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Josh Jones announces he will not run for governor

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Businessman Josh Jones formally announced Thursday that he had suspended his campaign for governor as a Republican. “I am thankful for the incredible people of Alabama,” Jones said. “Thank you for all the support and prayers through this process. Though this campaign has come to an end may we … Continued
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January 8, 2018

Kay Ivey maintains lead in fundraising

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, the end-of-year campaign finance reports for gubernatorial candidates were made public on the Secretary of State’s website. Gov. Kay Ivey continues to maintain a substantial fundraising lead over all of her Republican opponents. Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle finished the year with $1,190,303 in cash on hand. $974,430 less … Continued
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January 5, 2018

2018 Races to Watch

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The major party primaries are on June 5, 2018.  Formal major party candidate qualifying opens on January 9; but already politicos are looking ahead to these 2018 races. In 2014 it was a question if Democrats were even going to find a candidate willing to run against the then … Continued
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December 28, 2017

Stacy George drops out of Governor’s race, endorses Kay Ivey

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Monday, former Morgan County Commissioner Stacy George (R) announced that he was dropping out of the Alabama governor’s race and was endorsing Gov. Kay Ivey. George says that he is dropping out of public life. He will complete his book. “I, Stacy Lee George am leaving the 2018 Governor’s … Continued
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November 20, 2017

Kay Ivey continues to lead in fundraising battle

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) continues to lead the field in campaign fundraising ahead of the 2018 primary.  The Governor closed October with a reported ending balance of $1,616,029.87 in her campaign account, more than any of her competitors, from either major party, for the state’s highest office. Gov. … Continued
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November 6, 2017

State Sen. Bill Hightower endorses Roy Moore

By Brandon Moseley  Alabama Political Reporter Monday, the Judge Roy Moore for U.S. Senate campaign announced that Alabama State Sen. Bill Hightower, R-Mobile, has endorsed Moore for the United States Senate. “Judge Roy Moore is a principled man who stands up for religious liberty and defends the Constitution,” Hightower said. “It is a privilege to … Continued
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October 31, 2017

Walt Maddox announces run for Governor

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox announced that he was running for Governor of Alabama as a Democrat. Maddox released a video pledging to end Alabama’s crisis in leadership. “I believe in Alabama and I believe in our potential which is why I believe that we must solve the crisis … Continued
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October 6, 2017

Mike Huckabee endorses Scott Dawson for Governor

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee  endorsed Scott Dawson for Governor of Alabama. Huckabee is an author, a former Fox News TV show host, a former pastor and twice a Republican candidate for president of the United States. Huckabee made the endorsement of Dawson while on the popular “Rick … Continued
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October 6, 2017

David Carrington drops out of Governor’s race

By Brandon Moseley  Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, Jefferson County Commissioner David Carrington announced that he was ending his campaign for Governor of Alabama. Carrington said in a statement to supporters, “After prayerful consideration, I’ve decided it’s time for me to end my campaign for Governor.” Carrington said, “My six-month journey has been fascinating – one … Continued
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September 14, 2017

Stacy George announces book release

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Sunday, Republican gubernatorial candidate Stacy George announced that his book, “Corruption in the Heart of Dixie,” should come out in November. Commissioner George said in a statement, “Our goal is to complete my book by November of 2017 and do book signings through the remainder of the year.” George said, … Continued
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September 13, 2017