Big Jim Folsom: Friends and lawyers
Big Jim was a true politician, and he was not above straddling the fence, but at least he was honest about it.
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Families, friends of incarcerated individuals protest outside ADOC headquarters
The protestors delivered a list of demands to the Alabama Department of Corrections on Monday.
45 years later, man sentenced to life at 16-years-old seeks parole
Faith communities, prisoners’ rights groups, friends and family of man sentenced to life at 16-years-old are advocating for his parole to be approved after spending over 45 years in prison. Andre Legay Wallace was convicted of murder, robbery, rape and mayhem in 1974. He was then sentenced to concurrent terms of life in prison for … Continued
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See recent postsRace to the bottom
What is it about Donald Trump that attracts such a following in Alabama? He’s from New York, after all, and being from the Northeast almost always generates skepticism in Alabama voters. Folks, he’s a Yankee. As for his politics, Trump is playing conservative right now, but he’s actually been all over the place. He supported … Continued
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See recent postsThis 4th of July, remember what it means to be an American
This week, our nation celebrates its 243rd birthday. Most of us will spend the day celebrating with family and friends, barbecuing and watching fireworks. But between the fireworks and cheeseburgers, it is important that we take a moment to think about what it means to be an American and pause to remember those who have … Continued
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See recent postsWant to change Alabama? Speak up.
Speak up. After last week’s abortion ruling, and the surrounding outrage, I continue to hear from people who want to know what they can do to protect their rights and to stop this insanity. The answers are easy. Speak up. Get involved early. Vote for your own interests. And research the candidates. But mostly, … Continued
Ivey unveils infrastructure plan
On County Road 17 in rural Maplesville, Gov. Kay Ivey earlier today announced her bold new Rebuild Alabama Infrastructure Plan. “By increasing our investment in infrastructure, we are not only investing in our roads and bridges,” said Ivey. “We are making important investments in economic development, the safety of our family and friends, our local … Continued
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See recent postsThe importance of being thankful
It’s important to be thankful. I know that sounds trite and that your immediate reaction was to roll your eyes and mutter “oh, great, a stupid Thanksgiving column,” but give me a second. This is not an attempt to recast reality or try to put a pretty bow on a steaming pile of horse manure … Continued
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See recent postsInside the Statehouse: Alabama vs. Auburn game
The only sport that Alabamians enjoy more than Alabama politics is college football. We especially love the Alabama vs. Auburn football game. Folks, this is Alabama/Auburn week in Alabama. The Alabama vs. Auburn annual event is one of the fiercest of college football rivalries. It is the game of the year. It is a state civil war that divides … Continued
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See recent postsPause to count your blessings
By U.S Rep. Bradley Byrne As we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, I want to put the political debates of today aside and take time to reflect on the many blessings that we all-too-often take for granted. As I sat down to write this column, four very distinct blessings came to my mind. The first blessing … Continued