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Susan Britt

Susan Britt is APR's associate editor. You can reach her at [email protected].

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Rape, abortion and RU-486 controversy comes home to Alabama

By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Representative Todd Akin, the Republican Senate nominee from Missouri, ignited a firestorm across the political spectrum last Sunday by saying that in instances of what he called “legitimate rape,” women’s bodies somehow blocked an unwanted pregnancy. Akin’s controversial remarks has stirred the abortion debate around the country and inside … Continued
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August 23, 2012

Leadership at State House Working to Keep Doors Open

By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY–The halls of Alabama’s State House may get hot during September unless the “Evergreen Appropriation” provision is invoked. Without help, should a special session be called during September legislators, who will not be paid, will gather, in a building with no air conditioning, and find a support staff on … Continued
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August 21, 2012

DREAMers May Apply for Temporary Relief from Alabama Immigration Laws

By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter BIRMINGHAM–Wednesday evening, The Immigrant Youth Leadership Initiative of Alabama (IYLIA) held a rally outside a fundraiser for Gov. Mitt Romney. On August 15, applications for President Obama’s program granting relief to undocumented/illegal citizens were made available as a part of the Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors (DREAM) … Continued
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August 16, 2012

BCA Hosts Conference Focusing on Wellness

By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY–Healthcare is much-discussed subject in Alabama this year with both how the state will manage the Affordable Care Act and the Medicaid crisis that is set for vote in a September referendum. Meanwhile, Business Council of Alabama hosted its annual healthcare forum this week at the Montgomery Renaissance highlighting … Continued
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July 20, 2012

Sen. Reed Challenges Walker County to “Shape Up”

By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter JASPER–An event to kick off a Walker County initiative for healthier lifestyles called “Shape Up Walker County” will begin at Garden Fest in Jasper on Saturday July 28, 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. where they will be offering live music, games, a moon walk, arts and crafts, light concessions, … Continued
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July 19, 2012

Waggoner, Black Receive Legislator of the Year Award

By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY–On Friday, Senate Majority Leader Sen. Jabo Waggnoner (R-Birmingham) and Rep. Marcel Black (D-Tuscumbia) received the 2012 Legislator of the Year Award from the State of Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs at their state board meeting. Deloris Hardin, vice-chair of the board presented the awards in the Governor’s absence. Commissioner Clyde … Continued
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July 16, 2012

Elmore County Commission Welcomes Poarch Creek Expansion for Wind Creek Wetumpka

Above: Poarch Tribal Chairman Buford L. Rolin presents Wind Creek Wetumpka project plan rendering. By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter WETUMPKA–On Wednesday, the Poarch Creek Indian Gaming Authority (PCIGA) announced the beginning of construction of Wind Creek Wetumpka Hotel that will be an expansion of the existing Wetumpka facility. The construction is estimated to cost … Continued
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July 13, 2012

Alabama First in Program for Pre-term Babies

By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Alabama becomes first state to add smoking cessation to its Plan First family planning program. The state received federal approval in April 2012 to add counseling and medications to current service. In Alabama, 15 percent of all pregnant females smoke, according to data from the Alabama Department of Public … Continued
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June 27, 2012