Steve Flowers

Steve Flowers served 16 years in the state legislature. His weekly column appears in over 60 Alabama newspapers. Steve may be reached at [email protected].

How will Alabama fare in Washington after Richard Shelby

"There is hope for future generations of Alabamians if someone under 55 with ability takes Shelby’s seat."

May 12, 2021

Some legislative issues

"There have been a myriad of high-profile measures addressed during this year’s session."

May 5, 2021

Who are the nine people who sit on our state Supreme Court?

"These nine Justices are all Republican, all conservative on both social and business issues."

April 28, 2021

State Supreme Court often forgotten in Alabama

"Our Alabama Supreme Court is separate and powerful, but is not shielded by politics."

April 21, 2021

Reapportionment and gerrymandering

"Gerrymandering is not nearly as blatantly overtly partisan as in past times."

April 14, 2021

2022 big election year as Alabama chooses Shelby’s successor

"2022 is going to be a big year in Alabama politics."

March 31, 2021

2022 will be a big year for Alabama politics

"As I look back over the last six decades of my observations of Alabama politics, next year may be the most momentous."

March 24, 2021

Gambling and budgets priority for Legislature

"The Legislature is at the midway point of the 2021 Regular Legislative Session."

March 17, 2021

Birmingham’s political inside man

"A good many of Alabama’s political leaders have found their way to the home of 'ole' Joe Fuller."

March 10, 2021

Will Legislature allow Alabamians to vote on gambling revenue for state?

"Hopefully, the legislature will see fit to allow the people of Alabama the right to vote."

March 3, 2021