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Pete Riehm: Evil cannot be ignored — It never rests

As the world watches the slow moving brutal Russian invasion of Ukraine in abject horror, people around the world are repulsed and stunned, but...

Justice Will Sellers: God save the queen (happy birthday, Aretha)!

Had she lived, the Queen of Soul would have been 80-years-old this month. For at least 60 of her 76 years, Aretha Franklin shared...

Carl: President Biden’s lies are an insult to the American people

Americans across the country are frustrated and disappointed with President Biden’s performance for the past year, so it’s not surprising his approval ratings are...

Beth Chapman: Legislative resolution to support Ukraine

Last week, the Alabama House of Representatives unanimously passed a resolution condemning Russia for invading Ukraine. The resolution declared support for Ukraine, its government,...

Lindy Blanchard: Alabama, U.S. are at a crossroads

It’s time for a new leader in Alabama -- a new leader who does not do things the way they have always been done...

Dr. Daniel Sutter: Do sanctions work?

The United States and Europe imposed economic sanctions on Russia for its unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. I will let others debate the sufficiency of...

Flowers: Kay Ivey still favorite to win reelection

Usually in a gubernatorial year, the governor’s race grabs the spotlight. However, with our open Senate seat with the avalanche of Washington dollars flooding...

State Sen. Greg Albritton: Decade of Republican leadership ignites Alabama’s firm financial footing

Alabama has changed dramatically over the last decade, and the greatest indication of that transformation is the state’s financial footing. When Republicans took majority...

NFIB’s Elebash: Small Business Relief and Revitalization Act a big victory for Alabama

Small business is the foundation of Alabama’s economy. They account for 99.4% of all businesses in the state, and they employ 47% of the...

Guest: I earn a six figure income, so why did the government just give me $750 in food stamps?

Two of my children recently received something in the mail called a Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer debit card, known as a P-EBT, each loaded with $375. The...

Beth Chapman: Permitless carry one step closer to passing

Last week, the House of Representatives voted 65-37 on House Bill 272, which will allow Alabama citizens to carry concealed handguns without a permit. Rep....

Carl: Unleashing American energy is critical for national security

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine – which is an act of pure evil – has further demonstrated how important it is for the United States...

State Sen. Clay Scofield: One president’s shortcomings are another’s advantages

Over the last year, the American people have watched as our country transformed from thriving to pathetic under a Democratic administration. President Joe Biden...

Dr. Daniel Sutter: What is the future of higher education?

The Johnson Center and the American Institute for Economic Research recently held a conference on “The Future of Higher Education.”  Today I will share...

Guest: Need for broadband expansion remains as state leaders address issue

Slow load times on web pages caused by the lack of broadband internet access unfortunately remains a fact of life for many Alabamians, especially...

Guest opinion: Tax increase liberals vote Katie Britt; Pro-family conservatives vote Mo Brooks

I am deeply concerned about the direction America is heading. Democrats and the Biden administration are destroying our country. Everything they do is wrong....

Gov. Kay Ivey: New Biden policies may slash federal investment Alabama infrastructure at expense of local jobs, taxpayers and businesses

Alabama taxpayers, small businesses and construction workers share my concerns about anti competitive and costly policies attached to federal and federally assisted construction projects...

Carl: Israel is America’s most important regional ally

Since the creation of the Jewish state of Israel in 1948, the United States and Israel have enjoyed a strong, close partnership. In fact,...

Beth Chapman: A state legume and Black History Month

So, one-third of the 2022 regular session of the legislature is now complete. What remains to be discussed are controversial things such as gambling,...

Guest opinion: Katie Britt has ‘proven record to deliver for Alabama’

Friends from around Alabama, my name is Brent McCarver, and I live in Jasper. I am a 48-year-old Christian, father and husband who is...

Flowers: Significance of Trump endorsements in Alabama races

Former President Donald Trump was a very-popular president with Alabama Republican voters. Trump was a proven conservative president. He walked the walk. He did...

BCA’s Freda Bacon: Another bite at the Amazon apple

After two full years of economic turmoil caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, employers throughout the country continue to face headwinds. In some cases, those...

Senate President Pro Tem Greg Reed: Conservative fiscal policies lay foundation for a stronger Alabama

When I first ran for office, Alabama was reeling from the Great Recession. Unemployment was high. Our state budgets were maxed out. The Rainy-Day...

Paul DeMarco: Alabama lawmakers should block efforts to allow more violent felons on the streets

After the 2018 murder of three victims in Marshall County by a parolee, the Alabama Legislature and governor enacted a law overhauling how the...