropy; Rising against Asian Hate