Craig Ford

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Doing What’s Best for Our Children’s Education

By Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford Education should not be a partisan issue. We should always do what is in our children’s best interests. I believe strongly in working with the business community to develop curriculums that prepare our children not just for a college education, but also for entering the workforce. Last week’s announcement of … Continued

Craig Ford

August 20, 2013

The Doctor’s Advice

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Nationally, the democratic party is gaining ground according to several respected polling institutions. However, in Alabama, the once dominate democratic party is in shambles. Dysfunctional, disorganized, and demonized, the democrats in Dixie, if not a dying breed, would appear to be on life support. “Nationally, the outlook for the … Continued

Bill Britt

August 15, 2013

Opinion

Time to Invest in Public Education and Stop Punishing Educators

By Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford I have always been a believer in the value of education. And that is why I have always fought to protect our public schools and to fund them to the level that our children deserve. But over the past three years, state leaders in Montgomery have done a very … Continued

Craig Ford

August 13, 2013

Opinion

Alabama Needs Leaders Who Will Be Your Representative to Government, Not the Government’s Representative to You

By Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford When I was growing up, one of the most important lessons my parents taught me was to always remember who got me to where I am. Like that old saying goes, “You dance with the one that brung ya.” As a state representative, I have tried my best to … Continued

Craig Ford

August 6, 2013

Opinion

Alabama Soldier Presents State, American Flags to Ford

From the office of House Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford Gadsden, AL – After flying over the skies of Afghanistan and being carried on combat missions by members of the Alabama National Guard, an American and Alabama flag have returned home where they were presented to House Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford, D-Gadsden, last Friday. … Continued

Craig Ford

July 30, 2013

Opinion

Bi-Partisan Support for Education Reform Begins with AMSTI

By Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford I was very glad to see Gov. Bentley come out this week in support of the Alabama Math, Science and Technology Initiative, more commonly known as the AMSTI program. This program is something that Democrats have long been in support, and I am glad to see Gov. Bentley … Continued

Craig Ford

July 23, 2013

Opinion

Why We Must Inspire Our Children to Public Service

By Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford Earlier this month, a new Gallop poll was released showing that sixty-four percent of Americans do not want their children to pursue a career in politics. While I understand why Americans feel this way, I am also deeply disappointed by this. Certainly, politics has earned a bad reputation. There’s … Continued

Craig Ford

July 16, 2013

Opinion

What Makes America Great

By Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford Last week, in recognition of Independence Day, I wrote about freedom and democracy and how these are both a right and a privilege. Freedom and democracy are what makes this country great. They are the reason that people are willing to risk their lives to come to this … Continued

Craig Ford

July 9, 2013

Opinion

Freedom and Democracy: A Privilege and Responsibility

By Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford The Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays. It is a special time each year when we celebrate our nation’s birthday (this year is our 237th birthday) with fun, food, fireworks, family and friends. But it should also be a time when we reflect on what … Continued

Craig Ford

July 2, 2013

Opinion

Governor Playing Politics with People’s Livelihoods

By Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford Alabama’s state employees work hard. They make our state and local governments function. They keep our courts running and our streets safe. And for the past five years, they have done so while having their pay and their budgets cut. Even merit raises, which are given solely on the … Continued

Craig Ford

June 25, 2013