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Opinion

Supreme Court decision paves way for Alabama law

During the summer the U.S. Supreme Court rendered two significant rulings. They were quite different philosophically. Read more

by Steve Flowers, Thursday, October 24, 2013 11:00 pm

Opinion

2014 shaping up to be a dull year

Believe it or not the 2014 state elections are only eight months away. This gubernatorial year, which usually portends a plethora of interesting and exciting ... Read more

by Steve Flowers, Thursday, October 3, 2013 6:15 pm

Opinion

News media strengthens partisan divide

During the summer Alabama had a rash of major political figures step down from office in the middle of their elected terms. The first to ... Read more

by Steve Flowers, Thursday, September 26, 2013 11:00 pm

Editorials

Filling Bonner’s seat proves interesting

Probably the biggest political story of the year is the resignation of 1st District Congressman Jo Bonner. Congressman Bonner left Congress on Aug. 2 to ... Read more

by Steve Flowers, Thursday, September 19, 2013 11:00 pm

Opinion

American demographics shifting

This week marks the 12th anniversary of the terrorist attack on America. Their mission was well planned and executed. The devastation and death surrounding the ... Read more

by Steve Flowers, Friday, September 13, 2013 7:07 pm

Opinion

‘Newspaper Joe’ among survivors

The advent and proliferation of internet communication has caused newspaper readership to decline over recent years. It has hit close to home with the demise ... Read more

by Steve Flowers, Thursday, September 5, 2013 11:00 pm

Opinion

Labor Day brings campaigning

As we approach Labor Day, foremost on most Alabamians’ minds is the beginning of college football season. Traditionally, Labor Day has also marked the kickoff ... Read more

by Steve Flowers, Thursday, August 29, 2013 11:00 pm

Opinion

Inside the statehouse

We southerners can lay claim to a rich political legacy. We have enjoyed the most colorful political characters in U.S. political history. Our annals are ... Read more

by Steve Flowers, Thursday, August 22, 2013 11:00 pm

Opinion

Inside the statehouse

When Robert Bentley ran for Governor in 2010, he made a campaign promise that resonated with voters. He declared that he would not take a ... Read more

by Steve Flowers, Thursday, August 15, 2013 11:00 pm

Opinion

Local races will be most active

Last week we predicted that all three of our top constitutional officeholders will win reelection to a second four-year term in next year’s election. The ... Read more

by Steve Flowers, Thursday, August 8, 2013 11:00 pm

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