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A generation ago, the Rev. Timothy McDonald founded First Iconium Baptist Church in east Atlanta to fight for the destitute and the victims of discrimination.

Often with little help from other churches, First Iconium leaders have fought to ensure Atlanta's only public hospital stays open, agitated for decent housing and worked to improve the juvenile justice system.

"We are concerned about public policy and how that impacts people's lives," McDonald said. "Why was Jesus crucified? Because he identified with the poor. Because he had the courage to speak out against ...

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