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Brooks says ruling on LGBTQ+ workplace discrimination “dumbest” he’s ever read

U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks, who represents Alabama’s 5th Congressional District, called the Supreme Court decision that federal anti-discrimination laws cover gay, lesbian and transgender workers the “dumbest” he’s “ever read.” The Supreme Court on Monday, in a landmark 6-3 ruling, found that Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act offers protection against workplace discrimination … Continued
June 16, 2020

How has Alabama done reopening its economy post COVID-19 shutdown?

Alabama has partially reopened the state’s economy after a COVID-19 shutdown. How has that worked out? Bluntly, re-opening Alabama’s economy has not worked out well and may become disastrous. Our lack of leadership, of planning and of resolve to do what is right has left us with too many sick, too many dead, and too … Continued
June 15, 2020

There is no redemption for George Wallace

George Wallace’s name doesn’t deserve to be on any building anywhere.  That there is debate about this is, quite frankly, astounding. And it’s yet another example of the whitewashing of history that has gone on for far too long in this state, and throughout the South.  We love a good redemption story, even if it’s … Continued
June 12, 2020

Secretary of State to evaluate all county registrars

This week, Secretary of State John H. Merrill notified all 204 Registrars in the State of Alabama that their performances would be evaluated following the November 3, 2020 General Election. “Every agent of the state should be held accountable for their actions – especially those who are tasked with protecting the opportunity for Alabamians to … Continued
June 5, 2020

State says issue causing under-reporting of COVID-19 cases resolved

Update, Saturday, June 6 at 11:45 a.m.: The Alabama Department of Public Health, in a statement Saturday, said the issue with a computer system has been resolved. ADPH: “The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Alabama Department of Public Health, and its vendor have resolved issues related to delays in the national surveillance system. Delays … Continued
June 4, 2020

Police deploy tear gas, rubber bullets on peaceful protesters in Huntsville

Police in Huntsville deployed tear gas and fired rubber bullets at peaceful protesters and demonstrators chanting “I can’t breathe” in downtown Huntsville Wednesday evening, injuring several people, including a small child. Video from the scene shows demonstrators at the aftermath of an Alabama NAACP rally peppered with rubber bullets and tear gas as law enforcement … Continued
June 3, 2020