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June 18, 2023

Alabama Politics

News

‘Just Mercy’ author Bryan Stevenson says 30-hour window will not fix Alabama execution problems

Stevenson, founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, says the state has not shown a commitment carrying out death sentences in a humane way.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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Alabama Archives director: LGBTQ presentation ‘neither indoctrination nor politicization’

The state agency was criticized by two Republican lawmakers for hosting a lecture given by an LGBTQ historical organization.

By Howard Koplowitz | hkoplowitz@al.com

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News

Democratic National Committee ‘alarmed by’ Alabama party losing diversity caucuses

If the State Democratic Executive Committee does not address a recent complaint over the decision, the DNC will take it up.

By Brian Lyman and Alabama Reflector

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News

Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission puts hold on licensing, cites ‘potential inconsistencies’

The AMCC announced the problem at an emergency meeting Friday.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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News

Alabama Legislature could be headed for July special session to draw new congressional districts

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled June 8 that Alabama's district map most likely violates the Voting Rights Act.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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Opinion

Cameron Smith: DOJ might be after Trump, but he makes their job easier

While we’re waiting for the trial details, Republicans should be asking Trump what the hell he was thinking.

By Cameron Smith | csmith@al.com

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