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If you think the Alabama GOP can’t sink lower, think again

“Free2be does not share the values of most Alabamians.” — Scott Dawson, Republican candidate for governor of Alabama. Scott Dawson might be right. But if he is, and if it’s true that Alabamians don’t share the values of Free2be, a group whose primary goal is to provide mental health counseling and counseling to prevent violence … Continued
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May 16, 2018

GE Aviation opens new plant in Huntsville

GE Aviation opened a new factory in Huntsville on Wednesday. The new factory will be the only U.S. location to produce unique materials used to manufacture ceramic components poised to revolutionize jet propulsion. Gov. Kay Ivey was at the grand opening. “Alabama’s contribution to the aerospace industry continues to grow as we celebrate the grand … Continued
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May 14, 2018
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Straight party? That’s lazy, or stupid

A few years ago (more than a decade), a friend was running for circuit judge in Jefferson County. He is a Democrat. His opponent was, obviously, a Republican. An incumbent Republican. My friend was much more qualified than the Republican incumbent, who had made a number of questionable decisions from the bench. This Republican was … Continued
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May 11, 2018

Ivey’s doctor writes that she is in “excellent health”

Kay Ivey’s GOP rivals have released their medical records and have been questioning the governor’s health. On Wednesday, the Ivey campaign released a letter from her doctor stating that she is in excellent health. Dr. Brian W. Elrod wrote, “Governor Ivey has had physicals for the last fifteen years, and she is in excellent health.” … Continued
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May 10, 2018
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Inside the Statehouse: Low voter turnout expected for primary

We are less than four weeks away from our June 5th primary. Those of us who follow Alabama politics have pointed to this year as being a very entertaining and interesting gubernatorial year. However, last year’s resignation by former Governor, Robert Bentley and the ascension of Kay Ivey from Lt. Governor to the Governor’s office … Continued
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May 9, 2018

Ivey announces that feds approve state’s ESSA Plan

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced on Monday that the U.S. Department of Education approved the state’s educational plan. Congress passed the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) reforming federal involvement in Alabama education. “I had a great conversation with Secretary DeVos about education in Alabama and was glad to receive her call regarding our state ESSA … Continued
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May 8, 2018

Kay Ivey endorsed by pro-life Susan B. Anthony List

Monday, Governor Kay Ivey received an endorsement from pro-life group Susan B. Anthony List. “We are proud to endorse Governor Kay Ivey, a longtime friend of SBA List,” SBA List’s Vice President of Government Affairs Marilyn Musgrave said. “An original member of our National Pro-Life Women’s Caucus, Kay exemplifies the pro-life, pro-woman leadership SBA List … Continued
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May 8, 2018

Twinkle Cavanaugh raises $214,085 in April

Public Service President Twinkle Cavanaugh filed her final monthly fundraising report on Tuesday before the June 5th Republican primary for lieutenant governor. With five weeks left until the primary election, Cavanaugh’s April report showed a monthly fundraising total of $214,085. “I’ve been blown away by the response I’ve received from moms and dads in every … Continued
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May 3, 2018

Ivey says nearly 15,500 jobs were generated last year from projects

Thursday, Gov. Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Commerce released the 2017 New & Expanding Industry Report. Ivey said that companies planning new facilities or expanding existing operations in Alabama announced nearly 15,500 new jobs and more than $4.4 billion in capital investment during 2017, according to a comprehensive report detailing economic development activity … Continued
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May 2, 2018

Alabama New South Alliance endorses Will Sellers for Supreme Court

Monday, the Alabama New South Alliance announced that they have endorsed Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice Will Sellers. “I’m honored to be the only statewide Republican candidate to receive the endorsement of the Alabama New South Coalition,” Sellers said. “Citizens expect justice to be fair and impartial, without regard to race or political party. Receiving … Continued
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May 1, 2018