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House District 50 Democratic Candidate Alan Thomas Discusses Campaign Platform and Grassroots Advocacy
Throughout the discussion, Thomas outlined key legislative priorities for his prospective term in Montgomery. His goals include repealing HB445 (which placed hemp and CBD products under ABC Board regulation) and SB71 (regarding corporate environmental compliance).
Staff Writer
Oct 221 min read
Back to the Future: Why Troy King Is Backing Ron Sparks for Alabama Agriculture Commissioner
When pressed about critics who claim that turning back to past leadership is a step backward, Troy King forcefully pushed back. He argued that voters are not forced to choose between a nostalgic way-back
Staff Writer
Oct 212 min read
Campaign Focus: Hanu Karlapalem’s Vision for Alabama House District 4
"The wealthy people who are sending their kids to private schools have already made the choice... taking away money and handing it out to private school vouchers is not how we build stronger public schools."
Staff Writer
Oct 42 min read
Wayne Rogers Talks Voter Access, Election Integrity, and His Run for Alabama Secretary of State
Rogers has been endorsed by the Alabama AFL-CIO and has been campaigning across the state with other Democratic statewide candidates including gubernatorial candidate Doug Jones and U.S. Senate candidate Everett Wess.
Staff Writer
Oct 32 min read
Recent Polling Shows Doug Jones and Tommy Tuberville Locked in a Dog Fight to be Next Alabama Governor
In that second dataset, the former Auburn coach held a narrower advantage of 47% to 44%, well within the margin of error. That research also revealed Tuberville was 11 points underwater against Jones in Madison County, home to Huntsville, the largest city in Alabama.
There are a few reasons we are seeing the most competitive race in the state since 2002.
Christopher M Peeks
Sep 163 min read
Hypocrisy on the Horizon: Why Rhett Marques is Only in It for Himself
During his council tenure, Enterprise residents saw a half-cent sales tax increase passed, and the city's debt ballooned to staggering heights—surpassing the national debt on a per capita basis.
Christopher M Peeks
Aug 91 min read
The Fraud of Rhett Marques: Soft on Crime and Heavy on Your Wallet
This man is as soft on crime as the cream puff he is. Marques voted for House Bill 2 in 2021, which permitted the supervised early release of certain criminals. According to reports, this legislation resulted in the early release of 369 inmates convicted of crimes ranging from possession of marijuana and theft to robbery and murder.
Christopher M Peeks
Aug 91 min read
Examining PPP Loan Integrity: The Case of Representative Rhett Marques
Questions surrounding Marques’s pandemic-related funding extend further, as financial disclosures also connect him to relief funds directed toward local non-profit organizations. Records indicate ties to a significant PPP allocation received by the Enterprise YMCA—totaling $95,000 while citing 23 employees—prompting additional public scrutiny regarding the distribution and oversight of federal relief across organizations within his sphere of influence.
Christopher M Peeks
Aug 91 min read
State Representative Rhett Marques Raises Your Taxes While Failing to Pay His
Thirteen thousand, two hundred twenty-six dollars ($13,226.00), which was released in April 2006.
Thirty-eight thousand, four hundred sixty-four dollars and eighty-nine cents ($38,464.89), which was released in February 2007.
Twenty thousand, ninety-seven dollars and twenty-eight cents ($20,097.28), which was released in August 2011.
One thousand, seven hundred eighty-eight dollars and nineteen cents ($1,788.19), which was released in August 2011.
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Christopher M Peeks
Aug 92 min read
The Rebuild of Alabama's Tax Burden: Why Rhett Marques Belongs Nowhere Near Washington
Marques voted for the 2019 gas tax hike, the largest tax increase in state history. Alabamians pay 31 cents more per gallon because of that vote, with an automatic one-cent increase scheduled every other year in perpetuity.
Christopher M Peeks
Aug 81 min read
Follow the Money: Rep. Rhett Marques Faces Scrutiny Over Liberal Donor Ties and Tax Record
Adcox boasts a long, well-documented history of bankrolling leftist political candidates. His partisan trail dates back to 2008, when he funneled funds into then-Illinois Senator Barack Obama’s historic presidential campaign. Adcox’s pattern of supporting figures antithetical to traditional conservative values did not stop at the national level. He has consistently doled out financial contributions to high-profile establishment and left-leaning figures, including for
Christopher M Peeks
Aug 81 min read
Election Interference: Tabitha Isner and the Alabama Democratic Party’s Reckless Play
Alabama Democratic Party Vice Chair Tabitha Isner is calling for crossover voting, a dangerous tactic reminiscent of the 1986 primary that crippled the state party.
Christopher M Peeks
Jul 142 min read
John Merrill’s Insights from the Alabama GOP Runoff
The race between John Wahl and Wes Allen served as a textbook example of campaign mismanagement. Merrill observed that the Wes Allen campaign relied heavily on negative attacks, which backfired by keeping John Wahl’s name in the spotlight while failing to define a positive message for Allen. The Wahl campaign's focus on integrity and character, highlighted by a successful testimonial from his pastor, proved more effective.
Staff Writer
Jun 282 min read
Challenging the Status Quo: Case Dixon’s Vision for Alabama’s 6th District
Dixon acknowledges the uphill battle of challenging a 14-year incumbent, especially in an election cycle dominated by open seats and heavy fundraising disparities. However, he views the upcoming runoff as a unique opportunity for voters to engage with the issues directly. With only one race on the ballot, Dixon is hopeful that the electorate will prioritize research and intention over mere name recognition, aiming for a turnout of knowledgeable voters who are closely monitor
Staff Writer
Jun 272 min read
A Political Train Wreck: How Angie Horn and Wes Allen Sank a Lieutenant Governor Campaign
Dumbfounded does not begin to describe the reaction. This commercial hit national media, and in the kicker, nobody knew what it meant. They just saw the talking animal. The Wahl campaign played this to their advantage by showing the creature with a butterfly tattoo, signaling support. How ingenious!
Christopher M Peeks
Jun 203 min read
The Fall of Wes Allen: How John Wahl Won the Alabama Lieutenant Governor Runoff
Even then, I assumed that with the backing of Montgomery’s “big mules,” Allen would retain his front-runner status. Yet, on May 19, with everyone expecting Allen to emerge as the top vote-getter heading into a runoff, Wahl shocked the state by finishing first. Wahl was officially in the driver’s seat.
Christopher M Peeks
Jun 182 min read
Campaign Spotlight: John Wahl’s Tactical Offensive Against Wes Allen in Lieutenant Governor Race
By Staff Writer June 10, 2026 Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen As the Alabama lieutenant governor race intensifies, the primary runoff between former Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl and Secretary of State Wes Allen has become a battleground for defining political identity. A recent advertisement from the Wahl campaign marks a sharp pivot toward aggressive messaging, aiming to frame Allen as a "third-generation career politician" whose tenure has prioritized p
Staff Writer
Jun 102 min read
Jay Mitchell’s Vision for Alabama: A Focus on Violent Crime and Accountability
Regarding the death penalty, Mitchell expressed a commitment to "pick up the pace" of executions in Alabama. He argued that the current timeline for capital punishment fails to provide justice for victims' families and dilutes the deterrent effect on potential offenders. Referencing Florida’s recent actions as a model
Staff Writer
Jun 72 min read
Building Conservative Momentum in Alabama: An Interview with Danielle Duggar
Committee Work: Her top priorities for committee assignments include Health and Education, citing her decade of advocacy work and her experience as a legislative analyst [20:29].
Staff Writer
Jun 62 min read
Why the Alabama Public Service Commission Expansion Bill is Sparking Controversy Ahead of the GOP Runoff Election
Zeigler highlighted a recent 4,700-acre solar farm approved near Stockton in Baldwin County, noting that local residents, county commissioners, and state representatives were not properly notified before approval. His platform advocates for serving as a "watchman" on the commission to provide transparency, alert local leadership, and hold these high-consumption projects accountable to taxpayers.
Staff Writer
Jun 52 min read
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