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Tuberville: Our mental health plan is broken — Let’s fix it
Mental health in America is broken.
The federal government controls the funding for mental health care, but currently, there's not a plan in place to...
If faith practices are ‘discriminatory,’ do we really still have free speech?
Modern political candidates spend a lot of time presenting themselves as culturally acceptable to voters. That means a lot of talk about God, faith,...
Byrne: To fight impeachment, Republicans must get off the sidelines
For weeks, Democrats have been holding secretive impeachment proceedings behind closed doors, out of sight of the American people.
Chairman Adam Schiff of the House...
Alabama follows the law, history in forgoing marriage licenses
For just over a month now, Alabama officials have not issued marriage licenses. They instead record certificates memorializing marital contracts, signed by married couples...
Roby: Staying alert against fraudulent scams
Every day, we consume information in a variety of ways from our cell phone screens to our computers. With having several types of options...
A look at the good work of Rick Pate, Will Ainsworth, Jack Hawkins
We have two men who were elected to statewide constitutional offices last year who seem to be doing a good job. They are both...
Christians should protect freedom of expression for all people
It’s an idea that we Evangelicals like because we usually hear it discussed in the vein of protecting our particular right to express and...
Protecting Alabama rivers and protecting your pocketbook
More than once in my life I’ve been reminded there is no such thing as a free lunch. I first learned that lesson from...
Byrne: How do you solve a problem like Syria?
Recent developments in Syria highlight the need for the United States to revisit its broader Middle Eastern policy.
Early last week, I joined a small...
The persistent problem of hazing
Two Troy University fraternities were recently suspended for hazing, which is a recurring problem at our nation’s colleges. According to Wikipedia, 20 college students...
Rep. Martha Roby: An update on progress for Afghan women
Throughout my time in Congress, I have had the privilege to serve on several committees that directly influence our country’s defense and foreign policy...
The nature of reality through liberal eyes
I have been watching and listening to the news during President Donald Trump’s entire administration and I’m done. Break out the honey-do list at...
Rep. Rogers’ report from Washington: What is happening behind the closed doors?
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The big story in Washington right now is happening behind closed doors.
House Democrats continue to conduct this sham of an impeachment...
Flowers: Congressman Jack Edwards – An Alabama legend passes away
One of the most outstanding congressmen and leaders in Alabama history is Congressman Jack Edwards. He passed away three weeks ago at age 91.
He...
Black Alabamians should reject Doug Jones in 2020
Last September, just before midnight, Senator Doug Jones grabbed his phone, went on Twitter and in no more than 50 words, told the people...
Congress considering three bills bad for Alabama small businesses
Sometimes, Congress comes up with a bill that would be bad news for Alabama’s small businesses. This time, though, it’s come up with three...
Byrne: Congress must investigate the escalating Biden scandal
While Democrats recklessly intensify their partisan scheme to impeach President Trump, the Biden scandal has escalated to a level Congress can no longer responsibly...
Alabama’s competitive edge in the new economy
Alabama has a proud history of fostering innovation and inspiring great ideas that have transformed how we live, work and do business. From the...
Roby: U.S. service academies nomination deadline is quickly approaching
It’s hard to believe we’re already halfway through the month of October. November will be here before we know it, and with it comes...
Flowers: Prison issue to be addressed in special session in February rather than October
The second year of the reign of Governor Kay Ivey may give her a second major accomplishment in the first two years of her...
Is it payday for college athletes?
California recently passed a law allowing college athletes to receive compensation. This stokes anew the debate about paying college athletes and may provide an...
Byrne: The consequences of impeachment
In the summer of 1973, as a student intern in Washington far from my home in Mobile, I got a firsthand view as the...
Is Greenland for sale?
President Trump recently suggested that the United States buy Greenland. Denmark emphasized that the world’s largest island is not for sale. Regardless of whether...
Roby: Highlighting National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual international campaign aimed at increasing awareness of the second most common cancer in women, with...