APR Opinion

Do laws even matter anymore?

It seems that laws have become minor inconveniences that are barely speed bumps on the way for certain lawmakers to do whatever they want.

May 13, 2026

From stewardship to siege: how leadership lost its meaning

From the Cold War to George Wallace to Tommy Tuberville, division has won elections but repeatedly cost Alabama legitimacy, growth, and long-term strength.

January 26, 2026

How gradual erosion tested American democracy in 2025

Foundational democratic principles were tested throughout 2025, challenged by leaders who substituted performance for governance and grievance for responsibility.

December 29, 2025

When citizens disengage, self-government erodes in Alabama

Low turnout and habit-driven politics quietly replace accountability, leaving power unchallenged and citizens forgetting their responsibility in a self-governing state.

December 22, 2025

Every rebellion begins somewhere—even if it’s with a sandwich

A small act of defiance in Washington reminds us that courage and conscience, not compliance, have always been democracy’s lifeblood.

November 10, 2025

Baird’s “impeccable record” leaves Alexander City paying more, getting less

Families in Alexander City face soaring utility bills, foul water, and failed promises while Mayor Baird touts his “impeccable record.”

September 12, 2025