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April 28, 2023

Alabama Politics

News

‘I’m not leaving’: Alabama abortion doctor vows to fight for ‘life versus a bad law’

“Alabama’s really dead set on compromising people’s lives, especially LGBTQ+ youth, especially pregnant people. These are expendable people in the eyes of the state of Alabama.”

By Jenny Jarvie Los Angeles Times (TNS) and Tribune Media Services

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Politics

Richard Shelby roasted by government watchdog as king of congressional pork with $666 million in earmarks

Citizens Against Government Waste honored Shelby with "The Whole Hog Award" for being responsible for more than $666 million in projects.

By Howard Koplowitz | hkoplowitz@al.com

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News

Alabama bill says your boss can’t require microchip, nor can probation officer

The Alabama House of Representatives passed a ban on employers requiring their employees to be microchipped as a condition of employment.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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News

Bill to repeal half of state sales tax on food endorsed by every Alabama senator

The bill would gradually reduce the 4 percent tax to 2 percent.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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Opinion

Legislative guest opinion: Educational outcomes – not politics – should be our top priority

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey’s decision to force Dr. Barbara Cooper out as Secretary of the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education (ADECE) flies in the face of all our progress in preparing our young people for the future.

By Alabama state Rep. Anthony Daniels and Sen. Bobby Singleton

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News

Archibald: Alabama cuts ‘equity’ by 92 percent

This is the most Alabama thing ever.

By John Archibald | jarchibald@al.com

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