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Tom Crawford: Metro Atlanta town going down a grassy slope
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When Mayor Ted Terry talks about the recent decision by him and the Clarkston City Council to dramatically reduce the penalty for the possession of less than an ounce of marijuana, he is careful to make one distinction to his interviewer. “It’s not decriminalization,” Terry insists. No, but it’s close.
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Editorial: Dissent should have a purpose
Americans can't expect political leaders to bridge a wide divide until we can find common ground
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Protesters gather outside of a town hall meeting Wednesday held by U.S. Rep. Doug Collins. - photo by David Barnes
Put yourself in the shoes of a member of Congress for a moment. Yeah, it may feel icky, but play along. For this exercise, set aside your political leanings for a moment and imagine you’ve been elected by a constituency that supports your views by a healthy margin.
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