League of Conservation Voters gives Sewell highest score in congressional delegation
The average House score for Alabama congress members was 15 percent and the average Senate score was 35 percent.
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Sheriff Samaniego endorses Russell Bedsole in House District 49
Shelby County Sheriff John Samaniego has endorsed Russell Bedsole for Alabama House of Representatives District 49. The election is Tuesday. Bedsole, who has 21 years of experience with the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, announced his candidacy for the vacant District 49 seat on June 2, 2020. “As a longtime member of the Shelby County Sheriff’s … Continued
Conservation Alabama endorses Russell Bedsole in House District 49 race
Conservation Alabama announced Thursday that the group is endorsing Russell Bedsole in the special Republican primary on Tuesday, Aug. 4. “Conservation Alabama Action Fund is pleased to announce the endorsement of Russell Bedsole in the State House District 49 Special Election,” the group said in a statement. Tammy Monistere is the executive director of the … Continued
Poll: 75 percent of Alabama voters favor expansion of renewable energy
A recent statewide poll found that 75 percent of registered Alabama voters support the expansion of renewable energy in Alabama. Support for more renewable energy is consistent regardless of party affiliation, geographic location or race. When asked about the energy currently being used in Alabama, 46 percent of poll respondents said that we are not … Continued
Conservation Alabama celebrates 20 years
It has been 20 years since Conservation Alabama, one of the most influential environmental groups in Alabama, was founded. The group was founded as the Alabama League of Environmental Action Voters to give the environment a voice at the Alabama Statehouse. It was later renamed Conservation Alabama. Conservation Alabama has worked with environmental organizations, communities, … Continued
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Kay Ivey is lying. With a capital L. She’s not using a “talking point,” as many in the media have claimed. She’s not ducking a question. She’s not being politically savvy. When Kay Ivey looks into cameras and tells the people of Alabama that she won’t debate because her Democratic opponent, Walt Maddox, keeps changing … Continued
Democratic gubernatorial candidates answer Conservation Alabama’s questions
Democratic gubernatorial candidates answered questions for environmentalist group Conservation Alabama. “This year we go to the polls to choose those leaders who represent our values as Alabamians, from the Governor’s office to our state legislators,” Executive Director Tammy Herrington said. “Our mission here at Conservation Alabama is to ensure those leaders care about our water, … Continued
Democrats cheer Doug Jones’ victory
By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The voters of Alabama went to the polls Tuesday and elected Doug Jones to be their next U.S. senator. The shocking come-from-behind victory was met with nationwide jubilation by Democrats and their allies. Alabama Democratic Party Chair Nancy Worley said in a statement, “Tonight, the people of Alabama elected … Continued
Sewell, Bell League of Conservation Voters, Conservation Alabama visit Birmingham Civil Rights Monument
By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, August 8, US Representative Terri Sewell and Mayor William Bell joined Conservation Alabama and the League of Conservation Voters for a tour of the Birmingham Civil Rights Monument. The tour highlighted the importance of preserving National monuments at a time when the Trump administration is conducting an unprecedented National … Continued
Conservation Alabama pleased with Legislative Session
By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, May 18, 2017 Conservation Alabama announced in their newsletter that they had successfully blocked legislation that would have taxed the land holdings of Forever Wild. Executive Director Tammy Herrington said in a statement, “The 2017 Legislative session will end this week. Almost 9,000 emails and letters have been … Continued