By: Randy Evans
Ever wonder how judges get to be and stay judges in Georgia?
As to the first, there are two ways to become a judge in Georgia. First, get elected. Second, get appointed and then re-elected.
Getting elected is pretty straightforward. Georgia elects its judges. Anyone meeting the legal requirements for a judgeship can qualify with the Secretary of State during the qualifying period and appear on the … Read more...
By: Randy Evans
Like sand through an hourglass, the term of President Barack Obama continues to slip away. In the world of presidential politics, there is actually not that much time to get things done.
Every two years, things in Washington, D.C., inevitably grind to a halt as each party waits on the election outcome. This means that out of eight years (assuming re-election), four years are spent either trying … Read more...
by Randy Evans
As the investigation into the Internal Revenue Service’s illegal targeting of conservative groups continues to expand, questions are starting to emerge regarding whether such targeting is limited to the IRS. Of course, the full story regarding the IRS is far from being told, with key people asserting the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination and others withholding information based on an assortment of claims and privileges.
Yet, it … Read more...
By: Randy Evans
When the 114th Congress of the United States convenes, Georgians will lose 54 years of seniority as a result of the retirement of Georgia’s senior senator, Saxby Chambliss. At the time he leaves office, Sen. Chambliss will have served 20 years in Congress — eight years in the House of Representatives and 12 years in the Senate.
Beyond just the time, Saxby Chambliss’ service in Congress is … Read more...
Saturday, May 25, 2013 – Shelley Winter
Black Americans must become independent voters. Shelley Wynter discusses why the path to liberty and prosperity for Black Americans will require them to open their minds and step away from traditional party loyalties. He asks us to face the fact that history has proven we must learn to vote with our heads instead of our hearts.
A stunningly refreshing dissertation that most would … Read more...
By: Randy Evans
Last October, the Evans Report made this prediction:
In 2013, Georgians — especially Georgia businesses — will pay higher, indeed likely much higher, insurance premiums. It will not be the result of any action (or inaction) by Insurance Commissioner Ralph Hudgens, Gov. Nathan Deal or the Georgia General Assembly. Instead, it will be the product of a series of unprecedented decisions made by the Georgia Supreme Court.… Read more...
By: Randy Evans
On paper, Republicans have probably never had a better shot at regaining control of the U.S. Senate than in 2014. Currently, Democrats hold a 55-45 margin over Republicans. Yet, 35 U.S. Senate seats will be up for grabs in 2014 with 21 currently held by Democrats.
… Read more...By Randy Evans
In his Second Inaugural Address, President Barack Obama said this:
“We, the people, still believe that our obligations as Americans are not just to ourselves, but to all posterity. We will respond to the threat of climate change, knowing that the failure to do so would betray our children and future generations. (Applause.) Some may still deny the overwhelming judgment of science, but none can avoid the … Read more...
By: Randy Evans
With Republicans firmly in control of both the Georgia House of Representatives and Georgia Senate, as well as every constitutional office in Georgia, most might wonder what “politics” could possibly exist under the Gold Dome? Yet, politics abound. It is the politics of the future that swirl through the halls of the Capitol. Yes, it is a distant future, but it is nonetheless a future with immense … Read more...
By: J. Randolph Evans
Of course, 1,126 columns did not just write themselves. Instead, although it might be hard to believe, an entire team worked on making sure that columns were accurate and made sense. This hidden team of editors included Vanessa Mussenden, Stephen Berry, Moira French, and Linda Evans.
In addition, virtually every reader did some editing as well. Week after week, it was always surprising to get dozens … Read more...
By: J. Randolph Evans
In 1994, Republicans captured control of the United States House of Representatives after four decades of Democratic control. Riding on the back of Newt Gingrich and the Contract with America, Republicans picked up 54 seats in what is now regarded as the Republican Revolution. Big change was possible.
In 2002, Georgians elected their first Republican governor after over 100 years of Democratic control. Governor Sonny Perdue … Read more...
By: J. Randolph Evans
With less than 180 days until the General Election, no one can predict what will happen on November 6, 2012. In fact, any one that says that they know what will happen probably knows the least about what comes next.
In the election for President, the campaigns of President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney will focus their efforts on framing the choice for Americans. After … Read more...