Gov. Kay Ivey has clearly established economic development as a top priority for her administration since her first day as Governor, and we’ve certainly seen the return on this investment. Alabama’s economy is strong, industries are thriving, jobs abound, and more businesses than ever want to locate and grow here. Alabama’s contributions to technology and […]

Parents have the right to make decisions for their children, especially when it comes to their education. Unfortunately, countless school districts have been ignoring input from parents while special interest groups try to influence the education of our children and negatively label involved parents. Thankfully, the House is expected to take action this week on […]

March 12 marked the fourth anniversary of Rebuild Alabama, possibly the most monumental legislation ever passed in Alabama’s history. Since its enactment, Rebuild Alabama has accounted for record investment across our state. Those investments are represented by 234 projects in all 67 counties, 400 miles of resurfaced roadways, and more than $170 million in state […]

The F-35 Lightning II intimidates our enemies, strengthens our alliances, and puts food on the table for skilled workers in nearly every state.

Comments from U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene have brought attention to the idea of a national divorce. A national divorce would enable the enactment of the economic agendas of the left and right and is worth thinking about. National dissolution has been broached via calls for secession following the 2012 and 2016 elections. Michael Anton […]

Growing up in North Alabama, I remember watching movie trailers with excitement. They always ended with a deep voice that said, “opening soon in select theaters near you.” As it turns out, those openings were never “near me” since my local theater was not one of those “select theaters.” Those movies always premiered in big […]

The passage of the proposed economic development legislation is critical to the economic present and future of the State of Alabama.

If you happen to be an owner of a Hyundai or Kia with a key-turn ignition manufactured between 2015-2019, you should stop reading this now and check your driveway because a wayward youth may have stolen your car. Now don’t jump to conclusions and blame the youthful offender – it’s not his fault – the […]

For more than two years, those of us who believe in the rule of law have been sounding the alarm about the disastrous impacts of President Biden’s open border. And for more than two years, these warnings have been ignored by the president and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. President Biden did a […]

Over the last week, the Alabama Legislature has been deliberating the appropriation of the last $1 billion in federal COVID-19 relief from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Our priorities are investing in sewer and water infrastructure, broadband internet expansion, and supporting hospitals, nursing homes, and other health care providers across the state.  Our state’s […]

Ten years ago, our oldest daughter, Katie, was preparing for her high school graduation, applying to colleges and shopping for her prom dress. The thought of disordered eating behaviors and eating disorders were nowhere on the radar. Like most teenage girls, she was involved in school activities and clubs. She started playing soccer and was […]

The desire for freedom and liberty is universal, but achieving it can take the effort of a lifetime. On March 15, 1848 – 175 years ago – Hungary revolted against the constraints imposed by both its Austrian masters and the authoritarianism of its ruling class. As a former Warsaw Pact country, little is known about […]

Next year is a big year nationally. It is a presidential election year. However, it is a down or off year for Alabama. We, like several other southern states, have our big election year in non-presidential years. We elected our governor and other constitutional offices and our entire Legislature in 2022. However, since we have […]

It was fourth grade and parents’ day was approaching. Parents’ day was the one day of the year that parents come to the school, meet the teacher, and admire the small work of art or craft their child has created. It is also the dreaded day when both my parents would meet each of my […]

Last week, House Republicans took two very important steps to protect your pocketbook and pump the brakes on President Biden’s out-of-control spending habits. The first thing we did was vote to overturn a Biden Department of Labor rule that hurts retirees. On Jan. 1, 2022, the Department of Labor published a final rule allowing retirement […]

I’m sure at one point in your lifetime you have heard a rumor. I remember hearing some second-grade gossip that our teacher lived at the school – and it made sense in my 7-year-old brain. Mrs. Marsh was there when I arrived in the morning and there when I left in the afternoon. I theorized […]

Birmingham-Southern College, founded in 1856, has requested $37.5 million in assistance from the state, the city of Birmingham, and Jefferson County. President Daniel Coleman warns that without assistance the school could close in May. B-SC’s troubles afford state lawmakers an opportunity for bold higher education reform. I will first mention but not evaluate several relevant […]

The gala and festivities of the gubernatorial swearing in are all wrapped up. Gov. Kay Ivey has been sworn in for another four year term. The legislators, all 140, are all sworn in soon after the general election victories in November. Therefore, they all are ready to get down to business. The regular session begins […]

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) authored the following op-ed in the National Review outlining his reintroduction of the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act to preserve Title IX protections and ensure safe, fair competition for female athletes. The reintroduction of this legislation comes as the U.S. Department of Education is moving forward to implement new rules in May that will allow biological males to compete […]

Travel is my weakness. Truth is, I am an addicted traveler. I don’t travel like a tourist, but more of an explorer. My interests are off the beaten path and places where only the locals can find. My travels have taken me to 49 states and as many countries. Our cultures may change from place […]

The future is bright if we retain control over AI. Yes, AI will change how we do things, but economics shows that humans need not fear becoming useless.

Families are forced to pay 45% more for heating oil, 25% more for natural gas, and 11% more for electricity.

“They aren’t making any more land. What’s there is what we’ve got,” said Autauga County farmer Bill Lipscomb. Lipscomb is a third-generation farmer whose 3L Ranch focuses on quality beef cattle production through genetics, herd management and smart land use. “There are a lot of aspects of cattle that contribute to using our land in […]

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