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Public/Private partnerships can assist with infrastructure issues

By Johnny Kampis As some are calling for upwards of a trillion dollars in federal spending to help fix the nation’s crumbling infrastructure, a public-private partnership in Alabama is proving that some of those roads and bridges can be improved without using loads of taxpayer dollars. Officials in Baldwin County recently announced the expansion of … Continued
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July 25, 2017

Interview with Bryan Peeples

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, July 12, 2017, The Alabama Political Reporter (APR) sat down for a long discussion with Republican US Senate Candidate Bryan Peeples about the issues likely to face the US Senate. Peeples said, “I am a Rand Paul Republican. I think differently than some of the other candidates.  I … Continued
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July 14, 2017

Michael Hansen Interview

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, June 29, 2017, The Alabama Political Reporter (APR) sat down with Senate candidate Michael Hansen (D) and discussed issues likely to face the Senate. APR: If Syria attacks civilians with chemical weapons again, after both Presidents Trump and Obama have warned Assad not to do that, should the … Continued
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July 5, 2017

Nicole Jones running for Senate District 7

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, June 22, 2017, Huntsville area economic and commercial real estate developer Nicole Jones announced that she is running as a Republican for State Senate District 7, where incumbent Senator Paul Sanford (R-Huntsville) is not seeking reelection. Jones said on social media, “Huntsville, Madison County, and Senate District 7, We … Continued
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June 23, 2017

Randy Brinson Interview

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, June 21, 2017, Dr. Randy Brinson talked with The Alabama Political Reporter (APR) about his campaign to be the GOP nominee for the US Senate seat vacated when Sen. Jeff Sessions became US Attorney General. APR: Mo Brooks has introduced legislation allowing members of Congress to carry firearms in … Continued
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June 22, 2017
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Interstate 65: Alabama’s immediate infrastructure needs

By State Auditor Jim Zeigler I do not need expensive studies and consultants to know that Alabama has immediate infrastructure needs. I experienced a major infrastructure problem Saturday afternoon. While the inadequacy of Interstate 65 from Birmingham to Montgomery — and on all of the Beach route — may or may not be our most … Continued
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June 19, 2017

Meet gubernatorial candidate Scott Dawson

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, June 14, 2017, Scott Dawson sat down with The Alabama Political Reporter (APR) to discuss his bid for the 2018 Republican Party nomination for Governor. APR: Former Governor Bentley wanted to borrow $800 million to build four new mega prisons. Do you support Bentley’s prison plan? Dawson: When … Continued
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June 15, 2017

Ivey in DC meeting about Alabama infrastructure needs

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, June 8, 2017, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) was in Washington, DC at the invitation of President Trump (R) to take part in a series of meetings related to the President’s infrastructure plan. Governor Ivey said in a statement, “I am thankful President Trump asked me to join … Continued
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June 13, 2017
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Medical Research: Ensuring the infrastructure of hope

By Selwyn M. Vickers, M.D., FACS; John V. Marymont, M.D., MBA; and Richard M. Myers, Ph.D. Medical research means hope for millions of Americans and their families affected by a life-changing disease like Alzheimer’s, diabetes, cancer or heart disease — diseases that certainly have an impact in Alabama. As we look to the future, it … Continued
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May 24, 2017