November 21, 2018 – Alabama vs. Auburn Game
The only sport that Alabamians enjoy more than Alabama politics is college football. We especially love the Alabama vs. Auburn football game. Folks,…
November 14, 2018 – Kay Ivey, Our 55th Governor
The legendary Alabama storyteller, Kathryn Tucker Windham, used to say, “Alabama is like a big front porch.” She was right, I have found that to be…
November 7, 2018 – “More Than Election Going on In Alabama Politics”
Our gubernatorial election year politics ended yesterday. However, there have been other political maneuverings and developments going on behind the…
October 31, 2018 – “General Election Next Week”
This time two years ago, I was bubbling over with anticipation with expectations that I would have two years of fun following an exciting governor’s…
October 24, 2018 – Frank Johnson the Legend and the Free State of Winston
Those of us who are Baby Boomers remember the tumultuous times of the 1960’s. We lived through the Civil Rights revolution. Those of us who grew up…
October 17, 2018 – The Shorty Price Story
Since this is Alabama vs. Tennessee week and we have a Governor’s Race in three weeks, allow me to share the Story of Shorty Price. Alabama has had…
October 10, 2018 – Democrats have three viable candidates, but Republicans will prevail
In politics, perception is reality. It is perceived and therefore factual that a Democrat cannot win a statewide race in Alabama. The proof is in…
October 3, 2018 – Some Politicos Learn Lesson the Hard Way
For some untold reason or some would say ungodly reason, I have always been enthralled and involved in politics. As a boy growing up in Troy, I was…
September 26, 2018 – Supreme Court Rules States – Can Collect Online Sales Tax
The State of Alabama’s fiscal year begins next week on October 1. Our state’s finances are not the best in the world. However, they got a boost from…
September 19, 2018 – 1986 Governor’s Race
Since this is a gubernatorial election year, allow me to share an epic Governor’s Race with you. The 1986 Governor’s race will be remembered as one…