April 17, 2014
When Alabama was being settled in the early 1800’s our first settlers were diverse in their origins. Our river regions were the most desirable lands.…
April 10, 2014
Alabama has seen its share of industrial recruitment coups in the past few years. In fact, 20 years ago the landing of Mercedes was the impetus that…
April 03, 2014
The Gallup poll has come out with their ranking of the most conservative and most liberal states in America. Last year we were ranked as the most…
March 27, 2014
There is a cadre of politicos in Birmingham who are approaching their 60’s that have been a close knit group of true blue Republicans since the get…
March 20, 2014
A while back I wrote a column entitled “The State Legislature Is A Good Training Ground For Governor, But Not A Good Stepping Stone To Governor.” The…
March 13, 2014
Last week we highlighted and handicapped the statewide races for the top five constitutional offices of governor, lieutenant governor, attorney…
March 06, 2014
For the past year it has appeared that this year’s election was going to be less than exciting. Now that the dust has settled it looks like that will…
February 27, 2014
Last week’s column expounded on the two different concepts that members of congress perceive their roles to be in Washington. Our two senators are…
February 20, 2014
There are two schools of thought as to what role a U.S Senator should play on the stage in Washington. One model is called the caretaker. This…
February 13, 2014
Usually gubernatorial years are marquee political events in Alabama politics. However, this year is shaping up as a mundane affair. Not only is Gov.…