As Georgia’s 2026 legislative session begins Monday, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s senior political reporter Greg Bluestein and political columnist Patricia Murphy will discuss what to expect under the Gold Dome.

Monday’s episode of the “Politically Georgia” podcast will feature Murphy and Bluestein breaking down the political fights and policy priorities likely to dominate the 40-day session at the state Capitol.

Murphy will share highlights from her one-on-one interview with House Speaker Jon Burns, recorded at his home in rural Newington. In it, the Republican outlines his plans to tackle affordability, literacy and property tax relief.

New episodes of “Politically Georgia” are available every week wherever you get your podcasts. If you haven’t yet, be sure to subscribe for free at Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any other podcast platform. You can also ask your smart speaker to “play the ‘Politically Georgia’ podcast.”

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