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Columnists

Redistricting can determine if votes count

Redistricting. Reapportionment. Ultimately, it’s the process of determining which citizens reside in which districts for election purposes. By whatever name, it is a ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Tuesday, May 24, 2011 11:37 pm

Columnists

Fasting teaches inner strength

“Thank you so much for the discussion,” said Malika Fortier. I was surprised at the words and the tone. We have these leadership ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Tuesday, May 17, 2011 10:26 pm

Columnists

Allegiances taint tenure bill

I had a unique perspective on the controversial tenure bill being considered by the Alabama Legislature. I knew first-hand the problems caused by the ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Tuesday, May 10, 2011 10:09 pm

Columnists

Alabama will rise from disaster

“The storm is passing over,” is a refrain from a powerful Black spiritual rooted in the Old Testament.  It is what came to mind as ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Tuesday, May 3, 2011 9:32 pm

Columnists

Judgements are often inaccurate

He was just standing there. I knew he was waiting for me and I was certain I knew why. He was relatively young, somewhere ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Tuesday, April 26, 2011 9:08 pm

Columnists

Tax policies will set education back

It’s a crying shame. Alabama has moved up in education quality for its students from 49th among states to 25th and is now in ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Tuesday, April 19, 2011 10:56 pm

Opinion

Jubilee was a whirlwind of activity

The annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee is a cultural event:  It celebrates the right to vote.  It is a historical event:  it commemorates the death of ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Tuesday, April 12, 2011 10:46 pm

Opinion

Peace can come at a stiff price sometimes

It was a daunting challenge. But it was one I had to meet. The call came late Tuesday evening: Be in Washington, D. C. ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Tuesday, April 5, 2011 10:27 pm

Opinion

Students show skills through competition

I was just stopping by without any expectations. Then it hit me smack in the face. I couldn’t believe it! I was ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Tuesday, March 29, 2011 11:09 pm

Opinion

Transfer bill is a political shell game

It’s a shell game. We see two shells stamped in bold letters: “ethics” and “transparency.” But when we look under the ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Wednesday, March 23, 2011 11:54 pm

Opinion

Children headed to educational basement

I prayed, but I didn’t pray for victory.  I prayed that I be able to do my best.  I also prayed for a clean heart, a ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Tuesday, March 15, 2011 10:53 pm

Columnists

The legislative landscape is changing

It was the first week of the 2011 regular legislative session. It was a world of difference from the last 16 years for me and ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Wednesday, March 9, 2011 8:09 pm

RSS General

Voting is a responsibility

Voting is powerful. It’s the difference in being spoken for by others and speaking for ourselves. It’s the difference between being half a citizen and ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Tuesday, March 1, 2011 9:26 pm

Columnists

Jubilee brings forth a joyous celebration

Jubilee time is a coming. Voting Rights Celebrations are a coming. People get ready. Joyful but meaningful times are a coming. Read more

by Hank Sanders, Wednesday, February 23, 2011 12:14 am

Columnists

Budget cuts will set education back for years

The Alabama fiscal situation is improving – slowly. We had 11 straight months of improvements in sales taxes which provide a sizable portion of the ... Read more

by Hank Sanders, Wednesday, February 16, 2011 12:09 pm

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