May 19, 2021
Are you aware that its construction in the 1950s and 1960s displaced or separated historic Black neighborhoods in Atlanta?
Raphael Warnock
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Raphael Gamaliel Warnock is an American pastor and politician currently serving as the junior United States senator from Georgia since January 20, 2021. A member of the Democratic Party, Warnock is the first African American to represent Georgia in the U.S. Senate. He previously served as the senior pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, a position that has deep historical significance in the civil rights movement. Warnock's legislative focus includes issues such as voting rights, healthcare, and economic justice.
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May 19, 2021
Georgia is the No. 1 forestry State in the Nation, providing directly downstream jobs to over 141,000 Georgians.
May 17, 2021
it seems to me that we have an obligation in Congress to make sure that is the case.
May 17, 2021
I am extremely concerned about the impact of these flooding events, particularly on low-income communities and their vulnerability to climate change.
May 17, 2021
I understand the many considerations that led to FEMA's decision to enact a new pricing risk model for flood insurance, but I am concerned that this new pricing model will affect low-income communities in flood zones.
May 10, 2021
I have long been an advocate for safe and secure public housing. I actually grew up in public housing.
May 10, 2021
If confirmed, I look forward to working with you to better understand some of the opportunities that the Atlanta area is pursuing.
May 10, 2021
This year, for the very first time, the Georgia State Legislature included a direct appropriation for Atlanta's transit system, MARTA.
May 10, 2021
In recent years, I have seen enthusiasm for expanded public transportation options and service in the Atlanta region and across Georgia.
May 10, 2021
It is a big win for communities. It is a big win for the environment and for equity.
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