DOTHAN, Ala. — In deep-red south Alabama, hundreds of Democratic supporters packed a room 12 days before the midterms, collectively hoping U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures would defy the odds and win a district Republicans redrew this year to give their party an advantage. With servings of banana pudding and snacks in hand, voters filed into […]
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In the Weeds: Polling and politics w/ Michael Lowry
Todd welcomes Michael Lowry of the Alabama Poll to the podcast for an in depth conversation about recent polling and how things might shake out in the upcoming general election. They go deep into the races for governor and Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District. Plus Michael offers a peek behind the curtain to explain how his polling operation works. Listen below or wherever you get your podcasts.
Read MoreIn the Weeds: Polling and politics w/ Michael Lowry
Todd welcomes Michael Lowry of the Alabama Poll to the podcast for an in depth conversation about recent polling and how things might shake out in the upcoming general election. They go deep into the races for governor and Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District. Plus Michael offers a peek behind the curtain to explain how his polling operation works. Listen below or wherever you get your podcasts.
Read MoreState moves forward with second new prison, but House speaker is not happy about it
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Corrections Institution Finance Authority on Thursday approved the construction contract for the second planned new men’s prison, but House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter – one of the most powerful figures in state politics – is calling for the governor to halt the project. Immediately after the authority vote, Ledbetter released a […]
Read MoreState moves forward with second new prison, but House speaker is not happy about it
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Corrections Institution Finance Authority on Thursday approved the construction contract for the second planned new men’s prison, but House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter – one of the most powerful figures in state politics – is calling for the governor to halt the project. Immediately after the authority vote, Ledbetter released a […]
Read MoreKay Ivey: Our best days are ahead
When I ran for reelection in 2022, I said in one of my TV ads, “Sometimes it’s like the world’s gone crazy. Thank God we live in Alabama!” That same sentiment rings true today. When it comes to our priorities in Alabama, we simply want what is best for our families. We want the opportunity […]
Read MoreKay Ivey: Our best days are ahead
When I ran for reelection in 2022, I said in one of my TV ads, “Sometimes it’s like the world’s gone crazy. Thank God we live in Alabama!” That same sentiment rings true today. When it comes to our priorities in Alabama, we simply want what is best for our families. We want the opportunity […]
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