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2022 appropriations bill is a win for South Alabama and America
Congressman Jerry Carl Several times in the past few months, I’ve written about the House of Representatives keeps failing to do its basic duties because Democrats have backwards priorities. One of our most important duties is passing an appropriations bill each fiscal year to keep the federal government funded and running. This is important for so many reasons, including keeping our nation safe and secure from threats across the globe.Over…
President Biden’s lies are an insult to the American people
Congressman Jerry Carl Americans across the country are frustrated and disappointed with President Biden’s performance for the past year, so it’s not surprising his approval ratings are at historic lows. Last week, President Biden gave his State of the Union Address, where he struck an optimistic tone and claimed numerous so-called “victories” he has scored during his first year in office. Despite this, the truth couldn’t be clearer: President Biden…
Unleashing American energy is critical for national security
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine – which is an act of pure evil – has further demonstrated how important it is for the United States to lead the world in producing and supplying energy to our allies instead of relying on bad actors like Russia to supply us and our allies with energy resources.Many of our NATO allies and our friends in Europe are in a tough position with Russia because…
Israel is America’s most important regional ally
Congressman Jerry Carl Since the creation of the Jewish state of Israel in 1948, the United States and Israel have enjoyed a strong, close partnership. In fact, President Harry Truman was the first world leader to recognize Israel as a legitimate Jewish state on May 14, 1948, just 11 minutes after its creation.Israel is our most important ally in the region, and I’m proud to be a staunch supporter of…
Cooperative Flag Retirement Ceremony
Flag folding ceremony, from left, c/SCPO Haigel, c/Ensign Gibbs, Legion members Rodger Presley and Harold Madison By DAVE GRAHAMSpecial to Atmore News February is Americanism Month.Americanism, one of the American Legion’s four pillars, is simply the love of America, loyalty to its ideals and institutions, allegiance to its flag, willingness to defend it against all enemies, foreign and domestic, and a desire to pass on the blessings of liberty to…