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Roby Says that Homeland Security Dropped the Ball

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, September 20, 2016, US Representative Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) in an email to constituents commented on reporting that 850 immigrants who were supposed to be deported instead were granted US citizenship. Congresswoman Roby said, “Amid the attacks around the country and the growing tension, there was some unnerving news … Continued
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September 22, 2016

BCA Releases 2016 Voter Guide

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Tuesday, March 1, Alabama voters will go to the polls to cast their votes in the 2016 Republican and Democratic primaries. On Wednesday, February 24, the Business Council of Alabama (BCA) released their list of 2016 endorsed candidates for the primary election cycle. For US Senate BCA has … Continued
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February 29, 2016

Alabama Manufacturers Endorse Roby

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, January 25, Manufacture Alabama announced that it is endorsing incumbent US Representative Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) for re-election in 2016. Manufacture Alabama’s President, George Clark said in a statement, “Congresswoman Roby is a proven and solid leader for our State. She has an established pro-manufacturing record and has … Continued
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January 26, 2016

Roby Says Obama Still has no Plan to Defeat ISIS

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Monday, November 23, US Representative Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) wrote “That we still lack a long-term strategy to defeat the Islamic State.”  The recent Paris terror attacks have brought a renewed emphasis on dealing with the international terrorist groups, whose army has conquered a territory roughly the size of Indiana. … Continued
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November 24, 2015

Gerritson Endorsed by Rick Barber

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, October 26 Rick Barber, a 2010 Republican candidate for Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District, endorsed challenger Becky Gerritson in the 2016 Republican Primary. Barber called Gerritson “an inspiration” to himself and to conservatives. Barber said, “In 2010, I rallied beside Martha Roby and asked those of you that … Continued
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October 27, 2015

Roby Vows to “Fight to the End” to Defund Planned Parenthood

  By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Wednesday, October 1, Congressman Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) continued to try to rally Pro-Life forces in the Republican Caucus to “fight to the end” to stop federal funding for Planned Parenthood.  To that end Roby on Wednesday introduced special legislation giving Congress one more opportunity in the government … Continued
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October 2, 2015

Roby Reacts to More Army Cuts

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Friday, July 14, US Representative Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) reacted to news that the administration of President Barack H Obama was cutting the Army to its smallest size since before World War II.  The Army announced that Fort Rucker in Alabama would see its force reduced by 186 soldiers, a … Continued
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July 15, 2015

Roby Preparing for the Next Congress

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Congresswoman Martha Roby (R from Montgomery) announces staff changes for the incoming 114th Congress. Representative Roby said, “Today I announced my Congressional staff for the 114th Congress. Several new staff members have been hired, and others promoted, all to enhance our legislative efforts and constituent services. Learn more about … Continued
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November 26, 2014

Roby Says Obamacare Was Built On A Foundation Of Lies

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The American people never liked the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (better known as Obamacare) and nothing that we have seen in the years since have changed that opinion. Now we learn that the self-proclaimed architect of the legislation views the American people as “stupid” and … Continued
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November 14, 2014

Roby Honored At Veterans Day Banquet In Birmingham

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, November 10 U.S. Representative Martha Roby (R from Montgomery) received the “Minuteman of the Year” award from the Alabama Reserve Officers Association as part of National Veterans Day observances in Birmingham on Monday and Tuesday. The award was presented at the annual National Veterans Day banquet in … Continued
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November 12, 2014