government shutdown

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.

November 11, 2025

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.”

November 11, 2025

I’m about to SNAP: Tell Tommy Tuberville every family is worthy of security

Tuberville’s comments show a disregard for our rural Black communities here in Alabama.

November 11, 2025

SNAP snafu put vulnerable families through turmoil

For Pleasant Grove resident Krystal Barrett, the SNAP crisis means wondering how she feeds her two sons.

November 10, 2025

Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala. speaks at the Senate Armed Services Committee confirmation hearing for Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's choice to be Defense secretary, at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025.()

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.

November 7, 2025

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.

November 7, 2025

Truth dies when voters reward liars—democracy depends on accountability

Politicians lie because it works—voters believe them, and media too often repeats the lies instead of calling them out.

November 6, 2025

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.

November 5, 2025

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.

November 5, 2025

Federal government shutdowns need to end

Most Americans in the middle blame both parties equally. They say, “a pox on both your houses.”

November 5, 2025