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Bill Britt is editor-in-chief at the Alabama Political Reporter and host of The Voice of Alabama Politics. You can email him at [email protected].

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Republican Party Chair Comments on Racist Remarks

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Three days after State Rep. Alan Harper (R-Northport) made national headlines for racist and xenophobic comments on his Facebook page, State Republican Chair Terry Lathan issued the following statement regarding his comments. “The comments recently made by State Representative Alan Harper on his Facebook page referencing the racial profiles of … Continued
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December 3, 2015

Chief Justice Calls for Fairness and Shared Sacrifice

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Backed by a group representing every facet of the Unified Judicial System, Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy S. Moore made a case for fairness and shared sacrifice within all branches of State government. Justice Moore is calling on the legislature to release $12 million in conditional funding to keep … Continued
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December 2, 2015

Brooks Reveals the Conservative Heart

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Conservative think tank president Arthur C. Brooks believes conservative republicans must take the lead on poverty. In his new book, The Conservative Heart: How We Have Changed the World— But Can’t Seem to Get Our Footing, (HarperCollins), conservative writer Brooks examines why conservative principles are lifting much of the … Continued
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December 2, 2015

Chief Justice Moore Will Address Impact of Budget Cuts

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Later today, Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy S. Moore will most likely reveal how the State’s Republican supermajority likes to talk about law and order, but they don’t want to fund the machinery that delivers it. Court Chief Justice Moore will speak to the press to discuss the impact … Continued
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December 1, 2015

Speaker Convicted on All Counts Faces 130 Years

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—New York State Speaker, Sheldon Silver, was convicted on all seven criminal public corruption charges on Monday. The 71 year-old strongman of New York politics faces 130 years for his corruption schemes, from which he netted an estimated $4 million in payoffs. The Silver case is perhaps a dark … Continued
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December 1, 2015

Sponsored Content, Gray Area Articles

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Sponsored content on internet blogs and publications is a growing source of revenue and a cause for concern. Big players like The New York Times and Forbes’ Brand Voice are offering sponsored content as is al.com. The sponsored material is clearly labeled so that the reader should not be … Continued
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November 30, 2015

Five Things to Watch Next Session  

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—With the 2016 Legislative Session a little more than two months away, the challenges set before our lawmakers are coming into focus. A few of the items which will top the agenda are: public corruption, Obamacare, taxes, prisons, and public pensions. None of these issues are new, but the … Continued
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November 27, 2015

Thankful for Vision

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter There are many things for which I am thankful: my wife, my friends and my health are certainly at the top of any list. I am thankful that this publication, as it begins its fifth year. I pray it has done some good. I am also thankful that you … Continued
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November 26, 2015

More Accusations Against US Senate Candidate McConnell

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—US Senate candidate John Martin has charged opponent Jonathan McConnell of offering him money to drop out of the Republican primary. If true, this would not be the first time McConnell has been accused with violating campaign rules. The Auburn Plainsman in 2003 reported McConnell violated several campaign rules … Continued
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November 25, 2015

Atlanta Casino Could Threaten Birmingham Plan and PCI

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY— MGM Resorts International has offered a plan to build a billion dollar gambling casino complex in Atlanta. This should give Birmingham Mayor William Bell, and all those who would like the “Magic City” to become a destination spot rivaling Atlanta, heartburn. The mere mention of the idea has … Continued
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November 24, 2015