The Iron Bowl: Alabama vs. Auburn
As I have said many times in the past, Alabama is one big front porch.
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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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