Rose Scott

Journalist and Host of WABE Closer Look

Rose Scott appears in the following:

Trump’s Indictment: Georgia’s Crucial Voters Respond

Monday, August 28, 2023

From Stone Mountain to Alpharetta, we hear from listeners around the state and unpack what Trump’s indictment means for future elections and our democratic process.

America Are We Ready for the First 100 Days?: Voting Rights

Thursday, April 15, 2021

Join the national conversation Thursday nights during Biden's first 100 days.  This week: Voting Rights after 2020

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America, Are We Ready for the First 100 Days?: Pandemic Response

Thursday, January 28, 2021

Join the national conversation Thursday evenings during the first 100 days of the Biden administration. This week: The Biden administration's response to the pandemic.

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Anger Stews Over Plan to Close Nearly All Voting Places In a Rural Black Georgia County

Tuesday, August 21, 2018

Voting Rights advocates have threatened to sue the county if the plan prevails, and likened it to the state's long history of minority voter suppression. 

Ex-Atlanta School Superintendent, Charged In Cheating Case, Dies At 68

Tuesday, March 03, 2015

In 2009, Beverly Hall was named national superintendent of the year largely based on her district's improved standardized test scores. But those scores soon came under scrutiny.

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Trial To Begin In Atlanta Public Schools' Cheating Scandal

Monday, September 29, 2014

On Monday, opening statements begin in the trial of 12 educators charged in an alleged cheating conspiracy. Originally, 35 were indicted but more than half took plea deals.

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NFL Fans Still Watch Football Despite Players' Scandals

Friday, September 19, 2014

As NFC division rivals Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Atlanta Falcons took to the field Thursday night, fans watching at nearby sports bars reflected on what's currently a tumultuous time for the NFL.

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Fans Call On NFL To Address Domestic Violence Issues

Thursday, September 18, 2014

On Thursday night, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers head to Atlanta to play the Atlanta Falcons. Local football fans talk about the broader issue of domestic abuse among professional football players.

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The WNBA Televises Its Pride With LGBT Campaign

Monday, June 23, 2014

The WNBA launched its Pride initiative on Sunday, officially embracing the LGBT community. In addition to supporting its gay players and fans, the league stands to make some money off the move.

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