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September 2, 2024

Alabama Politics

News

Confederate flag sends a message in divided Alabama town: ‘These people aren’t like us’

“I’ve been to Haiti. … It’s got a smell to it. These people have smells to them. … These people are not like us. They don’t assimilate."

By John Archibald | jarchibald@al.com

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News

Alabama sheriff seeks to amend Alabama’s permitless carry law, require permits for those under 21

Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch said that by requiring gun permits, law enforcement can seize weapons used by younger offenders during gun and gang-related violence.

By John Sharp | jsharp@al.com

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News

Former Alabama political operative key figure in effort to siphon off Kamala Harris votes

One key figure in the push is Paul Hamrick, chief of staff to former Alabama Gov. Don Siegelman.

By The Associated Press

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Opinion

ALGOP chair on defending the Republic: op-ed

As a constitutional republic, we are far better equipped to defend individual liberties and ensure that government remains a servant of the people, not the other way around.

By John Wahl | Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party

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News

Illegal voting by noncitizens rare, but Republicans making it a major issue in 2024 election

Federal law already allows only U.S. citizens to vote in elections for president and Congress. Yet Republicans are raising concerns about the potential for noncitizens voting in this year's elections.

By The Associated Press

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News

Companies awarded Alabama medical marijuana licenses seek court order allowing them to start work

The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission is also urging the court to allow licensing to proceed so patients can get the products.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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