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Democrats claim GOP Tax Plan would hurt Alabama workers, communities

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, the Alabama Democratic Party released a statement critical of the recently released House GOP tax plan that passed the U.S. House of Representatives earlier that day. “House Republicans voted today to increase taxes on middle class families and provide massive giveaways to billionaires and wealthy corporations. While Senate … Continued
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November 20, 2017

Secretary of State: No crossover voters will be prosecuted

By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill’s office said Friday that no crossover voters will be prosecuted and the instances of crossover voting were far fewer than initially believed. Initial numbers indicated in a formal election report in August showed more than 674 individuals had voted in the Democratic primary … Continued
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November 17, 2017

Moore picks up support from Legislators

By Samuel Mattison Alabama Political Reporter US Senate Candidate Roy Moore recently picked up endorsements from 13 members in the Alabama Legislature. Moore praised the endorsements and said that he was honored to have them standing with him in his campaign. “They are fighting the good fight here in Montgomery, and their support is continued … Continued
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August 23, 2017
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It’s not complicated

By Steve Flowers Inside the State House There is a proven theory espoused by political scholars that has prevailed in southern political history for decades. The premier political scholar, Dr. V. O. Key, first illustrated this repetitious theme that has weaved its way through the southern electorate. He called it “Friends and Neighbors” politics. It … Continued
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August 2, 2017

Former Pastor joins Governor’s race

By Sam Mattison Alabama Political Reporter Former Pastor Jason Childs officially entered Alabama’s race for Governor as a Democrat, after qualifying on Monday. Childs’ platform consists of marijuana law reform that would legalize the drug and tax it for state income. “It should have never been made illegal in the first place,” a statement from … Continued
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June 6, 2017

Republicans divided over Etowah County “Party switchers”

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Former Public Service Commissioner Terry Dunn (R) released a statement critical of a hot dog supper tonight being hosted the Republican Executive Committee of Etowah County to, “Welcome our newest elected official members: Etowah County Circuit Clerk Cassandra “Sam” Johnson and Etowah County Revenue Commissioner Linda Barrett-Vaughan,” who switched … Continued
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April 18, 2017
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What would it take for you to switch political parties?

By Sam McLure Alabama Political Report If you’ve been a Republican your entire life, what would it take for you to change your political allegiance? How bad would things have to get in the Alabama Republican Party for you to jump ship? Would having the most powerful man in the Legislature, Mike Hubbard, convicted of … Continued
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March 3, 2017
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This Session is different

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter There is a general sense around the State House that the 2017 Legislative Session is different. But in what way? Is there a chance we are witnessing an era of cooperation rather than confrontation? Could this be the time where all the citizens in every district matter whether Republican … Continued
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February 28, 2017
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Alabama Legislature week 2: Careful with those eyeglasses

By Josh Moon Alabama Political Reporter Week No. 2 has come and gone in the Alabama Legislature’s 2017 Regular Session, and we’re left with only the memories. And the awful legislation. Let’s get to the recap….   Rough Start If the first real day of debate on the House floor sets the tone for the … Continued
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February 17, 2017

Trump Wins Presidency

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Tuesday, November 8, 2016, Alabama voters went to the polls and chose Donald J. Trump (R) to be the next President of the United States. Voters in a majority of states agreed and Trump was elected to be the 45th President of the United States. Trump carried all … Continued
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November 9, 2016