For the casual observer, taking a cursory look at our political leaders reveals that may we have some pretty old folks in positions of power. Our new President, Donald Trump, is not a spring chicken at 78. Our own Alabama Governor Kay Ivey is 80 and goes by the monicker “Mee Maw.” However, a new […]

During the 2022 election cycle, a curious thought struck Angela Shepard of Auburn as she was filling out her absentee ballot prior to working as a poll watcher. She wondered if someone could manipulate an election by simply taking absentee ballots like hers, making multiple copies on regular copy paper, and inserting them in a […]

In today’s digital age, keeping our children safe online is one of the greatest challenges parents face. We set curfews, teach our kids to look both ways before crossing the street, and monitor who they spend time with—but when it comes to the apps they use daily, many of us are left in the dark. […]

This Sunday leaders from throughout Alabama and the entire country will commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Selma to Montgomery March and the infamous Bloody Sunday on the Edmund Pettus Bridge. It was a momentous occasion and needs memorializing.  Make no mistake about it, this event led to the passage of the 1965 Voting Rights […]

Alabama has made great strides in improving our roads and bridges thanks to the Rebuild Alabama Act. Investments in infrastructure have created safer highways, boosted economic growth and improved the quality of life for communities across our state. However, a new proposal in the Legislature threatens to undo all this progress and recklessly put our […]

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries, businesses, and how we live our daily lives. From streamlining operations to improving services, AI’s potential to enhance local government functions is an exciting prospect for Opelika. As mayor, I am eager to explore how we can responsibly and effectively integrate AI-driven solutions to improve efficiency, responsiveness, and […]

Our Alabama Public Television system was one of the first public television networks in the nation. Today it is one of the best. They continue to produce premiere documentaries, especially surrounding Alabama history. Under the auspices of Director/Producers Pete Conroy and Seth Johnson, they are set to release “A Legacy of Progress. The Jim Folsom […]

Fifteen years ago, everything changed in the Alabama Legislature. In 2010, Republicans gained control of the Alabama House of Representatives and the Alabama State Senate. Republicans flipped 17 House seats and seven Senate seats, marking the first time in 136 years that our party held the majority in both chambers. This historic shift gave Alabama—struggling […]

Alabama has been through a lot in recent years. We are still recovering from the covid pandemic and families in our state have faced excessive costs from groceries to prescription drugs. We have managed to bounce back from these challenges because that is what we do here: when we get knocked down, we get back […]

The odds are high that everyone knows someone who relies on an essential medication like insulin or an inhaler to stay healthy. And yet, at a time when more than half of Americans worry about affording those very medications, Big Pharma continues to drive up the cost of prescription drugs. As many of us know […]

Over the past few decades, so much about daily life in our nation has changed, especially for teenagers and children. Young people are dealing with so many new challenges and fears that are affecting their mental health. Unfortunately, being a victim of a school shooting has become a real fear for many of our students. […]

Children are a blessing from the Lord. That’s not exactly a hot take. For many, the path to parenthood is simple, but for others, it is a journey marked by heartbreak, loss, and unwavering hope. Those who struggle with infertility know the ache of empty arms and unanswered prayers. When my wife & I made […]

Huntsville has long been a symbol of American innovation. From the Apollo missions to the cutting-edge work happening today at Redstone Arsenal and the Marshall Space Flight Center, this city embodies the power of American ingenuity. That same spirit of innovation fuels our nation’s manufacturing industry—an industry that is not only driving economic growth but […]

His name is John. John has a quiet, humble demeanor—the essence of a Christian servant. He is a pharmacist in a small community, a wonderful husband, and a father to two children. As he suffers from depression and anxiety, John was hospitalized by his loved ones out of fear he would commit suicide. John may […]

I’ve seen firsthand the transformative power of education, especially when it’s paired with determination and vision. As a young girl, I witnessed my mother, a single parent of five children working long hours at a sewing factory, return to Reid State Technical College to pursue her dream of becoming a cosmetologist. At the time, my […]

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama’s mission is to provide Alabamians access to quality, affordable healthcare because we care about their health, financial security, and peace of mind. Unfortunately, the proponents of ALFA’s “health” plan have chosen to engage in false and misleading attacks on Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama instead of […]

The tradition of military service runs deep in the DNA of the Oliver family. From the Battle of Camden in the Revolutionary War to Iwo Jima in World War II, my family has carried arms in several of our nation’s major conflicts. Before being elected to the Alabama Legislature, I served more than 30 years […]

When I ran for Senate, I promised the people of Alabama that I would fight for them in Washington, D.C. Many Alabamians are enthusiastically pro-life and sent me to the Capitol with a clear message: every life is worth fighting for. Shortly after the Supreme Court overturned the Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision, the […]

Alabama is considered one of the most military friendly states in the nation. We are currently ranked the second-best state for veterans to retire in, and it is our goal to improve that to number one. Alabama is home to more than 400,000 veterans, individuals who have dedicated their lives to serving our nation. Despite […]

The media is in full meltdown mode after President Trump imposed duties and retaliatory tariffs this week on countries who have been ripping us off for decades. Apparently, globalists and Democrats are just fine with other countries imposing tariffs on U.S. exports. But, when it comes to President Trump trying to establish a level playing […]

Here in Alabama, we love our winners — be they college sports teams, Huntsville landing the Space Command headquarters (again), or our Miss America contestants. We are truly blessed to live in a state where we have so much to be proud of and compete so well on the national stage. This spring, as the […]

As the Alabama Legislature convenes for its 2025 Regular Legislative Session this week, the State Senate will have a new President Pro Tem. Forty-nine-year-old State Senator Garlan Gudger of Cullman will ascend to the top leadership post in the Alabama Senate. He will succeed Senator Greg Reed of Jasper, who has moved into Governor Kay […]

Alabama stands at a pivotal moment as we enter the beginning of the 2025 legislative session. I am committed to working with President Trump, our federal and state leaders, and my colleagues in the Alabama House and Senate to cement his America First agenda in Alabama. I believe that we will bring back a golden […]

After my work day is over, I often return home for a short walk in the neighborhood. It’s not only relaxing but a good opportunity to catch up on the news of the day (or perhaps the latest college basketball scores). On a recent walk, I came across an article about a young mother’s nightmare […]