Gov. Ivey awards $460M to expand broadband
Investment will bring high-speed internet to 92,000 locations, strengthening economic growth, education access and long-term infrastructure across Alabama.
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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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A defense of constitutional principles, civic responsibility, and why peaceful protest remains essential to preserving liberty in a self-governing republic.
Alabama House advances party registration bill
HB541 would require voters to register by party before primaries, raising concerns about disenfranchising independents and reshaping Alabama elections.
Footage in “Alabama Solution” appears to contradict Marshall’s denial
A mother featured in the prison documentary challenged Marshall’s claim, as footage appears to show attorney general speaking directly with filmmakers on camera.
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See recent postsCracks emerge beneath Alabama Republicans’ unity
Republicans still control every lever of state government in Alabama. The question is whether they can continue governing together.
Lawmakers pivot to expand Public Service Commission after voter backlash
SB360 expands PSC seats, preserves voter oversight, and shows how republican government works when lawmakers heed public concerns.
Ivey commutes Burton death sentence over unequal punishment
Governor Kay Ivey commuted Charles “Sonny” Burton’s death sentence after concluding executing him while the shooter lives would be unjust.
Moore surges in Senate poll as Marshall’s week goes sideways
A new statewide poll found Representative Barry Moore leading the 2026 GOP primary field as Attorney General Steve Marshall lost momentum.
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See recent postsAlabama GOP resolutions revive the Founders’ warning on factions
ALGOP resolutions on drag shows, closed primaries, and data centers raise deeper questions about factional power and constitutional liberty.
Rep. Scott Stadthagen wins Alabama GOP chair after runoff vote
The former House majority leader defeated John Merrill at Saturday's winter meeting to lead Alabama Republicans into the 2026 election cycle.