Votes are still being counted, but former President Donald Trump is the projected winner of the 2024 presidential election, defeating Democratic opponent Vice President Kamala Harris. On today's special edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott," we open the phone lines to hear from Georgia voters. Rose is joined by GSU politics and policy professor Tammy Greer and Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst Fred Hicks. They provide analysis of the presidential race and several other key local races. They also discuss what’s next for the Republicans and Democrats.

Votes are still being counted, but former President Donald Trump is the projected winner of the 2024 presidential election, defeating Democratic opponent Vice President Kamala Harris. On today's special edition of "Closer Look with Rose Scott,"&nbsp;we open the phone lines to hear from Georgia voters. Rose is joined by GSU politics and policy professor&nbsp;<a href="https://aysps.gsu.edu/profile/tammy-greer/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tammy Greer</a> and Atlanta-based political strategist and analyst <a href="https://fredhicks.com/bio/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fred Hicks</a>. They provide analysis of the presidential race and several other key local races. They also discuss what’s next for the Republicans and Democrats.

"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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A newly published Kindred Futures report examines the intersection of climate resilience and racial wealth equity in Atlanta. The report is titled "A Beloved Community, A Brighter Tomorrow.” The 68-page document breaks down how rising utility costs, extreme heat, flooding and other environmental harms extract wealth from Southwest Atlanta homeowners, renters and business owners. It also outlines collective action steps stakeholders can take to assist Black communities in protecting their assets and reducing vulnerabilities. On today’s Closer Look, we hear from Dr. Alex Camardelle, the vice president of policy and research at Kindred Futures. He shares some of the report’s key findings and policy recommendations.

 

From 1989 to 1993, Dr. Louis W. Sullivan served as the 17th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under President George H.W. Bush. He’s also celebrated for his courageous choice that founded the Morehouse School of Medicine. During a recent visit to his home just outside of Atlanta, Dr. Sullivan sat down for a conversation with Closer Look host Rose Scott. To discuss his legacy and the need for the U.S. to remain curious and engaged with science, education, and public health.

A newly published<a href="https://kindredfutures.org/"> Kindred Futures</a> report examines the intersection of climate resilience and racial wealth equity in Atlanta. The report is titled<a href="https://kindredfutures.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/KF-BascReport.pdf"> "A Beloved Community, A Brighter Tomorrow.&rdquo;</a> The 68-page document breaks down how rising utility costs, extreme heat, flooding and other environmental harms extract wealth from Southwest Atlanta homeowners, renters and business owners. It also outlines collective action steps stakeholders can take to assist Black communities in protecting their assets and reducing vulnerabilities. On today&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">Closer Look</a>, we hear from<a href="https://kindredfutures.org/about/our-team/dr-alex-camardelle/"> Dr. Alex Camardelle</a>, the vice president of policy and research at Kindred Futures. He shares some of the report&rsquo;s key findings and policy recommendations.
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From 1989 to 1993, Dr. <a href="https://www.gold-foundation.org/newsroom/blog/from-georgia-to-the-nations-capital-the-honorable-dr-louis-sullivan-made-a-remarkable-impact-by-advocating-for-humane-and-equitable-care-for-all/">Louis W. Sullivan</a> served as the 17th Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under President George H.W. Bush. He&rsquo;s also celebrated for his courageous choice that founded the Morehouse School of Medicine. During a recent visit to his home just outside of Atlanta, Dr. Sullivan sat down for a conversation with <a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">Closer Look</a> host Rose Scott. To discuss his legacy and the need for the U.S. to remain curious and engaged with science, education, and public health.

Kindred Futures report connects environmental risk to racial wealth gap; Dr. Louis Sullivan’s lifelong dedication to public health

Atlanta City Councilmember Wayne Martin says there are plenty of nights when he still thinks about what it felt like to go from homelessness to finally having a place to call home. He remembers lying down at night and thinking about all the different beds he slept in as a child, including the time his family lived in hotels before entering a shelter. That lived experience, he says, has shaped every job he’s held and ultimately pushed him to run for office, and now work as a councilmember. On today’s Closer Look, Martin shares what issues he wants to address as the representative for District 11.

Carrollton, Georgia, is quite different from the city of Atlanta, but for newly elected Atlanta councilmember Thomas Worthy, moving from his small southern hometown to Georgia’s capital was pivotal. “I think I am an absolute beneficiary of the opportunity that this city offers.” Worthy calls Atlanta an opportunity machine and says it’s one of the reasons he wanted to serve the city that has given so much to his career and has been a great place for him and his wife and to raise their three children. Worthy represents District 7, which consists mostly of north Atlanta. His main priorities include a check on “basic blocking and tackling” of city services, which include infrastructure and zoning issues. Worthy explained more about what he’s focusing on for his constituents on today’s Closer Look.

Atlanta City Councilmember <a href="https://citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/council-members/wayne-martin">Wayne Martin</a> says there are plenty of nights when he still thinks about what it felt like to go from homelessness to finally having a place to call home. He remembers lying down at night and thinking about all the different beds he slept in as a child, including the time his family lived in hotels before entering a shelter. That lived experience, he says, has shaped every job he&rsquo;s held and ultimately pushed him to run for office, and now work as a councilmember. On today&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">Closer Look</a>, Martin shares what issues he wants to address as the representative for District 11.
Carrollton, Georgia, is quite different from the city of Atlanta, but for newly elected Atlanta councilmember <a href="https://citycouncil.atlantaga.gov/council-members/thomas-worthy">Thomas Worthy</a>, moving from his small southern hometown to Georgia&rsquo;s capital was pivotal. &ldquo;I think I am an absolute beneficiary of the opportunity that this city offers.&rdquo; Worthy calls Atlanta an opportunity machine and says it&rsquo;s one of the reasons he wanted to serve the city that has given so much to his career and has been a great place for him and his wife and to raise their three children. Worthy represents District 7, which consists mostly of north Atlanta. His main priorities include a check on &ldquo;basic blocking and tackling&rdquo; of city services, which include infrastructure and zoning issues. Worthy explained more about what he&rsquo;s focusing on for his constituents on today&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">Closer Look</a>.

From Homelessness to City Hall - Wayne Martin’s Journey to Represent Southwest Atlanta; Thomas Worthy Talks Traffic, Transit and Trust

There are many ways to describe Donald Trump’s second term, especially given how many of his policies and executive orders related to education and other areas have been tied up in federal courts. Legal challenges seem to follow nearly every move. Still, one recent court development hasn’t received much attention from major news outlets. Some have called it a “win for academic freedom,” but Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum sees it as more complicated than that.

Also on today’s “Closer Look with Rose Scott,” Emory University’s Dr. Crystal R. Sanders and Dr. Karida L. Brown discuss the life and legacy of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, the founder of what would eventually become Black History Month. They share his dangerous pursuit of accurately telling the story of contributions made by African descended people.

There are many ways to describe Donald Trump&rsquo;s second term, especially given how many of his policies and executive orders related to education and other areas have been tied up in federal courts. Legal challenges seem to follow nearly every move. Still, one recent court development hasn&rsquo;t received much attention from major news outlets. Some have called it a<a href="https://www.nea.org/about-nea/media-center/press-releases/department-education-backs-down-unlawful-directive-targeting-educational-equity"> &ldquo;win for academic freedom,&rdquo;</a> but<a href="https://www.beverlydanieltatum.com/"> Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum</a> sees it as more complicated than that.
Also on today&rsquo;s &ldquo;<a href="https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/closer-look/">Closer Look with Rose Scott</a>,&rdquo; Emory University&rsquo;s <a href="https://aas.emory.edu/people/bios/faculty/sanders-crystal-r.html">Dr. Crystal R. Sanders</a> and <a href="https://sociology.emory.edu/people/bios/Brown-Karida%20L..html">Dr. Karida L. Brown</a> discuss the life and legacy of <a href="https://www.nps.gov/cawo/learn/carter-g-woodson-biography.htm">Dr. Carter G. Woodson</a>, the founder of what would eventually become Black History Month. They share his dangerous pursuit of accurately telling the story of contributions made by African descended people.

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