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Governor Bentley: Don’t Be The Grinch That Stole Medicaid

By Senator Roger Bedford One year ago, I wrote my first opinion editorial urging Governor Bentley to expand Medicaid in the state of Alabama.  I closed that editorial by saying: “I pray that the Governor will take the time during this season of reflection and compassion to reconsider his decision that will leave approximately 228,000 Alabamians … Continued
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December 5, 2013
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Amendment Four: The Road to Hell Is Paved With Good Intentions

By Senate Minority Leader Roger Bedford  The old adage “the road to hell is paved with good intentions” perfectly sums up Amendment 4, on the ballot this Tuesday, Nov. 6. The text on the general election ballot says Amendment 4 will remove racist language in the state constitution that requires schools to be segregated. It … Continued
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October 31, 2012

Senate Democrats Applaud Amendment’s Passage, Vow to Repay Money and Develop a Long-Term Solution to State’s Budget Crisis

By Sen. Roger Bedford, Senate Majority Leader On Tuesday, Alabama voters approved a constitutional amendment, which allows the transfer of $437 million, over three years, from the Alabama Trust Fund to make up for revenue shortfalls in the state’s General Fund.  The General Fund finances programs like Medicaid, mental health, prisons, the courts and many … Continued
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September 19, 2012

We must vote “YES” on September 18th

By Senator Roger Bedford, Senate Minority Leader Next Tuesday, September 18th, the people of Alabama will go to the polls to vote on a constitutional amendment that will have a major impact on every state agency.  The constitutional amendment will directly affect the health and safety of Alabama families, as well as the future of economic … Continued
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September 13, 2012