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More Alabama Republicans Abandon Trump

By Chip Brownlee The Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—More Republican members of the Alabama Congressional Delegation are adding on to condemnations against the Republican Presidential Nominee Donald Trump. Rep. Bradley Byrne (R), Rep. Martha Roby (R) and Gov. Robert Bentley have abandoned the controversial Republican candidate. “It is now clear that Donald Trump is not fit … Continued
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October 8, 2016

Roby First to Denounce Trump

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—US Representative Martha Roby became the first member of Alabama Congressional Delegation to denounce Republican Presidential nominee Donald Trump. In an early morning press release, Roby said, “Donald Trump’s behavior makes him unacceptable as a candidate for president, and I won’t vote for him.” Roby’s denouncement of Trump comes … Continued
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October 8, 2016

Byrne Troubled by Events in Syria

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, US Representative Bradley Byrne (R-Montrose) expressed concerns about events in war torn Syria and Russia’s role in the conflict. Congressman Byrne said, “I am deeply troubled by what is happening in Syria. For decades, the United States has worked to prevent Russia from gaining major influence in the … Continued
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October 7, 2016

Roby Says American Families, Small Business Crushed By Obamacare

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, October 4, 2016, US Representative Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) announced on social media that she agreed with former President Bill Clinton when he attacked Obamacare as a “crazy system.” Congresswoman Roby said in a statement on Facebook, “Couldn’t have said it better myself. Today Bill Clinton described Obamacare as … Continued
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October 5, 2016

Court Decision Could Make Ballot Access Easier for Third Party Candidates

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter There are two major political parties and three significant minor political parties in this country. In theory, voters get to choose between the Republican, Democratic, Libertarian, Green and Constitution Parties, plus Independent candidates when they vote. Alabama doesn’t really work that way. The way districts are gerrymandered based on … Continued
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October 3, 2016

Byrne Opposes new Overtime Rule

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, September 28, 2016, US Representative Bradley Byrne (R-Montrose) , applauded passage of legislation in the House of Representatives to delay the Obama Administration’s controversial “overtime regulation.” Congressman Byrne said on the floor of the House, “I rise in support of this legislation to require a six-month delay in … Continued
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September 30, 2016

Byrne Comments on Signing of Colombian Peace Accord

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Monday, September 26, 2016, US Representative Bradley Byrne (R-Alabama) issued a written statement in response to the signing of a peace accord between the Colombian government and the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC). Congressman Byrne said, “The signing of the peace agreement is a huge victory for the … Continued
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September 29, 2016

Roby Announces CAVHCS Has New Director

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, September 27, US Representative Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) announced that the VA (Veterans Administration) has finally appointed a permanent Director to head the troubled Central Alabama Veterans Health Care System (CAVHCS). Retired Air Force Colonel Linda Boyle will be the new director. Congresswoman Roby said in an email to … Continued
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September 28, 2016

Roby Criticizes Obama Administration for Iran Ransom Payments

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, September 22, US Representative Martha Roby (R-Montgomery) said, that the Obama Administration did not consult with the military before sending ransom payments to Iran. Congresswoman Roby said in a statement, “More keeps getting exposed about this terrible Iran ransom payment. The President didn’t consult with the Department of … Continued
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September 27, 2016

Rogers Looking to Protect the Homeland

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Friday, US Representative Mike Rogers (R-Saks) emailed residents of the Third District with his thoughts about the growing threat from ISIS-inspired terror attacks in our country. Congressman Rogers wrote, “Here in the United States, this past weekend, the Chelsea neighborhood in New York City was rattled by a … Continued
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September 27, 2016