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AARP: Next steps to bridging Alabama’s digital divide
Alabama has a historic opportunity to expand access to affordable, reliable, high-speed internet to everyone in the state, no matter where they live or...
It’s time for Alabama to take the next step toward protecting personal privacy
A job well begun is half done, an old proverb goes. The Alabama Legislature has well begun its effort to protect personal privacy and...
Rep. Jerry Carl: America worse off under Biden
Since Joe Biden took office, it’s no secret that Americans are worse off than we were four years ago. He has used his position...
Steve Marshall: Is ethics legislation what the public wants?
Today, the Alabama House of Representatives will debate the latest attempted rewrite of our current ethics laws. I am strongly opposed to this legislation....
Health system CEOs: Alabama’s healthcare workforce needs the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences
The State of Alabama is home to world-class health systems and institutions, and as the CEOs of some of those health systems, we are...
ADVA Commissioner: A historic opportunity to support Alabama’s military veterans
“The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how...
Will Sellers: Espionage’s unintended consequences
Fifty years ago, Americans were so distracted by Watergate that they failed to notice the unmasking of one of the most consequential spies during...
Tom Greene: 6 Surprising Secrets of Success
Anxiety in America is at an all-time high right now. It’s the time of year that US high school seniors are learning where they...
Steve Flowers: Population and political power now rests in North Alabama
Growing up as a teenager in the 1960s, I served as a page in the Alabama Legislature. One day when I was around 13...
Jimmy Rane: Working for Alabama will build stronger workforce, economy and communities
As an entrepreneur who started a humble, two-man business nearly 55 years ago that today employs more than 2,000, I am well aware that...
Jon Barganier: Child care is the foundation of Alabama’s workforce
Childcare is an essential resource for Alabama’s working parents, yet the supply of quality, affordable, and accessible childcare is not keeping up with the...
Rep. Jerry Carl: Reflecting on Holy Week
Palm Sunday marked the beginning of Holy Week. For those of us who are Christians, this week is a good time to slow down,...
State Sen. Gudger: Child care is the industry that keeps Alabama working – it’s time to invest in it
Every parent knows that raising a family comes with important decisions: where to send your child to school, what after-school activities they will participate...
Steve Flowers: Runoffs set for new Second Congressional District primary races
The most interesting and paramount race on the ballot in the March 5 primaries was the one for the new open Second Congressional District.
This...
Rep. Jerry Carl: Here to serve
While securing our southern border, cutting wasteful government spending, and holding the Biden administration accountable are a few of my top priorities, I also...
Guest opinion: Birmingham-Southern a $30M investment for a $2B return
Last spring, the Alabama Legislature passed the Distressed Institutions of Higher Education Revolving Loan Program Act with a unanimous vote in the Senate and...
Steve Flowers: Few surprises in March 5 primary results
There were very few surprises in our March 5 primary results. Since we are essentially a one-party Republican state when it comes to presidential,...
Marlowe: Prioritizing teacher compensation, supporting local schools is key
As Alabamians, we pride ourselves on being supportive of our neighbors, communities, and most importantly, our children. Doing the best we can for Alabama's...
Reed: Alabama Senate delivers on its priorities at the midpoint of the 2024 legislative session
The Alabama Legislature has been in session for fifteen legislative days, marking the midpoint of the 2024 legislative session. Alabamians work hard each day...
Rep. Carl: Taking care of Alabama’s First Congressional District
Last week, I helped pass a bill that has a lot of wins for Alabama’s First Congressional District. I am excited this bill brings...
Todd Strange: The future of Hyundai is Alabama – not Detroit
I had the privilege of being the Director of the Alabama Development Office during the Hyundai recruitment, Chairman of the Montgomery County Commission when...
AL House Majority Leader: U.S. Senator Katie Britt exemplifies hope for a better future
Over the past three and a half years, we have watched as President Biden took every possible step to weaken our nation.
We have seen...
Ledbetter: IVF is as pro-life as it gets, and the Legislature is committed to protecting it
When the Legislature adjourned for the weekend on February 15th, plenty of challenging issues were already waiting for us to return the following week....
Rep. Carl: Keeping up with Congressman Carl
Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the privilege to meet with small business owners, farmers, educators, and families across South Alabama. Time and...