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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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Byrne Comments on Signing of Colombian Peace Accord

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Monday, September 26, 2016, US Representative Bradley Byrne (R-Alabama) issued a written statement in response to the signing of a peace accord between the Colombian government and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). Congressman Byrne said, “The signing of the peace agreement is a huge victory for the … Continued

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September 29, 2016

Opinion

No More Ransom Payments to Iran

By U.S. Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) On June 24, 2015, President Obama stood in the Roosevelt Room of the White House and said “I am reaffirming that the United States government will not make concessions, such as paying ransom, to terrorist groups holding American hostages.” This position shouldn’t have been too surprising because it has … Continued

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September 26, 2016

Opinion

Keeping Terrorists Locked Up

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Obaidullah is an al Qaeda terrorist operative. He specializes in the creation of improvised explosive devices (IED), which are manmade bombs that have wreaked havoc on U.S. service members and our allies during conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Obaidullah was captured by U.S. Special Forces during a raid on his … Continued

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September 19, 2016

Opinion

Local Groups Leading the Fight Against Poverty

By U.S. Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) 19.2 percent. That number represents the percentage of people in Alabama who live in poverty. The number comes out to over 900,000 people. I recently set out to learn more about poverty in our area by visiting local organizations that are committed to helping the poor. I spoke not … Continued

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September 12, 2016

Opinion

What to Expect in September

By U.S. Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) The House is back in session for the month of September, and there are a number of issues on our plate. I wanted to give you a quick preview of some of the items Congress may tackle this month. The current government funding bill expires on October 1st, so … Continued

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September 4, 2016

Opinion

Working for You

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) When most people think about the job of a Member of Congress, they often think about casting votes or attending committee meetings. While these are important parts of the job, much of my time is spent providing important services to the people of Southwest Alabama. One of the key roles … Continued

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August 29, 2016

Opinion

New VA Clinic is Long Overdue

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) I had long heard the complaints about the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) clinic in Mobile. Whether it was at town hall meetings, Memorial Day events, or while shopping at the grocery store, veterans always shared their concerns about the Mobile VA outpatient clinic. The Mobile VA clinic is critically … Continued

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August 22, 2016

Opinion

A Busy August

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Each August, the House of Representatives goes out of session and Members of Congress spend time back in their home state for a District Work Period. While these District Work Periods are sometimes known as “recess,” that does not mean Members of Congress are on vacation. Instead, some of the … Continued

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August 8, 2016

Keeping Up With the US Navy

Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) “A good Navy is not a provocation to war. It is the surest guaranty of peace.” Those were the words of President Theodore Roosevelt in 1902, but they hold true today. One of the keys to peace and stability in the world is a strong naval fleet. I recently had the … Continued

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August 1, 2016

Opinion

Standing Up for the Gulf Coast

By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) I am so proud to live on the Gulf Coast. From our delicious food to the abundant natural resources, our part of the country is unlike any other. My family has called this area home since the 1780s. My family has always enjoyed fishing, swimming, boating, and just spending time … Continued

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July 25, 2016