A Q&A with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Chris Countryman
Chris Countryman is campaigning for the Democratic nomination for governor of Alabama.
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See recent postsA majority of voters want expanded gambling, lottery. There’s little opposition. Why can’t it get done?
"The gambling bill would generate nearly a billion dollars in tax revenue annually and create more than 12,000 jobs. That seems worthwhile."
A new gambling push: Statewide ads to start Wednesday
The new ad campaign highlights Alabama's lost revenue and pushes voters to apply pressure to lawmakers who are standing in the way.
Judge: No proof VictoryLand is a public nuisance, lots of proof it’s a public benefit
The court ruled the state had failed to provide evidence that VictoryLand posed any real threat to the peace.
Gov. Kay Ivey announces she will run for re-election
Gov. Kay Ivey announced that she will seek a second full term as governor in 2022.
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See recent postsSessions ends: Gambling left on the table
"The gambling issue dominated the entire session. However, it failed in the House of Representatives."
House Speaker says that 2021 was a good session
Despite the House's inability to pass a gambling bill, Speaker Mac McCutcheon said that the 2021 Legislative Session was a good one.
Senate leadership “pleased” with the 2021 Legislative Session
Senate President Pro Tem Greg Reed, R-Jasper, said he was pleased with the outcome of the 2021 Legislative Session.
Social conservative disappointed with the 2021 Legislative Session
Social conservatives felt that their bills were not given priority by leadership during the 2021 Legislative Session.
Speaker wishes Legislature had been able to pass a lottery-gaming bill
McCutcheon said that the governor might call a special session on gambling "if there is an opportunity.”