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Convicted Politico Launches Lobbying Group: Opinion

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—To avoid felony charges, as a part of his plea agreement, disgraced former lawmaker and insurance salesman, Greg Wren, resigned from office. On April 1, 2014, just before being placed in handcuffs and hauled off for booking, Wren told the assembled press that he was relieved, and was looking … Continued
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July 11, 2014

Brett King Wins Straw Poll

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Saturday, May 10, candidate for Alabama State Senate District 17 (SD 17) Brett King joined Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) and candidates from around the State when he spoke to Jefferson County Republicans at their 2014 meeting and Straw Poll event. King ended the event with the most … Continued
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May 11, 2014

Former Congressman Bonner Receives Cultivator Award

Staff Report Former U.S. Congressman Jo Bonner, R-Mobile, received the inaugural Cultivator Award from the Alabama Farmers Federation on the final day of the organization’s 92nd annual meeting in Montgomery Dec. 6. Bonner was recognized for his nearly 30 years of service to Alabama as a congressional staffer and U.S. representative. In Congress, he stood … Continued
December 13, 2013

Governor Praises Alabama Farmers

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Last Friday, Gov. Robert Bentley addressed more than 1,300 farmers from across the State for the Alabama Farmers Federation’s 92nd annual meeting in Montgomery. Bentley praised the farmers for being a big part of the State’s economic drivers and job creators. He compared his own work life to that … Continued
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December 9, 2013

Phil Williams Campaigning in St. Clair County

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, Alabama State Senator Phil Williams (R) from Rainbow City was in Ashville talking to the St. Clair County Farmer’s Federation seeking their endorsement. Senator Williams’ district currently consists of Etowah and Cherokee Counties; but redistricting means that in the 2014 election it will expand to include parts … Continued
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October 21, 2013

Alabama Farmers Federation Endorses Candidates for 2014 Election

Staff Report MONTGOMERY, Ala., Sept. 25 — The political action committee of the Alabama Farmers Federation (FarmPAC) today announced candidate endorsements for congressional and state offices in the 2014 primary elections. FarmPAC Advisory Trustees, who are farmers representing every county in Alabama, met with candidates and made endorsement recommendations at the group’s Sept. 24 meeting … Continued
September 25, 2013

Commissioner Oden Speaks Out: “Victory for Alabama families.”

Staff Report MONTGOMERY –  “Our actions today represent a victory for Alabama families. This Commission was tough on Mobile Gas. We were even tougher on Alabama Power. By adopting the PSC staff’s recommendation, we have lowered Alabama Power’s potential revenues by up to $65 million per year and ensured that electric rates will remain stable for both … Continued
August 14, 2013

Parnell Addresses St. Clair County Farmer’s Federation

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, Alabama Farmer’s Federation President Jimmy Parnell addressed over 90 assembled members of the St. Clair County Farmer’s Federation. President Jimmy Parnell said that most folks in America have all the food they want. This leads most folks to take food for granted. Parnell said that not only … Continued
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August 13, 2013

Aderholt Votes In Favor Of The FARRM Act

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Congressman Robert Aderholt (R) from Haleyville released a written statement on Thursday after H.R. 2642, the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management (FARRM) Act of 2013, passed in the United States House of Representatives. Rep. Aderholt said, “I think most Americans recognize that America’s farmers and ranchers are vital … Continued
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July 15, 2013