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Byrne: Star Chamber impeachment driven by Trump hatred — not American values

An abusive, unlawful practice of the English courts from the 15th to 17th centuries was so rampant and unfair that protections against it were...

Did we win the trade war?

President Trump recently announced a partial trade settlement with China. Does this mean we have won the trade war? Details remain sparse, and the present...

Rep. Martha Roby: Continuing the fight against the opioid epidemic

The opioid epidemic is one of our country’s most dire ongoing issues. The term is one that has become too familiar in our everyday...

Rogers’ report from Washington: The price Americans are paying for sham impeachment

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- As most folks have seen on the news lately, House Democrats are continuing their behind closed doors drive toward impeachment. As they...

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...