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politics1 year ago•2 min saved

"Marjorie Taylor Greene Clashes with 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' Over Georgia Voting Laws"

Georgia lawmaker Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized a recent episode of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" for mocking Georgia's voting laws, defending the state's legislation and accusing Hollywood elites of misrepresenting conservatives. The episode depicted star Larry David encountering long voting lines and being arrested for providing water, while former gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams praised his actions. The Election Integrity Act, signed into law in 2021, imposed restrictions on absentee voting and voter ID requirements, drawing criticism from President Biden and Abrams. Despite claims of voter suppression, Georgia saw record turnout in the 2022 elections, leading to ongoing debate and legal challenges.

via New York Post |

#curb-your-enthusiasm #georgia-voting-laws #larry-david

entertainmentpolitics1 year ago•1 min saved

"Controversy Erupts Over 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' Episode Featuring Marjorie Taylor Greene"

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized a recent episode of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" for portraying Georgia conservatives and Trump supporters as racists and rednecks while mocking the state's Election Integrity Act. The episode features Larry David inadvertently violating the law by giving water to a voter in line, leading to his arrest and celebrity support, including from Stacey Abrams. Greene condemned the episode as an example of Hollywood's influence in Georgia and its attempt to turn the state blue.

via The Daily Beast|

#curb-your-enthusiasm #entertainmentpolitics #georgia-election-integrity-law

entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

"Curb Your Enthusiasm: A Comedy Goldmine of Cameos and Controversy"

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized HBO's "Curb Your Enthusiasm" for mocking Georgia's voting laws, accusing the show of portraying conservatives and Trump supporters as racists. The latest episode features Larry David as a liberal hero who defies the law by giving water to voters and receives praise from Stacey Abrams. The episode also includes a cameo by Bruce Springsteen and a zany scene involving a broken Black lawn jockey.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#curb-your-enthusiasm #entertainment #georgia-voting-laws

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

"Marjorie Taylor Greene Criticizes 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' for Portrayal of Trump Supporters"

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticizes an episode of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" for portraying Georgia Republicans and Trump supporters as "racists and red necks," and for mocking the state's Election Integrity Act. Greene accuses Hollywood of trying to turn Georgia blue and calls for Republican leaders to protect the state from the radical left.

via Yahoo News|

#curb-your-enthusiasm #georgia #marjorie-taylor-greene

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"Stacey Abrams' Brother-in-Law Arrested for Human Trafficking and Assault in Tampa"

Jimmie Gardener, the brother-in-law of former Georgia gubernatorial candidate Stacey Abrams, was arrested in Tampa after a 16-year-old reported that he attacked her for refusing to have sex. Gardner invited the victim to his hotel room, and when she changed her mind, he became angry and physically assaulted her. He was charged with human trafficking, lewd and lascivious touching of certain minors, and battery. Gardner had previously been wrongly convicted of sexual assault in 1987 but was exonerated in 2016. He is currently in jail with no bond.

via FOX 13 Tampa|

#assault #crime #human-trafficking

politics2 years ago•19 min saved

Financial Scrutiny Surrounds Voting Group Founded by Abrams and Led by Warnock

The New Georgia Project, a voting rights organization founded by Stacey Abrams and previously led by Raphael Warnock, is facing allegations of financial misuse and irregularities. The organization, which played a key role in registering new voters in Georgia, is conducting an internal probe into its finances in response to the claims. The organization's tax filings indicate that its former executive director owes thousands of dollars in reimbursements. The organization has also faced administrative battles, including a state ethics investigation and a dispute with the IRS. The organization's troubles come as it has gained national attention for its efforts to turn Georgia into a swing state.

via POLITICO|

#financial-misuse #new-georgia-project #politics

education2 years ago•2 min saved

Stacey Abrams appointed as Howard University's first chair for race and Black politics.

Stacey Abrams has been appointed as Howard University's first chair for race and Black politics. In her new role, Abrams will lead research across the university on political issues impacting Black Americans in addition to working with other faculty members on these issues. She will also lead the Ronald W. Walters Speakers Series. Abrams' appointment at Howard is the latest of high-profile faculty hires the university has made over the last few years.

via NPR|

#education #faculty-hire #howard-university