Not just any Democrat will do
The Democrats' fold on the shutdown highlights the fact that not just any Democrat can do the job that America needs.
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Deal to end federal government shutdown moves through Senate
Alabama’s senators praised the deal while Congresswoman Terri Sewell called the agreement “an empty promise from the Republicans.”
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SNAP snafu put vulnerable families through turmoil
For Pleasant Grove resident Krystal Barrett, the SNAP crisis means wondering how she feeds her two sons.
Sen. Tuberville reverses on filibuster under pressure from Trump
Tuberville, once a staunch defender of the filibuster, changed his stance, now echoing Trump's calls to end it and reopen the government.
ACA subsidy debate continues as Alabamians face rising insurance costs
More than 477,000 Alabamians are enrolled in ACA Healthcare Marketplace insurance plans, over 90 percent of whom receive subsidized coverage.
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Politicians lie because it works—voters believe them, and media too often repeats the lies instead of calling them out.
Birmingham approves emergency SNAP aid during ongoing government shutdown
The Birmingham City Council approved Mayor Randall Woodfin's proposal to offer food assistance to residents as the government shutdown halts benefits.
Gov. Ivey directs $2 million to food banks in response to SNAP crisis
The funds are intended to help support recipients facing uncertain access to food because of the shutdown.
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See recent postsFederal government shutdowns need to end
Most Americans in the middle blame both parties equally. They say, “a pox on both your houses.”