Elections

Roy Moore announces second run for U.S. Senate

Former Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore on Thursday announced his decision to run for U.S. Senate again in 2020 after falling short in an election for the same seat against Democratic Sen. Doug Jones just two years ago. “Can I win?” Moore said. “Yes, I can. Not only can I, they know I can.”   … Continued

Jessa Reid Bolling

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June 20, 2019

Shelby and Moore still feuding: Shelby says Sessions would “Clear the field”

Today, in Montgomery, former Chief Justice Roy Moore (R) is expected to announce that he will be a candidate for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate. Ahead of that expected announcement, U.S. Senator Richard Shelby (R) told reporters, “I think Alabama could do better,” when asked about Moore running for the U.S. Senate. Judge Moore … Continued

Brandon Moseley

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June 20, 2019

Opinion

ALGOP’s biggest fear: Roy Moore running again

It’s such a shame to see racist pandering go wasted. But such is life for Tommy Tuberville and Bradley Byrne, it appears. Two reasonable, educated men, who chose not to raise the level of discourse in their bids for Alabama’s U.S. Senate seat but instead sank quickly to the bottom of the scum-filled swamp to … Continued

Josh Moon

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June 19, 2019

Roy Moore to announce Senate plans on Thursday

On Thursday, former Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice Roy Moore will announce his decision on whether or not to pursue a 2020 run for the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate. Moore’s wife Kayla Moore confirmed the Thursday announcement in a statement provided to media outlets on Tuesday. “Judge Moore will be making an announcement about … Continued

Brandon Moseley

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June 19, 2019

Eric Swalwell will make a campaign stop in Alabama on Thursday

Congressman Eric Swalwell (D-California) will bring his presidential campaign to Alabama on Thursday, June 20. Swalwell will be in Birmingham for a meet and greet event with the Alabama Young Democrats. “I’m coming to share my call with the Alabama Young Democrats to go big in the problems we tackle, be bold with the solutions … Continued

Brandon Moseley

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June 19, 2019

Five candidates qualify in House District 42

The qualifying deadline has passed to qualify as a major party candidate for Alabama House of Representatives District 42. HD42 state House seat represents Autauga and Chilton Counties. The seat was made vacant after State Rep. Jimmy Martin, R-Clanton, passed away after a battle with lung cancer. Four Republicans have qualified. These include: Chilton County … Continued

Brandon Moseley

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June 19, 2019

Figures drops out of ADP chair race; two will challenge Worley

State Sen. Vivian Figures won’t be the next chairperson of the Alabama Democratic Party. Figures announced on Friday that she was dropping out of the race to potentially replace Nancy Worley, who has been the party chair since 2013. “It is critical to have a chairman of the State Democratic Party who can serve in … Continued

Josh Moon

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June 17, 2019

Southern Poverty Law Center announces new Voting Rights Team, criticizes state for discouraging voters

The Southern Poverty Law Center released a statement announcing their new Voting Rights Team and encouraging the state of Alabama to increase voter turnout by ending practices that discourage voters, like requiring voter identification and marking voters as inactive in the state’s voter rolls. The new Voting Rights Team will challenge laws and practices that … Continued

Gabby Dance

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June 14, 2019

Major party qualifying in Alabama House District 42 begins

The Alabama Republican Party announced that qualifying will open for the special election in Alabama House District 42 at 8:30 a.m. CST. Qualifying will close on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at 5:00 p.m. CST. The special primary election for House District 42 will be held on Tuesday, August 20, 2019, with a special primary run-off … Continued

Brandon Moseley

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June 13, 2019