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Byrne compares Obama’s Iran deal to England appeasing Hitler
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUSq4L8dDls&feature=youtu.be
(Video Above: Congressman Bradley Byrne blasts the Iran deal in a heated committee meeting)
WASHINGTON -- Congressman Bradley Byrne (R-AL1) Tuesday delivered heated remarks during...
Aderholt: Iran Nuclear Deal just as naïve as the one signed with Nazi Germany
At the end of this month there will be an anniversary of a very important date in world history. It’s a date that is...
Recent Alabama Supreme Court ruling is a huge win for gun rights
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- The Alabama Supreme Court Friday shot down as unconstitutionally vague a state law banning the open carrying of a firearm on...
Hillary relying on states like Alabama to secure Democratic nomination
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Hillary Clinton is now shifting her focus to Alabama and other Southern states in an attempt to potentially offset setbacks in...
Finding a new way to budget is key for Alabama’s future (Opinion)
The Dickens’ classic Oliver Twist transcends time and was a catalyst for social change in its day. As we enter the second special session...
Meet the Montgomery Bubble, the reason Alabama Republicans may ruin their brand
The Alabama Republican Party may be days away from destroying its brand.
The party consolidated power at an unprecedented rate following the 2010 election cycle,...
Alabama senator urges end to bias against blue-collar jobs
This Labor Day weekend, we need to have a serious conversation about job opportunities.
Work is essential to what economist Arthur Brooks calls "earned success."...
Roby: Iran Deal is flawed, weak, and serves their interests at the expense of our own (Opinion)
Among the most pressing issues facing Congress as we reconvene is a resolution to reject President Obama’s proposed agreement over Iran’s nuclear capabilities. I’ve...
Dave Brat toppled the GOP establishment, now he’s asking Alabama to help him do it again
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eq7ZNW7Br_4&feature=youtu.be
(Video Above: Congressman Dave Brat is interviewed by Yellowhammer Radio)
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Virginia Congressman Dave Brat made international headlines in 2014 when he defeated...
Birmingham-area lawmaker to introduce bill rolling back City Council’s controversial pay increase
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(Video Above: Rep. David Faulkner explains his bill to require public notice of city pay increase proposals via...
Alabamians are more in touch with reality than most politicians in Montgomery (Opinion)
This op-ed was originally published in the Trussville Tribune.
Here is what I have consistently heard as I have been around my district of...
Graphics show latest militarization of Alabama police forces
Congress’s “1033” program, which has been around for a couple of decades, allows for the transfer of military equipment to local law enforcement agencies....
Poll reveals NASCAR fans overwhelmingly want to ‘Make America Great Again’
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- When the checkered flag waves at the end of next year's Presidential race, NASCAR fans are hoping it's Donald Trump who...
Bentley’s latest proposal would raise Alabamians’ taxes by at least $260 million annually
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- The Bentley Administration says the governor's latest proposals will increase Alabamians' taxes by $260 million annually.
Gov. Bentley on Thursday released details...
Alabama woman found guilty of 24 counts of absentee voter fraud
DOTHAN, Ala. -- A Houston County woman was found guilty Wednesday of 24 counts of voter fraud for promoting illegal absentee voting, according to the...
Congresswoman Sewell visits Alabama National Guard Special Forces in Iraq
WASHINGTON -- Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-AL7) met this week with members of the Alabama National Guard's 20th Special Forces unit while receiving briefings on...
Details of Bentley’s call for a second Special Session reveal familiar proposals
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) released details Thursday of his call for a second Special Session of the State Legislature to address...
Alabama Agriculture commissioner says food safety in jeopardy if cuts are made (Analysis)
MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries John McMillan added his department Wednesday to the list of government services that say they...
Robertson: The empty promise of ‘No New Taxes’ (Opinion and infographic)
Beginning early in the Regular Legislative Session, Democrats laughingly claimed that Republicans were stealing their agenda, namely on tax increases. Various Republicans from the...
Alabama lawmaker unloads on tax-raisers & scandal-ridden politicians in provocative interview (Audio)
https://youtu.be/PtxZPOkHvOo
(Audio above: Rep. Ed Henry interviewed by Cliff Sims on Yellowhammer Radio)
State Rep. Ed Henry (R-Hartselle) on Wednesday delivered a provocative interview on Yellowhammer...
Alabama Congressmen applaud scheduled Planned Parenthood hearing
WASHINGTON -- The U.S. House Judicial Committee Wednesday announced it has scheduled the first hearing on abortion provider Planned Parenthood, ensuring that the controversy...
Are you up to date on Alabama’s new gun law? Here’s what changed this week
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- A gun law passed during the 2015 Regular Legislative Session went into effect Tuesday, after a bipartisan effort ushered through several...
Study: Employees in right to work states like Alabama earn just as much
WASHINGTON -- A recent study by the Heritage Foundation disputes the assertion that employees in right to work states such as Alabama are compensated...
Alabama Public Service Commission deserves praise for holding fast to free market principles (Opinion)
A powerful gust of conservatism blew through our state yesterday when the leaders at the Alabama Public Service Commission held steadfast to free market...