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Trump’s SOB comment overshadows visit to help Luther Strange

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Friday, President Donald Trump came to Alabama to help the campaign of appointed Sen. Luther Strange, R-Ala., who faces Roy Moore on Tuesday in a Republican runoff election. The president’s comments about athletes that kneel during the national anthem at NFL games, however, sparked a major controversy that spilled … Continued

September 25, 2017

Rich Wingo will seek re-election in House District 62

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, July 6, 2017 state Representative Rich Wingo (R from Tuscaloosa) announced that he will seek a new term for the House District 62 seat that he has held since 2014. Rep. Wingo said in a statement, “During my first term in the Alabama House, I have let my … Continued

July 7, 2017

A sports complex would be big for our local economy

By House Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford Etowah County has produced a lot of great athletes over the years, including several NFL players like Dre Kirkpatrick and Carnell “Cadillac” Williams. In November, the “Lady Fusion 03” soccer team won the state championship in the U13 division. We have a proud sports tradition here, and now … Continued

January 6, 2017

Foundation for Moral Law Condemns Georgia Governor’s Veto of Religious Freedom Bill

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, March 28, Georgia Governor Nathan Deal (R) vetoed Georgia House Bill 757. The Montgomery based Foundation for Moral Law condemned the decision by Gov. Deal. Deal was pressured to veto the bill by many members of the corporate community including Coke, Disney, and the NFL. Foundation President … Continued

March 29, 2016

Williams Proposes Giving Immunity to Athletes Who Testify Against Agents

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter College athletics is reportedly rife with corruption. Reports have surfaced recently that some college athletes (or their friends) are reportedly receiving extra benefits including cash and services for autographs. Many sports agents are anxious to develop relationships with athletes while they are still in school so they, or more … Continued

September 18, 2013