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Interstate anniversary showcases Alabama industry

This is the centennial anniversary of a historic trip that changed the American economy. In a test of military mobility, a cross-country 80-vehicle convoy left...

Why limited-government conservatives should participate in the Census

It’s September 5, 2020. You, like most of Alabama, have been waiting months for this day. As summer slowly faded into autumn, the cool...

Roby: Summer interns served the Second District with distinction

As a member of Congress, each summer, I have the privilege of offering internship opportunities to college students. The internship program is a competitive...

State Rep. Ball: One less thing

The Medical Cannabis Study Commission will soon hold its first official meeting in its quest to determine the best course for implementing practical and...

Rogers’ report from Washington: The Democrats’ agenda is running off the tracks

WASHINGTON, D.C. — When it comes to the business of the People’s House, it seems Democrats just cannot focus in on what matters to...

Guest opinion: Alabamians need practical solutions for health care

Democratic frontrunner and former Vice President Joe Biden recently unveiled his health care plan. While this public option plan may not sound as extreme...

Byrne: Border battle harms Alabama communities

The detrimental effects of the humanitarian and national security crisis on our border extend all the way to Alabama communities. That’s why I’ve made...

Rep. Martha Roby: Celebrating 50 years of Alabama’s role in Space exploration

Fifty years ago, on July 20, 1969, Apollo 11 became the first spaceflight to place humans on the Moon when Commander Neil Armstrong and...

How far should we take equal pay?

Whether the U.S. Women’s Soccer team should be paid the same as (or more than) the U.S. Men’s team is one part of gender...

Byrne: As Democrats fight, national security loses

Protecting the safety of the American people is our must fundamental duty in Congress. In a city where few things receive bipartisan support, providing...

Battling on and off the field

The U.S. Women’s soccer team is fighting two battles this year. On the field in France, they successfully defended their World Cup title. In...

Roby: Be prepared during hurricane season

It’s hard to believe that July is halfway over, and summer will be ending soon. Temperatures here in Southeast Alabama continue to reach nearly...

Rogers’ report from Washington: Socialism has no place in America

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The push for a socialist agenda is alive and well in Washington and it is causing major problems within the Democrat...

Alabama: The ‘backbone of national security space launch’

Since the very beginning of America’s foray into space, Huntsville has been the city behind some of the greatest technological advances the world has...

Byrne: Remembering the stories of our heroes

For Americans from coast to coast, Independence Day is a celebration of our nation’s birthday with friends and family. The day also offers an...

2020 races around the corner

Folks, don’t look now, but the 2020 presidential election is upon us. Indeed, as many as 21 Democratic aspirants are already announced and campaigning. They...

Flowers: Legislative session for most part successful, especially for Governor Kay Ivey

The 2019 legislative session was one of the most controversial yet productive sessions in memory. Governor Kay Ivey’s first Session of the Quadrennial was a...

Tuberville: Americans must stop abandoning our history

A shoe company has once again divided our nation. An iconic American brand, Nike, fell victim to the re-writing of history after briskly pulling a...

Rogers’ report from Washington: Celebrating our freedom

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- As we celebrate Independence Day, I always like to reflect on how very blessed we are to live in America. The American...

A republic, if we can keep it: The cost of counting illegal aliens in the U.S. Census

Whether you are a Republican or a Democrat, liberal or conservative, you have a right to have your voice heard in the halls of...

Byrne: Border battle reveals Democratic divisions

For months, Speaker Pelosi and my Democratic friends have denied a crisis on the border exists. Nothing to see here! But the American people, our...

Rep. Martha Roby: Why does it matter?

I have always held a deep appreciation for the musicians, songwriters, television and film producers who work hard to create the music, songs, shows...

Not in my backyard: How zoning restrictions create construction gridlock

Zoning and land use regulation has largely choked off housing construction in many American cities. This is an unintended but predictable consequence of requiring...

Byrne: Religious freedom is worth defending

Last week, the Supreme Court ruled on an important case with significant implications for the future of religious expression in our republic. The case, American...