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Prosecution Objects to Hubbard’s Fourth Delay Attempt

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Court documents in the criminal case of Speaker Mike Hubbard show, for some 859 days and counting, he has used his defense team to deny, deflect, and delay his criminal indictments and his day in court. The State filed a motion on Wednesday, challenging Hubbard’s fourth attempt to have … Continued
January 21, 2016

Phil Williams Speaks to GBYRs

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, November 12, State Representative Phil Williams (R-Huntsville) spoke to the Greater Birmingham Young Republicans (GBYRs) about his effort to be elected by the House membership as the next Speaker of the Alabama House of Representatives. Representative Williams said, “I am here to talk to you about the future … Continued
November 16, 2015

State Rep. Lesley Vance Has Died

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, November 3, State Representative Lesley Vance (R-Phoenix City) has died. Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard (R-Auburn) said in a statement, “Today, the citizens of Russell and Lee Counties and the entire state of Alabama lost a great leader in the passing of Representative Lesley Vance. Chairman Vance … Continued
November 4, 2015

Rural leadership isn’t playing politics or playing the victim—We’re standing up for our communities

By Rep. Darrio Melton  Twentieth Century author Eric Hoffer once pointed out an illogical truth about humans: “People who bite the hand that feeds them usually lick the boot that kicks them.” Such is true with the duality of our political perceptions in Alabama: we lament the Federal government’s role while holding out our hand … Continued
October 27, 2015

Standridge Comments on Governor’s Broadband Announcement

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, October 22 State Representative David Standridge (R from Hayden) who is Chairman of the House Rural Caucus commented on Governor Robert Bentley’s broadband announcement earlier this week. Rep. Standridge said, “I am pleased to learn of the governor’s recent statement of support for statewide broadband. Having accessible … Continued
October 27, 2015

Speaking Engagement an Excuse or Ruse to Seek Delay in Hubbard Trial?

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—In what could be best described as another sneaky move Speaker Mike Hubbard’s criminal lawyer J. Mark White has asked for a continuance of the March trial. Surprisingly, contrary to procedure, White sent a confidential letter to Judge Jacob Walker III seeking a continuance, because suddenly White has been … Continued
October 23, 2015

Conformity: A Most Dangerous State of Affairs (Opinion)

  By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Legislators often say they are going to Montgomery to represent their districts. While the intent may be good, the actual reality is much different, under Speaker Mike Hubbard. The House of Representatives has always been a hierarchical body with the Speaker at the pinnacle. Over the years, good … Continued
April 15, 2015

If Just One Person Will Stand (Editorial)

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter A defiant Mike Hubbard sits high in the House Chambers, wielding the Speaker’s gavel with more power than any law-abiding citizen could possibly imagine. The Rev. Billy Graham once said, “Self-centered indulgence, pride and a lack of shame over sin are now emblems of the American lifestyle.” Hubbard represents … Continued
March 16, 2015

The Wages of Fear and Silent Consent

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Over the last several months, nationwide scandal has forced several politicos to resign from office. The list stretches from South Carolina to Oregon. But, here in Alabama, the Speaker of the House, Mike Hubbard, with 23 felony counts of public corruption hanging over his head, stands proudly defiant. Is … Continued
February 18, 2015