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Prison reform takes the forefront in Bentley’s annual address

By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY — Gov. Robert Bentley wasted no time during his annual address Tuesday night in placing his prison construction plan at the forefront of this year’s legislative agenda. Bentley told lawmakers, officials and judges gathered for the State of the State Address that Alabama’s prisoners are forced to live in … Continued
February 8, 2017

Unleashing the Dogs of Journalism

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Some may think the recent assaults on the Press are new, or unprecedented, but they’re not. From President John Adams to President Donald Trump excoriating the Press is always the first refuge for politicians who want to keep their secrets, failings and even their misrepresentations of facts from public … Continued
February 7, 2017

House bill would allow up to 6 days of early voting in Alabama

By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—During the 2016 General Election, 37 states and the District of Columbia allowed for some type of early voting, giving voters the opportunity to cast their votes up to a month before Election Day arrived on Nov. 9. House Minority Leader Craig Ford, D-Gadsden, wants Alabama to become an … Continued
January 18, 2017

Thanksgiving Day brings little to be thankful for in State government

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter For those who honestly care about the future of our State, there are few bright spots this Thanksgiving. Even as we engage in polite conversation over turkey and dressing or pecan pie, the subject will naturally turn to the state of the State. While, “Who will replace Senator Jeff … Continued
November 24, 2016