Alabama politics

Elections

Rep. Lomax contrasts tax cuts with Mo Brooks’ legislative record

An APR review of Mo Brooks’ Alabama House record shows more than 100 votes supporting tax increases, raising questions about long-standing anti-tax claims

April 16, 2026

Pamela Casey makes case for prosecutor-led AG office on This Matters with Bill Britt

The Blount County DA told APR's Bill Britt that Alabama needs courtroom experience, not political ambition, in its top law enforcement role.

April 8, 2026

Alabama can’t afford unserious politics

When politics becomes performance, serious problems go unaddressed. And in Alabama, the consequences are already shaping everyday lives across the state.

April 6, 2026

An odd duck’s journey through faith, politics, and independence

Former Representative Mike Ball reflects on faith, loss and why independence—not party loyalty—ultimately shaped his path through politics.

April 6, 2026

The V: Voters engaged but unconvinced as rhetoric misses mark

On this week’s VOP, new polling shows engaged voters remain undecided as campaigns miss key issues and caucus scandal erupts.

April 6, 2026

Gov. Ivey signs HB475, freezing electric rates and reshaping PSC

Supporters argued the legislation provided immediate relief to consumers while allowing a wider range of perspectives in utility regulation decisions.

April 3, 2026

Rep. Mooney caught recording caucus, removed by House Republicans

A closed-door meeting on PSC legislation was disrupted when Mooney was caught recording, escalating tensions after prior leaked caucus audio involving Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter.

April 1, 2026

Alabama GOP voters engaged, but not persuaded

High undecided numbers across statewide races point to a deeper disconnect as the May primary approaches.

March 31, 2026

What I saw at NK3 in Birmingham

At NK3 in Birmingham, a diverse crowd revealed deeper emotions—conviction, concern and a shared demand for a more accountable government.

March 30, 2026

The pursuit of truth ends where the pursuit of power begins

Politics is an ugly, messy game, and there are those who absolutely love it.

March 30, 2026