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Brooke Speaks to Republican Women of Trussville

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, May 1, Sixth District Congressional Candidate Will Brooke spoke at the Greyson Valley Country Club to the Republican Women of Trussville. The former Harbert executive is running for the Republican nomination to replace the retiring Spencer Bachus (R) from Vestavia. Will Brooke told the crowd at the dinner … Continued
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May 9, 2014

Dr. Mathis Addresses Republican Women of Trussville

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, May 1, Dr. Chad Mathis (R), who is running for the Sixth District Congressional seat, spoke at the monthly meeting of the influential Republican Women of Trussville, who were meeting at the Grayson Valley Country Club in the Trussville/Clay area. Dr. Chad Mathis said that he is … Continued
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May 8, 2014

Roby and Rogers Critical of VA Backlog

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Friday, May 2, Representative Martha Roby (R) from Montgomery released a statement concerning the backlog situation at the Veterans Administration and efforts to correct the abusive system which has seen some veterans die while waiting for medical care; care that was promised to them when they enlisted.  Congressman … Continued
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May 6, 2014

Shelby Says that NASA Budget Shows Lack of Commitment

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, May 1st, Senator Richard Shelby (R) from Alabama spoke critically of NASA’s 2015 budget request. Sen. Shelby said, “While the Space Launch System (SLS) is subject to strict and necessary oversight, severe budget cuts will ensure delays and unnecessary cost growth.  At the same time, NASA has … Continued
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May 5, 2014

Byrne Defends Future of LCS

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, April 28, 2014, U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (R) sent two letters urging support for funding the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS). One letter was sent to House Armed Services Committee Chairman Howard P. “Buck” McKeon (R) from California, Ranking Member Adam Smith (D) from Washington, Seapower Subcommittee Chairman … Continued
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April 30, 2014

Cam Ward Endorses DeMarco

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The Paul DeMarco for Congress campaign announced on Thursday, April 24 that respected State Senator Cam Ward from Alabaster has endorsed state Rep. Paul DeMarco in the Republican primary for the Sixth Congressional District. Sen. Ward believes that Rep. DeMarco’s conservative record and public service makes him the best … Continued
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April 28, 2014

Mathis Unveils Tax Reform and Fiscal Accountability Package

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, April 21st, Dr. Chad Mathis unveiled his newest reform plan. This time it was his comprehensive “Agenda for Fiscal Responsibility and Tax Reform.”  Dr. Mathis says that this proposal lays the groundwork for a fiscally leaner, more accountable Congress, and puts in place a two-step process by which we … Continued
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April 24, 2014

Byrne Critical of Shortened Red Snapper Season

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Critics of the Obama administration say that nation has millions of barrels of oil that we could be drilling for if only the federal government would get out of the way.  Canada has millions of barrels of oil we could put Americans too work refining if only the federal … Continued
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April 24, 2014