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Line of Succession

By Bill BrittAlabama Political Reporter  MONTGOMERY—After reports of the State’s first lady filing for divorce from Gov. Robert Bentley, questions concerning executive succession began to surface. According to Article 5, Section 127 of the 1901 Constitution, the order of succession is as follows:  Governor Lieutenant Governor President Pro Tempore of the Senate Speaker of the … Continued
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September 1, 2015

Stan Cooke Addresses St. Clair County Republicans

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, candidate for Lieutenant Governor Stan Cooke (R) spoke to the St. Clair County Republican Party at the Moody City Hall. The Sumiton businessman, minister, and educator is running for the office currently held by Lieutenant Governor Kay Ivey (R). Stan Cooke said, “It is a distinct honor … Continued
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October 29, 2013

Ninesling Joins Statewide Democratic Candidates

By Beth Clayton Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY–A Democrat has announced that he plans to contest Lieutenant Governor Kay Ivey in the 2014 election. Scott Ninesling, a paramedic from Pine Level, has joined Miranda Joseph on the list of Democrats for statewide office in the coming cycle. Ninesling has never sought public office before now, but … Continued
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July 17, 2013