Archive - The Atlanta Objective with George Chidi

Some Shootings Aren't Random

An argument over a bowling ball ... probably wasn't. The gang war between rappers is creating violence that's predictable ... and preventable.

Mar 18, 2022 •

YSL Faces The Music

Young Thug, Gunna, Yak Gotti, Lil Duke, Slimelife Shawty and more get rolled up in a 56-count indictment of gang crimes, including murder.

May 10, 2022 •

Little Ripples of Death

The story of Atlanta goes on despite Trump. But this case may tangentially be costing lives as resources shift to corral the circus.

Aug 18, 2023 •

The Atlanta Objective: Gangs By The Numbers

Blaming a rise in violence on gang activity is usually political theater meant to target scary Black men. The RICO indictment of YFN Lucci may be…

May 5, 2021 •

"Don't Take Me With You."

The "snitching" conversation is toxic. I don't care for it. If you care about rap and prefer to see fewer people die, neither should you.

Feb 21, 2023 •

Young Thug's Attorney Arrested

I am in blood / Stepped in so far that should I wade no more, / Returning were as tedious as go o'er

Jun 11, 2024 •

Atlanta - and America - Has Seven Social Classes

Last year, I gave an address to Leadership Atlanta. I'd like to share that with you.

Apr 25, 2023 •

Water, Water Everywhere

Do not, my friends, become addicted to water. It will take hold of you, and you will resent its absence.

Jun 1, 2024 •

Six months ago, I paused The Atlanta Objective to help try to save democracy. But Georgia, still in peaceful dreams, I see the road leads back to you.

Jan 8 •

The Circus Is In Town

And, despite all appearances, I'm a spectator, just like you.

Aug 14, 2023 •

Return of the Chidi

I've been busy, but I'm coming back home.

May 10, 2024 •

Sign(ature)s of the Times

The use of signature matching for the Cop City petition drive raises questions about whether City Hall is operating in good faith.

Aug 25, 2023 •

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