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Merrill response not a surprise

I like John Merrill.  I can’t help it. I like people who embrace who they are, imperfections and all, and make a hard run at whatever life they’ve chosen.  John Merrill must’ve known in elementary school that he wanted to be a politician, and he’s worked at it every day since. Shaking hands. Remembering people’s … Continued
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August 5, 2019
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The Pulitzer Prize: The Good Journalism Seal of Approval

Alabama Media Group columnist John Archibald’s life has changed forever. I know, because I’ve been there. Still am. Archibald won the Pulitzer Prize for Commentary this week, a much-deserved honor and one that underscores the journalism talent that existed at The Birmingham News for decades. Still exists on a few islands. It says much about … Continued
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April 19, 2018
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Time for BCA’s Canary to go

By Steve Flowers Inside the Statehouse As I mentioned last week, we will have a plethora of political contests to follow next year, and the field is beginning to formulate. The governor’s race is always the marquee event. However, the most important races will be for the 35 State Senate and 105 House of Representatives … Continued
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September 13, 2017

Josh Moon Joins APR

Staff Report Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—This week, columnist and reporter Josh Moon joined the staff of The Alabama Political Reporter. “We are proud of Josh’s accomplishments both as a journalist and an opinion writer and are excited about the possibilities that lie ahead,” said Editor in Chief Bill Britt. “Josh’s dogged pursuit of truth and … Continued
October 11, 2016
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Faithful to the Mission

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Over the past 24 hours, I have received criticism and “atta boys” for my article “Greene County’s Burden.” Perhaps, I deserve both or neither, but at least people are talking. Before we published the first page on Alabama Political Reporter, we determined our mission would be to inform, educate … Continued
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July 19, 2016