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Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture signs letter to major US banks condemning impact of 2050 climate goals

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 30, 2024

Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper (R) joined eleven other state agricultural commissioners in signing a letter to six of the largest banks in the country in protest of their climate guidelines which would restrict and harm agricultural businesses and farmers.

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Georgia Attorney General signs letter to Biden, Mayorkas ‘supporting Texas’s efforts to secure the border’

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 30, 2024

Attorney General of Georgia Chris Carr (R) joined more than two dozen state attorneys general in signing a letter to President Joe Biden and Homeland Security Security Aljandro Mayorkas in support of “Governor Abbott’s efforts to secure our border.”

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Report finds low-income Georgia drivers to be hit hardest by rising insurance costs

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 30, 2024

The Consumer Federation of America (CFA), a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for consumer interests, has released a report indicating that low-income drivers often pay more for car insurance than their higher income counterparts. In Georgia, drivers can expect their car insurance rates to increase by an average of 16% in 2024.

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According to poll, 57 percent of Georgia voters say Biden policies have made life less affordable for seniors

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 29, 2024

A recent survey released by the League of American Workers (LAW) revealed that 57 percent of Georgia voters believe President Joe Biden's policies have made life less affordable for seniors. The respondents also held Democrats accountable for the surge in overall prices by more than a 2-1 margin—39 percent to 18 percent.

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Poll said Georgia voters oppose using race to assign farming subsidies as proposed by the American Rescue Plan

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 29, 2024

A recent survey released by the League of American Workers (LAW) reveals that nearly two-thirds of Georgia voters deem it inappropriate for the government to use race as the primary criterion for farming subsidies, as proposed in the American Rescue Plan. The poll shows that only 31 percent of Georgians agree with this farm subsidy plan.

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Common Cause Georgia criticizes approval of HB 881 impacting prosecutor oversight

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 29, 2024

Today, the Georgia House of Representatives approved House Bill 881, which provides details for a prosecutorial oversight commission established by Senate Bill 92 in 2023.

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Poll said only 17 percent of Georgia Independents view ‘Bidenomics’ favorably

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 26, 2024

A recent survey by the League of American Workers (LAW) reveals that only 17 percent of independent voters in Georgia view 'Bidenomics' favorably. The poll also found a general disapproval of President Biden's overall handling of the economy, with a nearly two to one margin. Furthermore, 81 percent of the respondents believed that the country was headed in the wrong direction.

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Poll said 72% of Georgia voters oppose companies hiring and promoting workers based on race and sexual orientation

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 25, 2024

A recent survey released by the League of American Workers (LAW), a workers’ advocacy group, revealed that 72 percent of voters in Georgia believe corporations should not make hiring and promotion decisions based on race or sexual identity. This sentiment was shared by 73 percent of independents and a majority of Democrats.

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Conservative groups support bill outlawing ranked-choice voting in Georgia

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 24, 2024

Conservative groups are advocating for the Georgia State Senate to pass SB 355, a proposal aimed at prohibiting ranked-choice voting (RCV). This system requires voters to rank their preferred candidates in order of preference, rather than casting a vote for a single candidate. These groups argue that RCV increases the likelihood of voter confusion and disenfranchisement of minority voters, among other issues.

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American Principles Project President Terry Schilling: ‘Why would we bother having women's sports’ if biological men can compete

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 24, 2024

Terry Schilling, the president of the American Principles Project, expressed a lack of surprise at a recent poll that revealed nearly four out of five Georgia voters found it "unfair" for biological males to participate in female sports. Schilling accused President Joe Biden and Democrats of dismissing this widely held view in favor of imposing gender ideology.

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Poll said almost four in five Georgia voters oppose biological males competing in female sports

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 23, 2024

A recent survey by the League of American Workers (LAW) reveals that 78% of Georgia voters deem it "unfair" for biological males to participate in female sports at high schools and colleges. This sentiment was shared by 69% of the youngest Georgia voters, aged between 18 and 34, who also expressed that boys competing with girls was "unfair".

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Georgia poll said rising housing costs driving inflation concerns, doubts on American Dream

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 22, 2024

A recent survey reveals that one in three Georgia voters identify rising housing costs as a primary contributor to inflation. This survey, conducted by the League of American Workers (LAW), shows housing costs as the second major concern after escalating food prices. Among the voters who highlighted housing costs, 74% believed that the American Dream was increasingly unattainable for most people in the state.

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League of American Workers President calls Georgia Democrat DA Willis’ actions ‘shameful,’ after new allegations

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 19, 2024

Steve Cortes, the leader of the League of American Workers (LAW), has accused Democrats of resorting to questionable tactics in an attempt to defeat former President Donald Trump in a potential rematch against President Joe Biden in 2024. According to Cortes, these tactics include Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis' controversial hiring decision involving her alleged romantic partner.

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Poll says 76% of Georgians believe the country is on the wrong track

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 19, 2024

A recent survey conducted by the League of American Workers (LAW) reveals that Georgia voters believe, by a margin of more than four-to-one, that the country is on the wrong track. Furthermore, 61 percent of Georgians feel that the American Dream is out of reach for most people in the state.

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ValuePenguin predicts drivers in Georgia will see larger insurance rate increases than national average

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 18, 2024

Motorists in Georgia may see their car insurance premiums rise above the national average this year, as per a report from ValuePenguin. The "State of Auto Insurance in 2024" report by ValuePenguin forecasts that car insurance rates will surge by an average of 12.6% across the nation, while in Georgia, rates could escalate by 16%.

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Georgia home to 5 colleges that still mandate “COVID” mRNA injection

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 17, 2024

Georgia still has five colleges that require students to have “COVID” mRNA injections to attend their classes.

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Georgia: Tobacco companies were the least FDA inspected companies in Georgia in Q4 2023

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 16, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Tobacco company from Georgia in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Poll: Georgia voters blame ‘Bidenomics’ for rise in prices; name food prices as top inflationary concern

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 16, 2024

A recent survey has revealed that half of Georgia voters believe inflation most significantly impacts food prices. Furthermore, the term 'Bidenomics' evokes a negative reaction from Georgians by more than a 2-1 margin. Participants in the survey also responded that Democrats are responsible for the rise in overall prices by more than a 2-1 margin—39 percent to 18 percent.

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VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Georgia average $348,826 for Q4

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 15, 2024

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Georgia for the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2023 averaged $348,826, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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FDA conducted third lowest number of inspections on Veterinary companies in Georgia during Q4 2023

By Peach Tree Times | Jan 15, 2024

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Veterinary companies from Georgia in the fourth quarter of 2023.