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Questions of faith and governance often stir division, but Ledbetter’s gesture reminds us of the enduring values that have guided this nation.
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- Elections
- Governor
Ivey orders flags to be flown at full staff for Trump inauguration
Gov. Ivey joins Trump, GOP governors at Mar-a-Lago to discuss key policies
Gov. Ivey mourns security detail member Justin Williams, 42, succumbed to cancer
Ivey opens applications for Alabama’s new CHOOSE Act school choice program
Gov. Kay Ivey shares Christmas message with Alabamians
- Legislature
New bill would add conflict resolution class requirement to marriage licenses
State lawmakers discuss regulating cryptocurrency in commission meeting
Sen. April Weaver joins Club for Growth Foundation’s 2025 fellowship class
Ledbetter shuts down D.C. rumors: “I’ve got the job I want”
Proposed bill would protect pharmacists who recommend off-label meds
- Economy
Workers overwhelmingly vote to unionize at Tuscaloosa chemical plant
Small businesses struggle to fill job openings as labor market remains tight
Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair talks first year in office, 2025 plans
Sweet Grown Alabama changes membership levels to flat $100 annual fee
Manufacture Alabama highlights 2024 successes in workforce and advocacy
- National
New study: 6 million jobs will be lost unless Congress renews the Trump tax reforms
Sen. Britt attends First Judiciary Committee hearing, praises AG nominee Pam Bondi
Rep. Strong to chair critical emergency response subcommittee in 119th Congress
Rep. Sewell announces winners of the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for 7th District
Britt applauds HUD secretary nominee Scott Turner at Senate hearing
- Education
AFP-Alabama applauds the opening of Education Savings Accounts applications
Alabama considers new education funding models to address inequalities
Alabama exploring expanding Pre-K program to home-based settings
Vouchers reduce school funding without lowering fixed costs: EPI report
Google gives $1 million to Stillman Cybersecurity Clinic in memory of Dr. Kevin Harris
- Health
Medical Association commend FDA’s ban on Red Dye No. 3
PEEHIP board talks 2024 finances, “treacherous waters” ahead
White Lightning: Inside Alabama’s raw milk “secret society”
New billboard urges Medicaid expansion to save Alabama hospitals
Analysis | Rural hospitals closure crisis: Alabama’s healthcare safety net at risk
- Opinion
Opinion | Ledbetter’s “In God We Trust” honors America’s founding principles
Opinion | How to build a dictator
Opinion | Making the most of Alabama’s momentum
Opinion | Robert Aderholt: Dean of Alabama’s congressional delegation
Opinion | Alabama’s problem with show ponies and the urgent need for workhorses
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INSIDE THE STATEHOUSE by Steve Flowers Last week we talked about how difficult it is to win passage of a legislative act. It does...
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Jury selection in the State vs Michael G. Hubbard began Monday, with opening arguments to begin on May...
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By Joey Kennedy Alabama Political Reporter I’m often criticized for picking on the Republican political leaders in Alabama. I’m accused of everything from being...
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INSIDE THE STATEHOUSE by Steve Flowers For the past five or six years the legislature has pretty much cut state government to the bone....
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter In an Op-Ed at al.com, Gov. Robert Bentley signaled, that he may call a Special Session to try,...
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By Joey Kennedy Alabama Political Reporter There are plenty of embarrassments in Alabama politics, especially in these days of Republican leadership. These Republicans who...
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INSIDE THE STATEHOUSE by Steve Flowers At this time of year Washington, D.C. is a beautiful place to visit. The city is aglow with...
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Last week, Judge Jacob Walker, III, finally said enough is enough, and with that, Speaker Mike Hubbard is...
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By Joey Kennedy Alabama Political Reporter Dr. Doctor Robert Bentley, governor of Alabama, is an embarrassment. He knows that, even as he combs his...
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INSIDE THE STATEHOUSE by Steve Flowers As the budget hearings began for the 2016 Legislative Session in January the largest Powerball lottery sweepstakes in...