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Oden Says that Liberal Environmentalists are Targeting Alabama

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter According to a statement released on Tuesday, April 8, Alabama Power rates have been flat since January 2012.  The release cites industry resources showing that investor-owned electric utilities in the Southeast have increased power bills by more than $2.7 billion since January 2012.  The Alabama Public Service Commission has … Continued
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April 10, 2014

Conservative Christians of Alabama Endorse Stan Cooke

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Sunday, April 6 the Stan Cooke for Lieutenant Governor Campaign announced that Cooke had been endorsed by the Conservative Christians of Alabama.  Stan Cooke thanked the influential conservative group for their support in a prepared statement. Stan Cooke said, “It is truly an honor to be endorsed by … Continued
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April 7, 2014

District 44 Candidates Forum

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, April 3 the Republican House District 44 candidates participated in a candidate’s forum at the Trussville Civic Center.  Channel 13’s Ken Lass moderated the event that was sponsored by the Trussville Chamber of Commerce and the conservative Republican Women of Trussville.  Candidates John Amari, Joe Freeman, and … Continued
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April 4, 2014

McKinney Touts Qualifications

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter As the Republican Primary draws near candidates are working hard to distance themselves from their competitors.  In a year where Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) appears to be sailing to his party’s nomination, the Secretary of State race is shaping up to be one of the most interesting contests.  … Continued
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March 31, 2014

Mathis Denounces Common Core

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Republicans are widely divided on whether the controversial Common Core standards should be adopted or not.  On Saturday, March 22 Dr. Chad Mathis denounced Common Core and attacked conservatives who support adoption of the controversial new national education standards. The conservative Congressional Candidate said in a Town Hall opinion … Continued
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March 26, 2014

McKinney Campaigns in St. Clair County

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, March 20, 2014, Alabama Secretary of State Candidate Reese McKinney (R) was in Moody to speak to members of the St. Clair County Republican Party.  The Alabama Political Reporter was there to cover the event. Reese McKinney said, “It is an honor to be here.  I want … Continued
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March 24, 2014

Freeman Gets Endorsement of Associated General Contractors of Alabama PAC

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The Alabama chapter of the Associated General Contractors (AGC) Political Action Committee has announced they are supporting Joe Freeman (R) for Alabama House of Representatives District 44. The Director of Government Affairs for the AGC, Chris Williams said “Joe Freeman’s background in finance and knowledge of State government will … Continued
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March 21, 2014

Butler and McKay Both Speak at Candidate Forum in Ashville

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, March 10, candidates for office appeared in Ashville at the St. Clair County Farmer’s Federation monthly dinner meeting to campaign and ask for support from the influential group. Both of the Republican candidates in the race for Alabama House District 30 appealed for votes from the members … Continued
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March 14, 2014

Candidates Addresses Tea Party Group

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, February 20th, Joe Freeman and nine other Republican candidates addressed the Rainy Day Patriots at their candidate’s forum. Freeman is running for Alabama House District 44, representing the Trussville and Clay area of Jefferson County. Rep. Arthur Payne (R) from Trussville has served for 44 years but … Continued
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March 3, 2014