racism

Organizers condemn “divisive concepts” bill

The bill passed the House State Government Committee 9-3 with all of the white lawmakers voting yes.

Patrick Darrington

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April 17, 2023

Opinion

HB7 and a cultural revolution

It seems the art of governing is identifying the wrong problem, applying an incompetent remedy and declaring victory.

Bill Britt

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April 17, 2023

Opinion

A question for state Rep. Ed Oliver

All people may have been created equal. But all haven’t received equal opportunities or treatment.

David Person

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March 10, 2023

ALGOP demands the state “legally abolish diversity, equity, inclusion” policies

The Alabama Republican Party on Saturday approved a resolution supporting the end of DEI policies in public institutions.

John H. Glenn

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February 28, 2023

Opinion

Why we must keep singing this song

A week or so ago, this was the first verse of the most dangerous song in America: Lift every voice and sing, ‘Til earth and heaven ring, Ring with the harmonies of liberty; Let our rejoicing rise High as the list’ning skies, Let it resound loud as the rolling sea. Crazy, right? A song about … Continued

David Person

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February 23, 2023

Opinion

A vague bill promises to ban something it seems

A group of Republican lawmakers wants to ban "divisive concepts." The bill should die a quick death.

Bill Britt

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January 30, 2023

Opinion

If a racially just Alabama is what you want, prove it

Inauguration speeches came on a day when Alabama has chosen to honor both Martin Luther King and Robert E. Lee.

Josh Moon

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January 17, 2023

Opinion

A Supreme Court work of fiction

The facts of the Greg Gunn killing are well established — unless you're an Alabama Supreme Court justice.

Josh Moon

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December 19, 2022

Alabama Supreme Court upholds removal of Talladega probate judge

The court found "clear and convincing evidence" of Jinks' alleged racist and sexually inappropriate behavior.

Jacob Holmes

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October 26, 2022