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Bradley Pierce Alabama News
Alabama denies 'equal protection' for the unborn by allowing thousands of abortions, Texas attorney says

Alabama laws against abortion are considered some of the best in the country when it comes to protecting the life of the unborn. However, Texas attorney and co-founder of Heritage Defense Bradley Pierce, who has authored “equal protection” bills around the country, believes it doesn’t go far enough.

John Archibald Alabama News
AL(dot)com's Archibald vents about 'Alabama House Speaker' Mack Butler's bill to prohibit discussion of sexual orientation, gender identity in K-12 public school classrooms

In a 560-word screed, a high word count for Archibald these days, he likened the plight of the LGBTQ+ agenda to religious bigotry, suggesting that what he referred to as a "Don't Say Gay" bill, a term invented by disgruntled Democrats could justify "Don't Say Catholic" or "Don't Say Baptist" legislation.

anthony daniels Alabama News
AL-2 candidate Anthony Daniels: 'We cannot allow out-of-state interests to spend money to buy a seat in Alabama'

Second congressional candidate Alabama House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels (D-Huntsville) is laying out what separates him from his opponent as both vie for the Democratic nomination.

Steve Marshall Huntsville Mens bfast Alabama News
Marshall speaks about protecting kids, federal overreach, Trump in Huntsville speech — 'If we can't stand up for our kids, what are we worth?'

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall addressed a large crowd Saturday morning at the Huntsville Republican Men's Club.

Dick Brewbaker Mobile Alabama News
Brewbaker picks up two more key endorsements in AL-2 run-off — 'He is a strong Christian conservative who will put hard-working American families first'

Former State Sen. Dick Brewbaker announced on Thursday that State Sen. Will Barfoot (R-Pike Road)and State Rep. Reed Ingram (R-Pike Road) had endorsed his campaign for Congress in Alabama's second district.

Congressman Terry Everett Alabama News
Long-time Alabama Congressman Terry Everett dies at 87

Former Alabama Congressman Terry Everett, 87, died Tuesday at his home in Rehobeth.

Dick Brewbaker Alabama News
Brewbaker announces endorsement from former opponent Hampton Harris — 'He’s a man of his word whose reputation for Christian values and conservative beliefs precedes him'

Former State Sen. Dick Brewbaker announced his campaign had received the endorsement of Hampton Harris, a former opponent in the race for the second congressional district GOP nomination.

Anthony Daniels Alabama News
House Minority Ldr Daniels on DEI ban: 'If Nick Saban were still coaching, this bill would have never seen the light of day'

Last week, the Alabama House of Representatives passed a Senate bill that would abolish state-funded DEI programs, leading to vigorous protest from Democrats in both legislative houses.

Dick Brewbaker Alabama News
Christian Coalition of Alabama calls out PAC for misrepresenting their position on AL-2 race in Brewbaker attack ad

The Christian Coalition of Alabama recently issued a statement clarifying their neutral position in regard to State Sen. Dick Brewbaker and the second congressional district race, despite ads placed by the Alabama Families PAC implying otherwise.

Second congressional district Alabama News
AL-2 primary results show district 'in reach' for GOP — 'It is certainly winnable'

When the federal courts redrew Alabama's second congressional district in favor of Democrats, some in the Alabama Republican Party felt they were given a political death sentence by being forced to give up a solid Republican U.S. House seat.

Biden SOTU Alabama News
Alabama's GOP delegation condemns Biden's SOTU speech: 'No dignity. No humility. No competence'

While U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) delivered the official Republican response to President Joe Bidn’s State of the Union address Thursday night, the rest of Alabama’s GOP Congressional delegation issued their reactions, each condemning the speech.

Biden SOTU Alabama News
Biden calls Alabama IVF ruling an ‘assault on freedom’ during SOTU; Ignores Alabama legislative 'IVF fix'

U.S. President Joe Biden called for nationwide access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments during the State of the Union address Thursday, condemning the recent ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court while ignoring the legislation passed to guarantee protections.

Bruce Pearl reacts after the game between Auburn and Ole Miss at Auburn Arena. Alabama News
Auburn's Pearl applauds IVF immunity protection passage after criticizing 'reckless' Alabama Supreme Court decision

Although he was critical of the Alabama Supreme Court's recent decision to define frozen embryos as children under the state's wrongful death statute, Auburn head basketball coach Bruce Pearl thanked the Alabama Legislature's passage of legislation to protect IVF clinics.

Katie Britt Alabama News
What does Katie Britt need to do in her response to Biden’s SOTU?

On Thursday March 7 at 8 p.m. CST, President Joe Biden gives the State of the Union address. Right after, the Republican response airs. It will be delivered by 42-year-old Katie Britt (R-Montgomery).

I voted stickers Alabama News
Constitutional amendment to expedite local bills fails 51-49%

A proposed constitutional amendment to expedite local bills failed 51-49 in the March 5 primary.

Alfa Alabama News
ALFA’s FarmPAC wins with nine out of 10 endorsed candidates

ALFA's FarmPAC endorsed ten candidates in Alabama's Republican primary, and nine won or advanced to the April 16 runoff.

brewbaker v dobson Alabama News
Brewbaker, Dobson advance to congressional district 2 Republican primary runoff

Brewbaker finished in the lead with 39.6% while Dobson narrowly defeated State Sen. Greg Albritton (R-Atmore) for second place with 26.5% of the vote.

Shomari Figures Alabama News
AL-2 Dem hopeful Figures rejects effort to remove him from primary ballot — 'If Joe Reed is concerned about finances, he should focus on sharing ADC's financial reports'

Democrat second congressional district candidate Shomari Figures is pushing back against longtime Alabama Democratic Party boss Joe Reed, who on Saturday insisted Figures and fellow candidate State House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels (D-Huntsville) be removed from Tuesday's primary ballot.

Joe Reed Alabama News
ADC's Joe Reed demands AL-2 Democrat front-runners Figures, Daniels kicked off party ballot

Joe Reed, the longtime democrat power broker and the father of Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed, has made another attempt at deciding who will be the next Democrat nominee in Alabama's newly drawn second congressional district.

steve marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall slams 'special interests' getting 'rewarded' by Alabama gambling legislation — 'Absolutely wrong'

In this week's edition of "1819 News: The Podcast," Attorney General Steve Marshall weighed in on the gambling legislation that has passed the House and is expected to be voted on soon in the Senate.

CAEPAC ad USE Alabama News
'Never Trump' accusations fly in closing stages of AL-1 GOP race

According to OpenSecrets.org, the Conservatives for American Excellence PAC (CAEPAC) has spent $366,889 running attack ads against Moore, ostensibly in favor of his opponent, U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Mobile).

Bryan Taylor. Sarah Stewart Alabama News
Taylor calls on Stewart to recuse from further votes in IVF case over campaign contributions

On Thursday, Bryan Taylor, a candidate for Alabama Supreme Court Chief Justice, called on his opponent, Justice Sarah Stewart, to recuse herself from future rulings on the IVF case because her campaign received hundreds of thousands of dollars from PACs the plaintiff's lawyers have donated to heavily.

barry moore Alabama News
Eagle Forum PAC endorses Barry Moore in AL-1 bid

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) on Wednesday picked up an endorsement from the political action committee connected to the national organization Eagle Forum in his race for Alabama's first congressional district.

Alfa farm pac Alabama News
ALFA endorsements hit mailboxes, website a week before March 5 primary

ALFA has endorsed candidates in Alabama's Republican primary March 5.

Crypto Alabama News
State Rep. Shaw tackles crypto in the House — 'We want to set up a framework for how blockchain can exist in our state'

A new bill filed in the Alabama Legislature will start a conversation on the use and extent of the growing markets surrounding cryptocurrency and other blockchain technologies.

ALGOP, alabama republican party Alabama News
Eight choices for president on Alabama’s GOP ballot March 5

Voters in Alabama will see eight choices for President – seven candidate names plus “Uncommitted” on the March 5 Republican ballot.

Litakerrobin Alabama News
Robin Litaker presumptive AL-7 GOP nomination after opponent withdraws

Robin Litaker, a retired schoolteacher and former State Teacher of the Year, will be the Republican nominee for Alabama's seventh congressional district.

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