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The Madison County Democratic Executive Committee
MCDEC (Mac Deck)
Huntsville, Alabama
MCDEC (Mac Deck)
Huntsville, Alabama
"It meant allowing families to grieve without spectacle. It meant recognizing that death ends conflict and demands a pause, however brief, in human hostility. This understanding was not sentimental. It was moral."
Be better. Moral.
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness. Only light can do that." -MLK
Be better. Moral.
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness. Only light can do that." -MLK
Opinion | When cruelty toward the dead reveals a deeper moral failure
Trump’s words after a critic’s death violated centuries-old moral restraints and revealed a deeper erosion of character and leadership.
www.alreporter.com
December 18, 2025 at 3:07 PM
"It meant allowing families to grieve without spectacle. It meant recognizing that death ends conflict and demands a pause, however brief, in human hostility. This understanding was not sentimental. It was moral."
Be better. Moral.
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness. Only light can do that." -MLK
Be better. Moral.
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness. Only light can do that." -MLK
I always listen to Josh.
"Can Doug Jones overcome the deadly sin (at least in Alabama of late) of having a D stand beside his name on a ballot in this state?
Yes."
#Alabama #Politics
"Can Doug Jones overcome the deadly sin (at least in Alabama of late) of having a D stand beside his name on a ballot in this state?
Yes."
#Alabama #Politics
Opinion | Doug Jones has brought excitement to the governor's race, but can he win?
Doug Jones enters the governor's race as an underdog, but Friday's launch proved there's plenty of enthusiasm and maybe a pathway in there too.
www.alreporter.com
December 17, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Good history here on #Alabama #politics.
"The most important by far is the Alabama Farmers Federation, ALFA. This endorsement is ardently sought by all statewide candidates...
The other important groups are the Alabama Forestry Association, the Business Council of Alabama, and Manufacture Alabama."
"The most important by far is the Alabama Farmers Federation, ALFA. This endorsement is ardently sought by all statewide candidates...
The other important groups are the Alabama Forestry Association, the Business Council of Alabama, and Manufacture Alabama."
Opinion | Do endorsements matter in statewide races?
Once considered the "kiss of death," political endorsements in Alabama shifted from local truisms to powerful tools driven by national allegiance and key organizations.
www.alreporter.com
December 17, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Not so fast. I like @alreporter.com and cite them often. But we have an obligation to check (and point out) sources -- even on editorials.
"ByTIM HARRISON"
"This is an opinion column and does not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the Alabama Political Reporter..." (cont. remarks)
"ByTIM HARRISON"
"This is an opinion column and does not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the Alabama Political Reporter..." (cont. remarks)
Alabama leaders reorganized the Department of Labor into the Department of Workforce, creating a central hub for industry, education and government collaboration.
Opinion | Building the next generation of Alabama’s construction workforce
Alabama leaders reorganized the Department of Labor into the Department of Workforce, creating a central hub for industry, education and government collaboration.
buff.ly
December 17, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Not so fast. I like @alreporter.com and cite them often. But we have an obligation to check (and point out) sources -- even on editorials.
"ByTIM HARRISON"
"This is an opinion column and does not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the Alabama Political Reporter..." (cont. remarks)
"ByTIM HARRISON"
"This is an opinion column and does not necessarily represent or reflect the opinions of the Alabama Political Reporter..." (cont. remarks)
"“Particularly disappointing is the silence from Alabama Republicans after their attempts to bully, fire, and silence anyone who made a statement following the death of Charlie Kirk,” said Sheena Gamble, a spokesperson for the party."
Alabama Democrats on ALGOP silence of Trump comments about Rob Reiner: "No calls to censure him, no calls to fire anyone celebrating the death of the Reiners. Their silence screams.” www.al.com/news/2025/12...
Alabama Republicans’ silence ‘disappointing’ as Trump is slammed over Rob Reiner comments, Democrats say
“They dare not criticize their king or ... they agree with his remarks."
www.al.com
December 17, 2025 at 10:37 PM
"“Particularly disappointing is the silence from Alabama Republicans after their attempts to bully, fire, and silence anyone who made a statement following the death of Charlie Kirk,” said Sheena Gamble, a spokesperson for the party."
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In the wealthiest nation in the world, no one should go without healthcare.
We have bipartisan support to extend the ACA subsidies––now it's on Speaker Johnson to bring it to a vote immediately.
We have bipartisan support to extend the ACA subsidies––now it's on Speaker Johnson to bring it to a vote immediately.
December 17, 2025 at 9:42 PM
In the wealthiest nation in the world, no one should go without healthcare.
We have bipartisan support to extend the ACA subsidies––now it's on Speaker Johnson to bring it to a vote immediately.
We have bipartisan support to extend the ACA subsidies––now it's on Speaker Johnson to bring it to a vote immediately.
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Bongino is leaving to spend more time with his loved ones—conspiracy theorists and QAnon nutters.
Conspiracy podcaster and inexplicably FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino has informed colleagues that he intends to step down from his role early next year.
The hunt is on for a completely unqualified successor.
The hunt is on for a completely unqualified successor.
December 17, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Bongino is leaving to spend more time with his loved ones—conspiracy theorists and QAnon nutters.
"“I believe that instead of resisting change, Alabama should embrace change, hold it tight, and never let it go,” he said. “The University accepted the change that began here, and because of the diversity and new ideas that came with it, it’s a better university.”" -- former Alabama GOP Governor
You know Tommy Tuberville is bad. If you want see just how far we have fallen, take a look at the words of this former Alabama GOP governor. Not so long ago.
www.al.com/news/2025/12...
www.al.com/news/2025/12...
Tommy Tuberville wants a war; he could learn from this GOP governor
“I believe that instead of resisting change, Alabama should embrace change, hold it tight, and never let it go,” the GOP governor said.
www.al.com
December 17, 2025 at 3:17 PM
"“I believe that instead of resisting change, Alabama should embrace change, hold it tight, and never let it go,” he said. “The University accepted the change that began here, and because of the diversity and new ideas that came with it, it’s a better university.”" -- former Alabama GOP Governor
"Charlie Kirk’s assassination in September turbocharged Trump’s campaign of revenge and retribution. Critics have compared this moment to a Reichstag fire, a modern version of Hitler’s exploitation of the torching of Berlin’s parliament."
Throughout the first year of Donald Trump’s second administration, Vanity Fair writer Chris Whipple has interviewed Susie Wiles, White House chief of staff, amid each moment of crisis. His insider’s account of Trump 2.0 joins the photography of Christopher Anderson for a portrait of power—and peril.
Susie Wiles Talks About The First Year of Trump’s Second Term (Part 1 of 2)
In the first half of ‘Vanity Fair’’s interview with Susie Wiles, the chief of staff discusses Elon Musk’s DOGE disaster, the FBI’s “incredible job” investigating January 6, and how Trump once berated ...
www.vanityfair.com
December 17, 2025 at 1:38 PM
"Charlie Kirk’s assassination in September turbocharged Trump’s campaign of revenge and retribution. Critics have compared this moment to a Reichstag fire, a modern version of Hitler’s exploitation of the torching of Berlin’s parliament."
They are coming for your vote.
“The Voting Rights Act also relates to state-level districts,..."
"We want it to be clear that if the Court vacates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, it can have implications far beyond whether minorities have one or two congressional districts in Alabama.”
“The Voting Rights Act also relates to state-level districts,..."
"We want it to be clear that if the Court vacates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, it can have implications far beyond whether minorities have one or two congressional districts in Alabama.”
Alabama’s Black lawmakers could nearly be wiped out by a single US Supreme Court ruling, report warns
A new report warns that if Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act is struck down, Alabama Democrats could be reduced to just 15 seats, with Black lawmakers bearing the brunt of the losses.
www.al.com
December 17, 2025 at 1:11 AM
They are coming for your vote.
“The Voting Rights Act also relates to state-level districts,..."
"We want it to be clear that if the Court vacates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, it can have implications far beyond whether minorities have one or two congressional districts in Alabama.”
“The Voting Rights Act also relates to state-level districts,..."
"We want it to be clear that if the Court vacates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, it can have implications far beyond whether minorities have one or two congressional districts in Alabama.”
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NEW: We filed a motion to stop the U.S. Justice Department from accessing Nevada's entire voter file as part of their effort to create a national voter database.
The Trump administration doesn't get to weaponize our private information to suppress our right to vote.
The Trump administration doesn't get to weaponize our private information to suppress our right to vote.
December 16, 2025 at 8:56 PM
NEW: We filed a motion to stop the U.S. Justice Department from accessing Nevada's entire voter file as part of their effort to create a national voter database.
The Trump administration doesn't get to weaponize our private information to suppress our right to vote.
The Trump administration doesn't get to weaponize our private information to suppress our right to vote.
"U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., cited the cost of the extension for her vote to not extend the tax credits."
And here you were, thinking your health was priceless.
Every advanced country in the world has universal healthcare -- except America. How can they afford it but not us?
And here you were, thinking your health was priceless.
Every advanced country in the world has universal healthcare -- except America. How can they afford it but not us?
Via Anna Barrett: About 130,000 Alabamians could lose health care coverage or pay significantly higher premiums at the start of 2026 after Congress failed to pass an extension on tax credits for Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans last week. https://ow.ly/V0IL50XK2S8
December 16, 2025 at 8:58 PM
"U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., cited the cost of the extension for her vote to not extend the tax credits."
And here you were, thinking your health was priceless.
Every advanced country in the world has universal healthcare -- except America. How can they afford it but not us?
And here you were, thinking your health was priceless.
Every advanced country in the world has universal healthcare -- except America. How can they afford it but not us?
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Trump put a known vaccine conspiracy theorist in charge of our public health.
Now we're here.
Now we're here.
December 15, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Trump put a known vaccine conspiracy theorist in charge of our public health.
Now we're here.
Now we're here.
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As taxpayer dollars are being funneled to increasingly inhumane ICE practices, I’m pushing for an investigation into whether defense and immigration contractors are getting multi-million-dollar deals because of their ties to Trump administration officials.
December 15, 2025 at 5:13 PM
As taxpayer dollars are being funneled to increasingly inhumane ICE practices, I’m pushing for an investigation into whether defense and immigration contractors are getting multi-million-dollar deals because of their ties to Trump administration officials.
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Grading on a massive curve
December 16, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Grading on a massive curve
Contrast and compare. (See the next post below.) How do you think Trump's obituary will read? (Don't go there.)
But take heart. Not all Republicans have surrendered. And always remember that most Americans don't participate in politics.
There are decent Americans everywhere. Get them to vote.
But take heart. Not all Republicans have surrendered. And always remember that most Americans don't participate in politics.
There are decent Americans everywhere. Get them to vote.
BREAKING: Donald Trump just issued a DESPICABLE statement following the death of Rob Reiner:
“Rob Reiner, a tortured and struggling, but once very talented movie director and comedy star, has passed away…due to the anger he caused others through his massive…TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME…”
“Rob Reiner, a tortured and struggling, but once very talented movie director and comedy star, has passed away…due to the anger he caused others through his massive…TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME…”
December 15, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Contrast and compare. (See the next post below.) How do you think Trump's obituary will read? (Don't go there.)
But take heart. Not all Republicans have surrendered. And always remember that most Americans don't participate in politics.
There are decent Americans everywhere. Get them to vote.
But take heart. Not all Republicans have surrendered. And always remember that most Americans don't participate in politics.
There are decent Americans everywhere. Get them to vote.
"Carter was proof positive for decades upon decades that, despite what the skeptics and cynics assert, good people can do good things in American politics."
I worry that there's no one left to bring us back from the darkness now. www.alreporter.com/2024/12/30/o...
Opinion | America’s moral compass died Sunday
The man who always reminded us of what an American politician could be, and should be, died Sunday. Decency might have died with him.
www.alreporter.com
December 15, 2025 at 9:13 PM
"Carter was proof positive for decades upon decades that, despite what the skeptics and cynics assert, good people can do good things in American politics."
"Dale Strong never answered any of my direct emails or phone calls to his office about it. With all his massively funded campaign, I doubt the rental assistance program even crossed his mind. He was very busy attending campaign prayer breakfasts and making other appearances."
Opinion | Rep. Dale Strong busy attending campaign breakfasts while our elderly were being evicted in Madison County
A flawed COVID-19 rental assistance program, approved by Dale Strong, left thousands of Madison County residents, including the elderly, without aid.
www.alreporter.com
December 15, 2025 at 9:10 PM
"Dale Strong never answered any of my direct emails or phone calls to his office about it. With all his massively funded campaign, I doubt the rental assistance program even crossed his mind. He was very busy attending campaign prayer breakfasts and making other appearances."
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Breaking News: Miami voters elected Eileen Higgins as mayor, choosing a Democrat to lead the city for the first time in almost 30 years.
Eileen Higgins Wins Miami Runoff Election to Become City’s First Female Mayor
Eileen Higgins, a former Miami-Dade County commissioner, will also be the city’s first female mayor and the first non-Hispanic mayor since the 1990s.
nyti.ms
December 10, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Breaking News: Miami voters elected Eileen Higgins as mayor, choosing a Democrat to lead the city for the first time in almost 30 years.
This caught my attention. I haven't heard any economist chime in on it yet but I bet it's getting the attention of people that have to sell a house (for whatever reason).
Republicans keep telling you how bad the economy was under Biden yet...look at these stats.
Republicans keep telling you how bad the economy was under Biden yet...look at these stats.
Where homes are losing value most
Most homeowners still "have plenty to feel good about," Zillow says.
www.axios.com
December 10, 2025 at 1:13 AM
This caught my attention. I haven't heard any economist chime in on it yet but I bet it's getting the attention of people that have to sell a house (for whatever reason).
Republicans keep telling you how bad the economy was under Biden yet...look at these stats.
Republicans keep telling you how bad the economy was under Biden yet...look at these stats.
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"Comprised of 12 members and two supernumerary members appointed by the Mayor and City Council, Planning Commission members also serve on the Zoning Subcommittee and/or the Subdivision Subcommittee. These subcommittees meet monthly review specific development issues..."
"Comprised of 12 members and two supernumerary members appointed by the Mayor and City Council, Planning Commission members also serve on the Zoning Subcommittee and/or the Subdivision Subcommittee. These subcommittees meet monthly review specific development issues..."
Planning Commission
Planning Commission meetings, agendas, subdivision and rezoning calendars; Commission member directory.
www.huntsvilleal.gov
December 7, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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"Comprised of 12 members and two supernumerary members appointed by the Mayor and City Council, Planning Commission members also serve on the Zoning Subcommittee and/or the Subdivision Subcommittee. These subcommittees meet monthly review specific development issues..."
"Comprised of 12 members and two supernumerary members appointed by the Mayor and City Council, Planning Commission members also serve on the Zoning Subcommittee and/or the Subdivision Subcommittee. These subcommittees meet monthly review specific development issues..."
The postcard writing parties for December 9th & 16th have been cancelled. You should already have an email but we want to make sure you know.
December 7, 2025 at 5:17 PM
The postcard writing parties for December 9th & 16th have been cancelled. You should already have an email but we want to make sure you know.
Are you registered to vote?
Even if you are, you might enjoy strolling around The Orion anyway. The League of Women Voters of the Tennessee Valley is holding an event there. Click on the link for more info.
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Even if you are, you might enjoy strolling around The Orion anyway. The League of Women Voters of the Tennessee Valley is holding an event there. Click on the link for more info.
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December 1, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Are you registered to vote?
Even if you are, you might enjoy strolling around The Orion anyway. The League of Women Voters of the Tennessee Valley is holding an event there. Click on the link for more info.
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Even if you are, you might enjoy strolling around The Orion anyway. The League of Women Voters of the Tennessee Valley is holding an event there. Click on the link for more info.
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Check out UA - Huntsville's numbers.
November 29, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Check out UA - Huntsville's numbers.