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What Jobs to Move America misses as we reopen Alabama

Sen. Del Marsh -
As the economic crisis due to the coronavirus has impacted our state, Alabama’s job creators and our state’s workers have been focused on reopening...

The RESTORE Alabama Agenda

Phil Williams -
The 2020 regular session of the Alabama state legislature is behind us. Did anyone notice? It was a session marked more by what didn’t...

To close the homework gap in our schools, let’s close the partisan divide in Washington

Dr. Matt Akin -
As Alabama shut down its schools on March 16 and moved classes online in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, I was saddened but not...

Byrne: Tough times show what makes our country great

U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne -
This year, during the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, Memorial Day provided an even more unique opportunity to reflect upon what makes our nation...

Roby: The importance of Memorial Day

U.S. Rep. Martha Roby -
This Memorial Day comes at an unprecedented time for our country. Americans for several weeks have dealt with the harsh reality of having to...

The future of college

Dr. Daniel Sutter -
COVID-19 has disrupted almost all aspects of life, including higher education. Colleges moved classes online during the spring semester and some observers believe that...

Palmer: Democrat messaging from Washington

U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer -
Last week, Democrats forced a vote on their so-called HEROES Act, a bill that Nancy Pelosi concocted with zero Republican input. This is perhaps...

Speaker Sam Rayburn and Congressman Bob Jones

Steve Flowers -
The legendary Speaker of the U.S. House Sam Rayburn coined a famous phrase he used often and imparted to young congressmen when they would...

Guest: Cleaner air during pandemic shows need for alternative fuels and electric vehicles

Mark Bentley,Phillip Wiedmeyer -
Photos of a smogless Los Angeles skyline set against a brilliant blue sky have emerged as an iconic image to showcase the impact of...

Are swimming pools safe during COVID-19? Tips for safely enjoying the water

Savannah Koplon -
Visiting the pool or lake is synonymous with summer fun. As hot weather approaches, parents and swimmers alike are concerned about what COVID-19 means...

Prioritizing HBCU during the global pandemic and national recovery

Johnny C. Taylor, Jr.,Johnathan M. Holifield -
On March 18, 2020, Vice President Mike Pence announced, “In the fight against the coronavirus, the Trump administration is not just taking a whole...

Palmer: Pelosi’s power grab

U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer -
By passing a House Resolution to allow voting by proxy, Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the Democrats sent a clear message that they crave power,...

Electric vehicles next wave to drive Alabama’s continued auto-manufacturing success

State Sen. Gerald Allen -
Alabama has long been a leader in the automotive manufacturing sector in the United States and, now, we have the opportunity to sustain that...

Access to the internet essential for Alabama’s future

Jim Purcell -
We all have had our lives disrupted during this period of health and economic crisis. Students, faculty and staff at Alabama’s colleges and universities...

Tuberville: Mueller anniversary offers sad reminder of the day Jeff Sessions ran away when needed most

Sen. Tommy Tuberville -
Three years ago this week, one of the biggest hoaxes in American history began as Robert Mueller was appointed to lead the Democrats’ Russia...

McCutcheon: Alabama House members answer the call to duty

Speaker Mac McCutcheon -
When the legislature convened its 2020 regular session in February, Alabama enjoyed record low unemployment and record-high revenues in our state budgets. Pay raises for...

Byrne: The absent Congress

U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne -
Last Friday, the House of Representatives took a truly unprecedented step. The Democrat majority voted to change our rules and allow members to vote...

The state has reopened — what does that mean for me?

Holly Gainer -
Alabama has started to reopen, but does that mean the risk of contracting COVID-19 has been eliminated? Epidemiologists from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School...

Guest: Jeff Sessions is a 21st century profile in courage

Champ Lyons, Jr. -
As is the case with many of my fellow Alabamians, I am a strong supporter of President Trump in the substance of what he...

Did we give informed consent?

Dr. Daniel Sutter -
Our federal and state governments implemented unprecedented measures beginning in March to stem the spread of COVID-19. Informed consent provides a foundation of medical...

Roby: We are safer at home

U.S. Rep. Martha Roby -
The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to spread across the nation, impacting individuals and families from coast to coast. As the American people have been...

Jeff Coleman: Broadband access more important now than ever before

Jeff Coleman -
In a world of viruses that can shut down global economies, shutter schoolhouse doors, and even physically keep us separated from one another, broadband...

Front line nursing homes need front line resources

Conwell Hooper -
As health professionals across Alabama this week commemorate National Skilled Nursing Care Week, it is important that we don’t forget the women and men...

Byrne: Opening economy now, not later, best for Americans

U.S. Rep. Bradley Byrne -
Last week, Governor Ivey issued orders allowing Alabama’s restaurants, hair salons, barbers and other personal service businesses to reopen Monday under social distancing guidelines....
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