63.4 F
Mobile
55 F
Huntsville
56.3 F
Birmingham
50.3 F
Montgomery

CATEGORY

Guest Opinion

State Rep. Matt Woods reflects on accomplishments with State Senator Greg Reed

Change often leads to reflection. I am blessed. I am grateful for my wife and daughter, my extended family, my church family, and our...

Steve Flowers: The Trump Triumph

Our 45th President, Donald J. Trump, was elected as our 47th President on November 5. He not only won, he won overwhelmingly. Under the...

Greg Reed: A tribute to Senate District 5

Northwest Alabama is a very special place. Nestled in the lowest foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, it is known for coal mining and includes...

Rep. Jerry Carl: Let’s get to work

The American people made their voices heard loud and clear on November 5th. After 4 years of failed leadership by the Biden-Harris administration, folks...

Dr. Daniel Sutter: Who’s afraid of democracy?

Each side in the recent presidential campaign accused the other of not only promoting ill-advised policies but threatening democracy. While perhaps just campaign hyperbole,...

State Sen. Gerald Allen: Alabama Fire College trains our state’s best

First responders are heroes. They stand ready to answer the call in the face of danger to serve and protect our communities. Often, they...

Sec. Ellen McNair: Leaders back West Alabama Highway’s promise of new opportunity

Every mayor, county commissioner and economic developer knows that communities can’t recruit new or expanding industries without solid transportation infrastructure. This is true for...

Rep. Jerry Carl: Honoring our veterans

Each year on Nov. 11., our nation pauses to honor the many men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces....

Steve Flowers: Alabama is a one-party state

Alabama is a one-party, ruby red Republican state. This is a given in both state and national political races – especially presidentially, as you...

State Rep. Paschal: Honoring our heroes with awareness is a thoughtful way to observe Veterans Day

As we approach Veterans Day this Monday, we are reminded of the profound sacrifices made by millions of men and women who have served...

Derek Chen: Why I support President Trump

In the summer of 2015, I was between my freshman and sophomore years at Hope College. I was studying political science, and I was...

Rep. Jerry Carl: It’s time to get America back on track

When I first came to Washington to represent Alabama’s First Congressional District in Congress, Nancy Pelosi and the Democrats controlled the U.S. House. Just...

Will Ainsworth: Ronald Reagan’s simple question from 44 years ago is even more relevant for undecided voters today

With balloting in the 2024 presidential election slated to begin in less than 24 hours, most Alabamians are already firm in their choice of...

Steve Flowers: Presidential election next week

America will elect its 47th President next week. At least 99% of the votes will be cast by American citizens. With millions of illegal...

April Benetollo: Sen. Katie Britt’s pro-family and pro-growth legislative package is a no-brainer

Across our state, working moms are forced to choose between their jobs and their families. In Alabama, women’s workforce participation rate is 52% compared...

Justice Will Sellers: A funeral to end a regime

For a communist country, it was strange to have an unsanctioned gathering of a million people, but 40 years ago in Poland, the funeral...

Mayor Corey Hill: All Alabamians should care about the 2nd Congressional District

Voters in thirteen South Alabama counties in the 2nd Congressional District will go to the polls on Tuesday to elect the state's newest representative...

Twinkle Cavanaugh: A vote for Caroleene is a vote for energy dominance

Every time I go to the gas pump, I cannot help but get a little mad, and I don't think that I am alone....

Rep. Jerry Carl: Tax hikes are looming If Democrats take control of Washington

One of the greatest achievements of the Trump administration and the Republican-controlled Congress during the beginning of President Trump’s term was passing the Tax...

Steve Flowers: Contest for new second congressional district is the race to watch

We are down to the final days of our 2024 Presidential Year. We go to the polls Tuesday, November 5, to elect the next...

Zeigler: Dobson has plan for I-10 Bayway Bridge with no toll charges – Figures does not

During the final televised debate for Alabama'st 2nd Congressional District on Thursday night, one topic emerged with striking clarity: The future of the I-10...

State Sen. Gerald Allen: Protecting our national anthem in schools will help protect America’s soul

“The Star-Spangled Banner,” our National Anthem, celebrated its 210th Anniversary on September 14, 2024.  As I reflect on our National Anthem and its longevity,...

Jim Zeigler: What is more pro-family than IVF?

Since the Alabama Supreme Court's decision, in vitro fertilization (IVF) has been at the center of political conversation in Alabama and nationally. A lot...

Rep. Jerry Carl: The Biden-Harris ‘Inflation Reduction Act’ is responsible for soaring Medicare premiums

Roughly two years ago, the Biden-Harris administration rammed through their so-called “Inflation Reduction Act (IRA),” claiming it would stop inflation and get prices under...