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Putting Americans back to work
By Congressman Bradley Byrne You have probably read the stories about how Republicans and Democrats can never get along and how it has caused absolutely nothing to get done in Washington. While that may make a good narrative for the media, it is not accurate. In fact, just this past week, Congress came together in a bipartisan way to pass bills that will help put the American people back to…
by Submitted Article access_time8 years ago
Inside the Statehouse
By Steve Flowers In Alabama politics many times appointments to political offices filled by an acting governor have an adverse effect on that appointee if and when they seek election to that office for a full term. Every time George Wallace appointed someone to a political post, even in the prime of his popularity and power, they invariably lost in the next election. Well, folks, ole Dr. Bentley ain’t George…
by Submitted Article access_time8 years ago
Working together to stop sexual offenders
By Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Thanks to a dedicated effort from legislators and prosecutors, Alabama now joins many other states in ensuring that our most vulnerable are better protected from sexual predators. As a district attorney for the last 16 years, I understand the importance of strengthening and updating Alabama’s sexual offender laws to hold accountable those who exploit children and others. Just as technology changes rapidly, so do…
by Submitted Article access_time8 years ago
Immediate infrastructure need – Interstate 65
By Jim Zeigler State Auditor I do not need expensive studies and consultants to know that Alabama has immediate infrastructure needs. I experienced a major infrastructure problem Saturday afternoon [June 17]. While the inadequacy of Interstate 65 from Birmingham to Montgomery – and on all of the beach route – may or may not be our most dangerous problem, it may well be the most immediate. It is a problem NOW.…
by Submitted Article access_time8 years ago
A Red Snapper victory
By Congressman Bradley Byrne We recently had a major victory for our area’s Red Snapper fishermen and the coastal communities, which benefit from a longer Red Snapper season. Last Wednesday, the federal Department of Commerce announced an emergency extension of the 2017 Red Snapper season for recreational fishermen. As you probably remember, it was announced by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration earlier this year that the Red Snapper season…
by Submitted Article access_time8 years ago