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Remembering those we lost in 2016

INSIDE THE STATEHOUSE by Steve Flowers At the close of every year, my tradition is to acknowledge the passing away of significant political players from the political stage in Alabama. We have lost some icons from politics in the Heart of Dixie this year. Lucy Baxley passed away in October in Birmingham at 78. She … Continued
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December 28, 2016

Bring Photo ID to Vote on Tuesday

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Most of the officeholders in Alabama State government will be on the ballot Tomorrow (Tuesday, November 4). All registered voters are encouraged to vote. Remember however that the State is requiring that you present a valid photo ID to prove your identity when you go to the polls. Alabama … Continued
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November 3, 2014

You Must Have Photo I.D. to Vote Tuesday

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Most people in Alabama are enjoying cookouts, time with family, the pool, the lake, and the good weather; but Secretary of State Jim Bennett (R) reminded voters in a written statement Tuesday that there is an election on Tuesday, July 15. Secretary of State Jim Bennett expects a very … Continued
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July 11, 2014

Armistead Said that Freedom Depends on Honest Elections

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Tuesday, March 11, Alabama Republican Party Chairman Bill Armistead defended Alabama’s photo ID bill after U.S. Vice-President Joe Biden (D) attacked Alabama’s new voter I.D. law. Chairman Armistead said, “Vice President Joe Biden has taken a pot shot at Alabama’s Photo Voter ID law, saying he hopes Congress … Continued
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March 17, 2014

Friday is the Last Day for Major Party Qualifying

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter There are only two days left to qualify to run in the June 3rd party primaries. To run for a statewide office, the state legislature, or the United States Congress you need to file all qualifying papers including all fees with one of the two major political parties of your … Continued
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February 6, 2014
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Secretary of State Bennett Announces 2014 Legislative Package

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Alabama Secretary of State Jim Bennett (R) announced in a written statement that he was supporting a five-bill legislative package in the upcoming legislative session. The first priority is a bill that moves the election calendar back to allow absentee election managers enough time to process ballots of military … Continued
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January 13, 2014