Lynda Blanchard: Democrats sing the same old debt ceiling song
"It’s time that Congress started living within the country’s means."
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Katie Britt says infrastructure bill must have Toomey cryptocurrency amendment
“We should be encouraging competition here in America, not driving economic activity overseas," said Katie Boyd Britt.
Republicans say Alabama economic development prospects improved with Amazon vote
Republicans say the vote should help the state remain a popular destination for companies looking to grow.
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Doug Jones says Joe Biden “is who we need as our next president”
Incumbent U.S. Sen. Doug Jones, D-Alabama, on Monday addressed the Democratic National Convention and told the Democratic delegates and TV viewers watching at home that former Vice President Joe Biden “is who we need as our next president.” “Growing up in the South meant growing up in the midst of stark divisions,” Jones said. “But … Continued
Tommy Tuberville slams Doug Jones for convention speech
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Jones promotes plan to help small businesses by using payroll processors
Sen. Doug Jones, D-Alabama, is advocating for a plan to give small businesses another round of help in paying employees by using the services of payroll processors. The plan to help aid small businesses was featured in The New York Times Monday. Several lawmakers have become frustrated with banks delivering aid to businesses during the … Continued