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New Court Documents Show Grand Jury Leaks To Defense

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Court documents filed today by State’s prosecution in Speaker Mike Hubbard case reveal that Hubbard and his close associates began receiving Grand Jury leaks in 2012. Hubbard’s criminal defense J. Mark White, has been making accusations of Grand Jury leaks even before the Lee County Grand Jury, investigating Hubbard … Continued
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March 23, 2015

Is State Picking Winners and Losers In the Insurance Business?

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—In 1995, the Alabama State Legislature passed a tax incentive plan authorizing lower Premium taxes for insurance companies that met certain criteria. The tax incentives became available under two provisions passed that year: Insurance Facility Office Credit and Real Property Investment Credit. Under the Insurance Facility Office Credit, an … Continued
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March 16, 2015
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If Just One Person Will Stand (Editorial)

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter A defiant Mike Hubbard sits high in the House Chambers, wielding the Speaker’s gavel with more power than any law-abiding citizen could possibly imagine. The Rev. Billy Graham once said, “Self-centered indulgence, pride and a lack of shame over sin are now emblems of the American lifestyle.” Hubbard represents … Continued
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March 16, 2015

Rogers Receives Maximum Donation After Hubbard Pep Rally

By Bill BrittAlabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Just two weeks after appearing at Speaker Mike Hubbard pep rally, US Representative Mike Rogers (R-District 3) received a hefty campaign contribution from former Gov. Bob Riley. On October 20, 2014, Hubbard was arrested and charged by the State with 23 felony counts of public corruption. A day later he … Continued
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March 10, 2015
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Real Solutions: The Heart Of The Bentley Revolution

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Perhaps the seminal moment in Gov. Robert Bentley’s State of the State address was when he dared say what other Republicans are loathe to admit, “There is nothing more conservative than paying your debts and getting your financial house in order.” For decades, Alabama State Government has failed to … Continued
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March 5, 2015

Hubbard Ignored Warnings

  By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—On January 27, 2012, a letter from the Alabama Ethic’s Commission cautioned Speaker Mike Hubbard not to use the mantle of his office with regards to his contract with Southeast Alabama Gas District (SEAGD). But, Hubbard ignored their warning on this as well as other “consulting” contracts, according … Continued
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March 4, 2015
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The Trouble With Hubbard And The Path Ahead

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter “Hubbard Enters Session Under Cloud…” That was part of an article this news organization published at the beginning of the 2013 legislative session. Few believed us at the time, and those who did were terrified of the consequences, including Speaker Mike Hubbard. Since 2012, we have written hundreds of … Continued
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March 3, 2015

Email to House Members re: Hubbard: “God help us all”

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter On Sunday, an email was sent to all House members. The subject line reads, “We have to do something about Speaker Hubbard.” The writing suggests that it could have been composed and sent by a sitting legislator, but the moniker appears to be fictitious, seeing as it doesn’t match … Continued
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March 2, 2015