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Unequal school funding only leads to unequal education

Last week, a year-long study showed what many of us have been saying all along — Alabama’s schools are tremendously underfunded. Not only do we ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Tuesday, June 17, 2014 9:42 am

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We must protect our children’s financial future

If you read these opinion pieces with any regularity, you know that I am a strong supporter of the American Dream. You know I believe ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Monday, June 9, 2014 4:10 pm

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We must stand up for Alabama at the ballot box

Today, the polls are open for Alabama’s primary elections and voters around the state are heading to cast their ballots in the party primary elections. ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Monday, June 2, 2014 4:03 pm

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Congress, Legislature owe our vets

Memorial Day is a special day for Americans. It’s the day we celebrate our freedom and remember those who fought and died to protect it. We ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Monday, May 26, 2014 5:28 pm

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Vote for who best represents your interests

The midterm elections are heating up and the primary elections are right around the corner. Here in Alabama, most voters pay little or no attention ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Tuesday, May 20, 2014 7:16 pm

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American dream needs entrepreneurs

The American Dream is built on the principles of hard work and ingenuity. In today’s economy, though, these virtues are paying off less and less ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Monday, May 12, 2014 11:31 pm

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Mothers could use medicaid expansion

This week, families will come together to honor our mothers, our matriarchs, and the women who made the biggest impacts on our lives as we ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Monday, May 5, 2014 7:41 pm

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Incarceration rate must be lowered

The United States incarcerates its citizens at a higher rate than any other nation in the world. As a percent of the total population, there are ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Monday, April 28, 2014 6:12 pm

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We must tackle the challenges before us

Easter is a special type of holiday, because it comes with a sense of new energy, new beginnings and new growth. Easter is a chance ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Monday, April 21, 2014 8:19 pm

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Lessons for all can be found during Holy Week

On Sunday, we gathered together at church to celebrate Palm Sunday, marking the day Jesus rode into Jerusalem and began his journey to the cross. ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Monday, April 14, 2014 6:01 pm

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Governor should continue to fight for teachers

The Legislature has officially adjourned for 2014, leaving the Governor with a tough decision to make by April 13. Read more

by Darrio Melton, Monday, April 7, 2014 9:51 pm

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Alabama is better than this; we can do better

This week is the last week of the 2014 legislative session and the last legislative days before the 2014 election cycle. Looking back on the past ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Monday, March 31, 2014 5:18 pm

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Bentley fails to follow through on promise to include amendment

Gov. Robert Bentley has gone back on another promise to the people of Alabama, proving once again that his interests are intimately intertwined with the ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Monday, March 24, 2014 8:09 pm

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Teacher pay raises a critical issue in session

Every year, the last legislative days are crowded with budget debates. This year is shaping up to be no different. The Education Trust Fund budget, ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Monday, March 17, 2014 11:11 pm

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Community should name Dallas Avenue Bridge

In the past few weeks, a great conversation has started in our community about the naming of the Dallas Avenue bridge. I have received several ... Read more

by Darrio Melton, Tuesday, March 11, 2014 5:09 pm

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