Georgia Bishop Says Gov. Kemp Is Putting People In ‘Unnecessary Jeopardy’

Bishop Reginald T. Jackson, presiding prelate of the Sixth Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church, recently joined “Closer Look” to discuss his directive instructing local churches to keep their doors closed this weekend.

Sixth Episcopal District of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church

Gov. Brian Kemp is facing backlash for his decision to reopen a specific list of nonessential businesses and houses of worship.

On Monday, Kemp announced a plan to reopen the state’s economy in phases.

The first phase started Friday with the opening of barbershops, hair salons, bowling alleys, fitness centers, gyms and other similar businesses.