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“THE NUMBERS” At Cooper Green

By Rep. Allen Farley Mercy Hospital was opened in Birmingham in 1972.  In 1975 the name was changed to Cooper Green Mercy Hospital.  It originally opened its doors as a 319-bed general-care hospital.  Today Cooper Green Mercy Hospital is a 141-bed general-care hospital. Funding for indigent care in Jefferson County was established by the Alabama … Continued
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August 28, 2012

Two Republicans Qualify for House District 30 Special Election

From the Office of the ALGOP Chairman Bill Armistead BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Qualifying for the House District 30 special election closed today at 5:00 p.m., with two Republicans qualified to be on the ballot. The seat was left vacant by Blaine Galliher, after he accepted the position of Legislative Director in Governor Robert Bentley’s Administration. … Continued
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August 25, 2012

Update on “Medicaid”

By Rep. Allan Farley For several reasons, the Alabama Medicaid Agency has recently been the subject of many policy and budget-related conversations.  I want to use this newspaper column to share information I recently received from my friend Jason Isbell.  Jason is Legislative Counsel in the office of Alabama House Speaker Mike Hubbard. The following … Continued
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August 21, 2012

“Don’t Play Chicken With Dan Cathy”

By Rep. Allen Farley This country was built by men, and women, who stood tall.  They said what they meant, and meant what they said.  They came to this great land in search of religious freedom.  And, yes, they fought for, and established “One Nation under God”. Samuel Adams, one of America’s first freedom fighters … Continued
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August 15, 2012

Armistead to Kennedy: Are you going to abide by the law?

From the Office of Bill Armistead, the Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – In light of increased speculation that Alabama Democratic Party officials are attempting to remove Harry Lyon, the Democratic nominee for Chief Justice, from the ballot, Bill Armistead, the Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party issued the following statement: “On August … Continued
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August 14, 2012

Governor Romney Names Congressman Paul Ryan as Running Mate

Armistead: Romney Makes Bold Choice for America’s Future From the Office of Bill Armistead, the Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Governor Mitt Romney, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, announced Saturday that Wisconsin Congressman, Paul Ryan, is his choice for Vice President of the United States.  Congressman Ryan joined Governor Romney in Norfolk, … Continued
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August 13, 2012
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“Elected Officials Must Be Good Stewards”

By Representative Allen Farley I think it’s a great time to talk about reining in spending and contrasting the responsible, conservative Alabama Republicans with the tax-and-spend liberals in Washington. Alabama is governing responsibly for a change.  We’re living within our means. Consider this:  Through cuts and efficiency measures, we have saved taxpayers more than $650 … Continued
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August 6, 2012

GOP Chairman Reacts to July Jobs Numbers

Says It’s Time for New Leadership in Washington By Bill Armistead Birmingham, Ala. – Bill Armistead, Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party, released the following statement regarding the July jobs numbers: “Once again, our country faces disappointing jobs numbers. Despite predictions from President Obama’s advisers that unemployment would be below 5.6%, the nation’s unemployment rate … Continued
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August 6, 2012

Democrats Distance Themselves Further from Alabama Values

By Bill Armistead From the Office of Bill Armistead, Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party Birmingham, Ala. –  On Monday, the Associated Press reported that the National Democratic Party’s platform drafting committee voted to include language supporting gay marriage.  Earlier this year, several key Democrats expressed their wish for the inclusion of support for same-sex marriage … Continued
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August 2, 2012
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“What Are We Really Teaching Our Children”?

By Alan Farley Is the Golden Rule still “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you”?  Or, is it now “Those who have the most gold make the rules”?  Is it about power?  What would our children say? Is the role of an elected official to “take care of the individuals living … Continued
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July 31, 2012