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April 24, 2023

Alabama Politics

News

The Confederate governor: Kay Ivey promised to do better. She hasn’t.

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey promised to do better. She lied.

By Kyle Whitmire | kwhitmire@al.com

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Opinion

God, guns and sacrificial lambs: Alabama’s worship of guns is killing our children

Gun violence is the leading cause of death among children in Alabama

By J.D. Crowe | jdcrowe@al.com

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Opinion

Cameron Smith: Working to get to where I already am

Slowing down long enough for introspection has been the most uncomfortable realization of my life. My “character” wasn’t much more than an insane work ethic paired with a constant need for people to think I was great.

By Cameron Smith | csmith@al.com

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News

Who is a gang member? Question sparks racially charged debate in Alabama Legislature

Alabama Democrats are criticizing legislation aimed at adding enhancements for crimes benefitting a gang. One of their biggest complaints is a definition, included within the legislation, of a gang member. They say the definition is akin to profiling Black youths.

By John Sharp | jsharp@al.com

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Politics

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall ‘disappointed’ in SCOTUS abortion pill stay

But Marshall said he is "confident" the courts will ultimately rule to outlaw mifepristone.

By Howard Koplowitz | hkoplowitz@al.com

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From the Lede

Jefferson County Commissioner Lashunda Scales says she is trying protect sewer ratepayers during debt refinancing

As the county looks to refinance their historic 2011 debt this year, Scales said her focus as public works chair is to get the best deal for ratepayers.

By Heather Gann | hgann@al.com

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