Author

Beth Clayton

Did you not learn anything from Siegelman?

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter I’ve never hit the backspace key as many times when writing a column as I did while starting this one. Anybody who knows me can testify that I’m never at a loss for words. Ever. I hardly shut up. Opinions? I have one on every topic ranging from health … Continued

Beth Clayton

February 10, 2017

Opinion

Okay, campers, rise and shine! And don’t forget your booties because it’s cold out there today!

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter It’s rare that a Groundhog Day really feels like Groundhog Day, but Thursday as I slapped my alarm clock and picked up my phone, I felt like I was trapped in a Bill Murray movie. Babe. I got you, babe. I got you, babe. The House Republican Caucus released … Continued

Beth Clayton

February 3, 2017

Opinion

Young Democrats Debate Watch

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter BIRMINGHAM—Young Democrats across Alabama hosted public watch parties for the last presidential debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump on Wednesday night. The Alabama Young Democrats, a statewide organization, along with members of their Birmingham, East Alabama and North-Central Alabama chapters, hosted a joint watch party with the Hillary … Continued

Beth Clayton

October 21, 2016

Opinion

Trump’s Most Presidential Moment?

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter Last night, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump took the stage in the first debate of the 2016 general election. The entire 90 minutes was essentially taking a RC Car to a Nascar race–it was clear Donald Trump simply couldn’t compete on a national stage. Where Hillary Clinton was poised … Continued

Beth Clayton

September 27, 2016

Opinion

We Can’t Expect Change Without Voting For It, Too

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter On Tuesday, Joe Lovvorn narrowly prevailed in a field of four candidates for the GOP nomination to fill former Speaker Mike Hubbard’s seat in the Alabama House of Representatives. Hubbard vacated his seat under State law when he was convicted of more felonies than you can count on both … Continued

Beth Clayton

September 15, 2016

Opinion

Why Alabama Missed The Boat On Medicaid… And Which Southern State Got It Right

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter In 2011, then-Governor Steve Beshear implemented Managed Care Organizations in Kentucky, taking a trial-model that had been in place since 1997 and expanding it into a full program. Moving half a million Medicaid recipients into Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) was estimated to save the commonwealth $1.3 billion over three … Continued

Beth Clayton

September 6, 2016

Opinion

Governor’s Emotional Appeals Aren’t Fooling Anyone

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter I usually follow the #ALpolitics hashtag on Twitter, and it’s usually good for up-to-date news and up-to-date laughs. Lately, those laughs have come from the Governor’s account–he’s taken to the Twittersphere multiple times in the last week to emphasize the growing need to fully fund Medicaid, highlighting faces of … Continued

Beth Clayton

September 1, 2016

Opinion

Hubbard’s “Friends” Defense is Wishful Thinking

By Beth Clayton Last week, I sat in on part of the Mike Hubbard criminal trial and listened to witnesses gush about what a great friend they consider Hubbard, how they love him “like a brother,” and how would do anything for him. This theme is, no doubt, part of the defense’s strategy to utilize … Continued

Beth Clayton

June 8, 2016

Sandy Stimpson Prepares to Take Office

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY–Mayor-Elect Sandy Stimpson is preparing to take office in Mobile after defeating incumbent mayor Sam Jones in Tuesday’s election. Stimpson must prioritize his agenda and resolve staffing issues before taking office. Stimson has said that it should be a “seemless transition” and that he plans to remove the door … Continued

Beth Clayton

August 29, 2013

Uncontested, Safe and Shocking: Municipal races across the state

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY–Yesterday, voters in Mobile, Tuscaloosa and Birmingham headed to the polls to cast ballots in their municipal elections for mayor, city council and board of education. The three mayors races ranged from uncontested to safe to shocking. In Tuscaloosa, incumbent Mayor Walt Maddox headed unopposed into his third term. … Continued

Beth Clayton

August 28, 2013