Episode 18
EP18: hip hop holly
This is Part 2 of our conversation with Representative El-Mahdi Holly, a community organizer and member of the Democratic Party in the Georgia House of Representatives for the 116th District.Â
In this episode, we discuss the contentious Buckhead City movement, tips for holding local politicians accountable by their constituents, and the important difference between 1099 tax forms and W-2 forms.
Listen in to learn why the Homestead Exemption Act is important for Georgians, why a famous Atlanta musician was granted an award by the Georgia Black Legislative Caucus, and who El-Mahdi Holly looks up to.
show notes:
The proposed bills Holly is concerned about
The power that politicians have outside of legislation sessions
What caused the Buckhead City movement to fail
Why the Homestead Exemption was important for Locust Grove
How to understand the 1099 versus W-2
Why the Offset granted an award by the Georgia Black Legislative Caucus
What is Rep Holly's favorite song
Rep Holly's inspirations
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Connect with Representative El-Mahdi Holly:
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