In response to the current political climate, various organizations across the country will gather on July 26 for Families First: A 50-State Day of Peaceful Action. The initiative aims to unite organizations that oppose President Trump's tax and spending cuts. Joel Payne, the chief communications officer for MoveOn, talked more about the upcoming event and shared why he feels it is important for communities to mobilize.
Plus, Atlanta native Shawn Rashid is moving with a purpose—and driving toward a goal. The rising professional motorsports driver, who is currently racing in the Euroformula in Europe, has a target of reaching the FIA Formula 2 Championship in 2026 and—and ultimately, the Formula One. As a featured guest on “Closer Look,” Rashid talked about his unique journey into racing, his training and how his faith guides his path.

Senator Warnock connects MLK’s moral leadership to current ongoing protests and politics
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New GSU report reveals more than 4,600 people reside in extended-stay hotels in DeKalb County; Civil rights activist Claudette Colvin dies at 86
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Former Atlanta Board of Education Chair on the current state of public education; Democratic State Senator shares top legislative priorities; Art curator responds to Trump administration’s mandates on museums
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