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Bradley Byrne

Bradley Byrne is the president and CEO of the Mobile Chamber of Commerce and a former Republican congressman who represented Alabama's 1st Congressional District.

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A tax cut for Christmas

By Congressman Bradley Byrne This Christmas, the American people received a gift that isn’t found underneath the tree but will be found in your pocketbook and paychecks over the coming years. I’m talking about passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act represents the first major overhaul of our … Continued

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December 22, 2017

Opinion

Live in hope this Christmas

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) It’s that time of the year again. It’s the time we hurry from store to store looking for that perfect gift for our loved ones. It’s the time when many travel around the country to spend time with their families. It’s the time where we dust off the cookbooks to … Continued

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December 19, 2017

Opinion

Standing Up for the Second Amendment

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne The Second Amendment is clear: “the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.” Despite what some may try to argue, the Second Amendment makes clear that the federal government cannot prevent individuals from owning firearms. The vast majority of gun owners point out that … Continued

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December 11, 2017

Opinion

Energy in Alabama

By U.S Rep. Bradley Byrne In Alabama, we have a lot to be proud of. From our best-in-the-nation Pre-K programs to our championship caliber football teams to our booming economy, there is no shortage of things for our residents to take pride in. One thing we often forget is our outstanding natural resources. From our … Continued

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December 4, 2017

Opinion

Two big things you may have missed

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) I understand why people are so frustrated with politics these days. The American people want action, and it may not seem like much is actually getting accomplished. I share those concerns, but my frustration is not connected to my work in the House of Representatives. Despite the media’s infatuation with … Continued

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November 27, 2017

Opinion

Pause to count your blessings

By U.S Rep. Bradley Byrne As we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, I want to put the political debates of today aside and take time to reflect on the many blessings that we all-too-often take for granted. As I sat down to write this column, four very distinct blessings came to my mind. The first blessing … Continued

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November 20, 2017

Opinion

Honoring Our Veterans

By Congressman Bradley Byrne On November 11, we will celebrate Veterans Day and honor those who have served our nation. This is a day set aside to share our deep appreciation with all those, from the Battle of Yorktown to the War on Terror, who have fought to keep us safe and to protect the … Continued

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November 6, 2017

Opinion

Working to combat opioid addiction

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Hundreds of thousands of Americans have lost their lives in recent years due to drug abuse, and the problem only seems to be getting worse. In 2016, more than two million Americans had an addiction to prescription or illicit opioids. An opioid is a type of narcotic derived from the … Continued

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October 30, 2017

Opinion

Agriculture Is Still Number One

By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne Last week, we received some really positive news about the growth of the manufacturing industry in our area. Airbus announced plans to add an additional assembly line at their facility in Mobile, and steelmaker SSAB revealed that they will be moving their national headquarters from Illinois to Mobile. Both of … Continued

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October 23, 2017

Opinion

A Pro-Life Victory

By U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne U.S. House of Representatives A few weeks ago, I met a remarkable young boy named Micah. Micah is a five-year-old boy who seems like most any child. He is healthy, smart, and full of life. Most people are shocked when they learn that Micah was born at just 22 weeks. … Continued

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October 16, 2017