The story behind why Alabama has two budgets
"Some of you have asked why we have two budgets: one for the General Fund and one for education. Here is why."
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See recent postsShameless: Alabama asks to use COVID funds to build more prisons
"The Department of Corrections wants federal dollars to build more prisons. The Treasury Department should laugh."
Lawrence Brandyburg appointed interim president at Bishop State Community College
Dr. Brandyburg will replace Dr. Reginald Sykes, who has stepped down from the position.
July 15, 2021
Former Tuskegee mayor nearly topples Confederate monument
Former Tuskegee Mayor Johnny Ford took a saw to a Confederate monument. He might have done enough damage to ultimately force its removal.
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See recent postsIs it morning in Alabama; dare we hope?
"Alabama needs problem solvers, not trouble makers."
American Legion Auxiliary Alabama Girls State announces elected officials
Over 400 young women attended. Girls State continues to be the primary youth leadership program for young women in Alabama.
June 15, 2021
Mo Brooks gets subpoena, claims trespass
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell has sued Brooks and three others over their involvement in the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol riot.
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See recent postsWe’re not giving up on Alabamians’ right to vote on gaming, lottery
"Ending the legislative session with an opportunity missed is not just a benign lack of action."
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See recent postsThe 2021 Legislative Session: Lots of talk, little action
"There were plenty of big issues and big ideas going into this session. There were very few big accomplishments."
Shelby introduces SMART Act to establish flat tax
The SMART Act establishes a flat income tax of 17 percent on all income.
May 18, 2021