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A Georgia Building Authority employee paints sample sections of a fence outside the Georgia state Capitol, Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020, in Atlanta.
Credit: GPB/Kevin Gerke
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After Protests, Georgia Will Build Fence Around Capitol
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Georgia's governor has responded to months of periodic protests at the state capitol by approving a plan for a tall metal fence around the building.
Gov. Brian Kemp's spokesman says the fence is part of a $5 million security plan to protect the public and prevent property damage.
“To ensure the safety of state employees, protect the public and prevent damage to state property, the Department of Public Safety and the Georgia Building Authority recommended numerous improvements to a number of state buildings,” said Cody Hall, a spokesperson for the Republican Kemp. “The governor agreed with their assessment.”
Democrats say it shows GOP leaders are afraid of their own people.
A demonstration section of the fence was being installed Wednesday, metal bars that are eight feet tall with spikes on top. Access to the Capitol building would be limited to several gates around the property.
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