Roads vital and political for Alabama
It is an acknowledged fact that having adequate roads is a major factor when it comes to economic growth and development in a state.
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Steve Flowers
Steve Flowers is Alabama’s leading political columnist. His weekly column appears in over 60 Alabama newspapers. He served 16 years in the state legislature. Steve may be reached at www.steveflowers.us.
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