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Beth Chapman: Election night recap
Well, the primary election is over, and Alabamians made some good decisions as they usually do — all on their own. Voters decided that...
Dr. Daniel Sutter: Elon Musk, Twitter and media bias
Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover has stirred many emotions. The deal also illustrates the unprofitability of media bias, which claims of media bias must consider.
The...
Sunday Reflections: Going to Sin City
I thought of it a few days ago when the Southern Baptist Convention determined to move their 2023 annual meeting from Charlotte to New...
Carl: The federal government scrambles to fix a problem it created
The federal government is notorious for creating a problem, then rushing in to create a solution to fix the problem it created. Even worse,...
Beth Chapman: Brenda Gantt – Bigger than life
I’ve met many famous people throughout my career - presidents, movie stars, authors, Miss Americas, singers, athletes, politicians and more. Some have been impressive,...
Dr. Daniel Sutter: The predictable effects of price controls
It’s a seemingly simple request. Surely Washington can lower the price of gasoline to provide Americans relief at the pump. Democrats in the House...
Sunday Reflections: What did you give up for Lent?
Though I love the classic oldies of my college days, I have, in recent months, enjoyed listening to podcasts. Everybody seems to have ambition...
Flowers: Governor’s race down to the wire
We are down to the last few days in the 2022 governor’s race.
For the first time in my memory, the governor’s race has been...
Jessica Taylor: Don’t be fooled
The way I see it, the race for U.S. Senate will come down to the classic matchup: outsider versus establishment insider -- us versus...
Greg Reed: The conservative foundation is laid and Alabama is ready to build back better
The Alabama Legislature’s 2022 regular session ended recently, marking the conclusion of a successful quadrennium that began in 2019. Throughout four regular sessions and...
Will Ainsworth: Alabama is the nation’s conservative leader, but the best is yet to come
Under the leadership of Gov. Kay Ivey, the Alabama we live in today is more prosperous, more educated, and more protected from the whims...
ADCNR commissioner Blankenship: Vote ‘yes’ on the state parks amendment on May 24
Alabama State Parks provide improved access to some of the state’s most scenic and picturesque areas – from our state’s highest point at Cheaha...
Sharon Ainsworth: Christian, pro-life mom Katie Britt has my vote
My name is Sharon Ainsworth. I am a resident of Marshall County and the executive director of the Real Life Pregnancy Centers in Albertville...
Guest: Alabama can’t fumble the ball on $3 billion of COVID school relief
Imagine this: Someone gives you a million dollars to use as you see fit. A year later, you have spent every penny on shiny...
State Rep. Danny Garrett: The best choice for Alabama
President Ronald Reagan was the iconic conservative politician. He was also an effective statesman and leader.
Reagan's conservatism was comprised of eleven principles: Freedom. Faith....
Aderholt: Our defense budget gap threatens America’s security
On May 4, I spoke at the Huntsville Madison County Chamber of Commerce on the challenges our nation is facing on multiple fronts from...
ADHR commissioner Buckner: Fewer foster children, record high adoptions among recent child welfare successes in Alabama
There is rarely an idle moment in the world of child welfare, but this time of year deserves a brief pause for reflection and...
Carl: Democrats have turned their back on the American people
Folks across the country are paying more for gas every single time they fill up. We’ve hit a new record of $4.20 a gallon...
Guest: New telehealth law includes important patient protections
Alabama physicians will have to brush up on their “webside manner” now that a new law is on the books to improve the delivery...
Beth Chapman: Be prepared to vote May 24
Voting is a sacred freedom and one we should all hold dear. Election Day is the one day you get to freely state your...
Dr. Daniel Sutter: What is wrong with San Francisco?
San Francisco is one of the most beautiful and affluent cities in the world. And yet San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seattle, have significant...
Sunday Reflections: The offense of the gospel
When I was a boy preacher, I heard affirmations from congregants such as, “Preacher, you really stepped on my toes today!” This remark meant...
George Wallace Jr.: 50th anniversary of Wallace assassination attempt offers opportunity for reflection
Fifty years ago, on May 15, 1972, I was a student at the University of Alabama and in my Tuscaloosa apartment when a “Special...
Pro-life advocate Kacy Gray: Katie Britt is the Christian conservative champion Alabama needs in the Senate
My name is Kacy Gray. I am a resident of Chilton County, and I am a staunch advocate for protecting the sanctity of life.
Alabamians...