Politics — Page 257
Every Republican member of Alabama’s congressional delegation has received an A+ rating from the Susan B. Anthony (SBA) List’s National Pro-Life Scorecard. Established in 1992, the SBA list issues ratings to members of Congress based on their voting records concerning abortion-related legislation. The list’s stated mission is to “end abortion by electing national leaders and […]
Chamath Palihapitiya, billionaire investor and co-owner of the NBA’s Golden State Warriors, this past weekend sparked controversy after he struck a dismissive tone over China’s human rights abuses against Uyghurs. The Muslim minority ethnic group, which populates China’s Xinjiang region, has been subjected to mass detention and forced labor in internment camps by the communist […]
7. A unique approach to road projects in North Alabama Some road projects in Huntsville and Madison County could receive more funding through a partnership with the Alabama Department of Transportation. The projects total around $500 million with the state, Madison County, Huntsville City and Madison City. The funding would be for projects related to […]
As the U.S. Senate appears poised to take up legislation to add federal standards to the voting process, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala) is sounding the alarm over what he asserted to be the implications of their measures. Senate Democrats seek to combine portions of two House-approved bills, the “Freedom to Vote Act” and the […]
At the anniversary of Joe Biden’s inauguration, we reflect on a year of unfulfilled promises, radical leftwing policies, out of control inflation, foreign policy failures and a nation divided even further by the hand of the president. One year ago, Biden stood on the steps of our Capitol and spoke the words “for without unity, […]
On Wednesday, Gov. Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) announced the allocation of more than $40 million in funding toward county and city infrastructure projects. The funding for projects to enhance road and bridge infrastructure across the state was made available by the Alabama Transportation Rehabilitation and Improvement Program-II (ATRIP-II), created by […]
According to Secretary of State John Merrill, his office has fielded numerous inquiries regarding University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban’s letter to U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W. Va.) regarding the “Freedom to Vote Act.” In the letter co-signed by Saban and other prominent sports figures, the signees outlined their support for the so-called […]
As the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments earlier this month in consideration of the legality of President Joe Biden’s COVID-19 private employer vaccine mandate, a petition filed by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) and its Alabama chapter proved influential in the court’s decision to strike down the edict. Mandated through the Occupational Safety […]
On Wednesday, Alabama U.S. Senate hopeful U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks (R-Huntsville) announced what he is deeming the statewide Meet MAGA Mo Tour. According to a release, the tour will consist of town halls “in every corner of Alabama.” Brooks’ ambitious plan will include stops in all of Alabama’s 67 counties by the May 24 primary […]
7. Palmer endorsed by Trump U.S. Representative Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) has received the endorsement of former President Donald Trump. Palmer was given great compliments in the statement released by Trump, where he especially focused on his policy record. Trump said of Palmer, “A strong advocate for our America First agenda, Gary is fighting for Energy […]
Wednesday, Republican U.S. Senate candidate Mike Durant released a new TV ad taking aim at President Joe Biden over the U.S. military’s withdrawal from Afghanistan. The ad features the former “Black Hawk Down” Army aviator blaming Biden for the deaths of the 13 U.S. service members who were killed by radical Islamic suicide bombers during […]
The Madison County Republican Executive Committee proudly presents the fourth biennial “Freedom Celebration” and silent auction on February 21, 2022 in Huntsville, Alabama at The Jackson Center. This biennial event is expected to be the single largest gathering of Republican officials, supporters and patriots in North Alabama. The purpose of the event is to showcase […]
Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday officially called for a special session of the Alabama Legislature to address the appropriation of federal COVID-19 pandemic relief funds. The special session, beginning Wednesday, will see lawmakers take up debate on the allocation of more than $772 million from the state’s portion of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars. […]
Most people don’t know this, but Alabama “celebrates” Martin Luther King, Jr. Day and Robert E. Lee Day on the third Monday in January. But it doesn’t have to be this way. A simple fix would be to move Lee’s day to his birthday (January 19) or to the next Monday, but State Representative Chris […]
There has always been a disconnect between Washington D.C. and working-class Americans, but under the Biden administration, that divide is deepening. Every week, it becomes more apparent: Congressional Democrats do not have Americans’ best interests in mind. Their reckless policies have brought the roaring economy we saw under the Trump administration to a screeching halt. […]
Details have emerged of late that appear to show that the U.S. Senate candidacy of former Army aviator Mike Durant is being supported by a bipartisan, nationwide organization that actively recruits veterans to run for public office in an effort to combat political divisiveness. The organization, More Perfect Union, is a self-proclaimed “citizen-led movement” that […]
Tuesday, former President Donald Trump announced he was endorsing U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover), the chairman of the House Republican Policy Committee, in Palmer’s bid for reelection this year. Trump touted Palmer’s policy position on several fronts in his endorsement announcement. “Congressman Gary Palmer is doing tremendous work for the Great State of Alabama!” Trump […]
University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban has co-signed a letter to U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W. Va.) commending him for his support of the so-called “Freedom to Vote Act.” Saban joined four other prominent sports figures in co-signing the letter. The list includes NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West, former NFL commissioner Paul […]
Army veteran and political newcomer Mike Durant is running to be Alabama’s next U.S. Senator. Durant is best known for his military background, including his role in the “Black Hawk Down” incident. In 1993, two Army Black Hawk helicopters were shot down in Somalia. The lone survivor: Mike Durant. This is how Durant described the […]
7. CRT is getting banned, but that’s not the only change necessary in schools There are efforts in Alabama to prevent social engineering in schools. Both State Representative Danny Garrett (R-Trussville) and State Senator Tim Melson (R-Florence) have introduced bills that would change how textbooks are recommended for school systems, and it would also update […]
I’m a firm believer that when the President of the United States – whether they’re a Democrat or a Republican – does well, the American people benefit. Regardless of party, we should all pray for guidance, wisdom and leadership from our president, as well as all elected officials. Unfortunately, as I look back over President […]
During its recent monthly work session, the Alabama State Board of Education (BOE) discussed potential changes to the state’s textbook law. Two bills have been filed in the state legislature that could be considered during the current regular legislative session. State Rep. Danny Garrett’s (R-Trussville) House Bill 336 and State Sen. Tim Melson’s (R-Florence) Senate […]
Calhoun County Circuit Judge Debra Jones, candidate for Alabama Supreme Court associate justice place five, released her campaign’s first digital ad of the 2022 GOP primary election cycle. The ad outlines Jones’ conservative views and touts former President Donald Trump’s appointment of right-leaning justices to the U.S. Supreme Court. In a release announcing her digital […]
This past Friday, U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks (R-Huntsville) formally qualified his candidacy for the U.S. Senate with the Alabama Republican Party. Brooks joins former Business Council of Alabama CEO Katie Britt and former U.S. Army aviator Mike Durant in officially qualifying his candidacy for Alabama’s open U.S. Senate seat. Brooks’ campaign in a release touted […]

