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The Voice of Alabama Politics
Hosted by Alabama Political Reporter · EN
A news and analysis podcast about Alabama hosted by Alabama Political Reporter editor Bill Britt.
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Redistricting Chaos & Freedom Riders Remembered
May 1000:29:15Tap to summarizeThis week on The Voice of Alabama Politics — Tommy Tuberville opens a commanding lead in the governor’s race as Alabama’s redistricting fight heads back into the national spotlight. Also, we remember the Freedom Riders and the violence that changed America forever, and ask whether Democrats are quietly rebuilding statewide momentum behind Doug Jones.
Transcribe →The Attorney General's Race Heats Up
May 400:27:04Tap to summarizeThis week on The Voice of Alabama Politics — a mystery PAC targets GOP incumbents as questions grow about who is really behind the attacks. Also, the Attorney General’s race turns increasingly personal, and Alabama Democrats face questions about seriousness after another debate without their frontrunner. Plus, a new report reveals more than 800,000 Alabamians are missing from the voting process, raising major questions about access, turnout, and the future of elections in the state. All this and more coming up on The V.
Transcribe →Who's Pulling the PAC Strings?
Apr 2700:27:35Tap to summarizeThis week on The Voice of Alabama Politics — a mystery PAC launches attacks in key GOP primaries, raising big questions about who is funding the campaign and pulling the strings. Also, Alabama sees partial legislative wins for working families, but major reforms stall again, while a new report claims more than 800,000 eligible voters are missing from the electoral process. Plus, the debate over voter fraud versus voter access continues in Alabama politics.
Transcribe →Undecided Races Shake Up Alabama Politics
Apr 2000:27:21Tap to summarizeThis week on The Voice of Alabama Politics: Alabama's closed-primary bill collapses at the finish line, key power bills die on the final day, and major Republican primary races remain wide open, with voters still undecided. Plus, President Donald Trump clashes publicly with the Pope, and Representative James Lomax targets Mo Brooks’ tax record in a heated GOP primary fight.
Transcribe →Sine Die: Session Ends, Questions Begin
Apr 1300:27:48Tap to summarizeThis week on The Voice of Alabama Politics — the legislative session wraps with big questions about what got done and what didn’t, while a major Senate rule change shifts power away from the Lt. Governor.Plus, GOP infighting spills into the open after a caucus recording controversy, and a closer look at whether campaigns are focusing on real kitchen table issues — or missing the mark. All that and more on The V.
Transcribe →Caught Red Handed
Apr 500:28:11Tap to summarizeThis week on The Voice of Alabama Politics — voters are paying attention but still not choosing, as massive undecided numbers shake up key statewide races. Also, a legislator is caught secretly recording inside a GOP caucus meeting, raising serious questions about trust and internal divisions, while a controversial Attorney General campaign ad sparks debate over tone and leadership. Plus, what growing frustration and voter sentiment could mean for the future of Alabama politics.
Transcribe →A Faith Showdown
Mar 2900:27:26Tap to summarizeThis week on The Voice of Alabama Politics — a GOP primary turns into a fight over faith, a Tuberville residency lawsuit raises strategic questions, and lawmakers face major decisions as the session winds down. Plus: IVF protections, election law battles, and whether Alabama is focused on real issues — or distractions.
Transcribe →Steve Marshall's Twin?
Mar 2200:27:37Tap to summarizeThis week on The Voice of Alabama Politics — cracks inside the Alabama GOP deepen, a push to close primaries could reshape who votes, and Steve Marshall faces questions over his claims about The Alabama Solution. Plus: growing concerns over prison violence, accountability, and the future direction of Alabama politics. All that and more coming up on The V.
Transcribe →Pledge Push, GOP Infighting, and Moore Gains Ground
Mar 1500:28:25Tap to summarizeThis week on The Voice of Alabama Politics, Governor Kay Ivey commutes a death sentence, lawmakers push a Pledge of Allegiance and voluntary prayer proposal for schools, and a new PSC bill aims to expand voter power over utility regulators. Plus, growing infighting inside the Alabama Republican Party and a new poll showing Barry Moore gaining ground in the U.S. Senate race. Bill Britt, Susan Britt, and Josh Moon break it all down — on The V.
Transcribe →Ten Commandments, Church Protection Bill & Ballot Challenge Fallout
Mar 800:27:02Tap to summarizeThis week on The Voice of Alabama Politics, lawmakers push a bill making it a felony to disrupt church services, while another proposal would require the Ten Commandments in Alabama classrooms. Plus, new questions emerge in the Lieutenant Governor’s race after campaign finance records link a candidate to a ballot challenge against his opponent. Bill Britt, Susan Britt, and Josh Moon break down the latest political battles in Montgomery — and much more on The V.
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