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Dickerson joins Hall of Honor

The 50th inductee to the Alabama Military Hall of Honor was added Friday during a brisk clear autumn day at Marion Military Institute. Read more

by James G. Smith, Friday, November 6, 2015 8:34 pm

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Benghazi committee should fold ‘em

What do you do when you play your hand down without a chance of winning? Quite obviously, you fold up and get out of the ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Tuesday, October 27, 2015 9:33 pm

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Democrats double down on same old

From the clips I saw, the reports I read, and from what little I watched of the Democrats first debate, I find it hard to ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Tuesday, October 20, 2015 10:33 pm

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Commander to visit on Veterans Day

Fall is in the air and beginning to cast its magnificent hues across the landscape. What a wonderful time of year to view the grandeur ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Tuesday, October 13, 2015 10:22 pm

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Law & Order Selma edition

Founding father and second President of our country John Adams once said: “Facts are stubborn things, and whatever may be our wishes, our inclination, or ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Tuesday, October 6, 2015 9:04 pm

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The Koran and our Constitution

The big dust-up this week is about the statement Dr. Ben Carson made in reference to a hypothetical question on supporting a Muslim for president. ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Wednesday, September 23, 2015 9:07 pm

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Country needs to get back to basics

In view of Constitution Week, September 17-23, it seems a good time for a simple review of perhaps the most important document in the history ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Saturday, September 19, 2015 10:21 pm

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Trump’s immigration policy makes sense

Do you get weary of politicians who constantly come up with excuses as to why nothing can be done about the illegal immigrant problem? If ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Tuesday, September 8, 2015 9:52 pm

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No easy answers to solve budget impasse

There appears to be a huge disconnect between Gov. Robert Bentley and the overwhelming Republican legislature. They seem to be working on two separate agendas. ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Wednesday, September 2, 2015 3:18 pm

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Amendment crystal clear

Far be it from me to make any claims of being an expert on immigration. However, I do know this much, we cannot continue allowing ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Tuesday, August 25, 2015 9:39 pm

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Cream always rises to top

The first televised debates for the Republican nominee to run for president in 2016 is history. Unfortunately, this is just the beginning of many ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Tuesday, August 11, 2015 10:01 pm

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Republican debate to be on Hiroshima anniversary

The first debate between candidates for the Republican nomination to run for president will take place Thursday night, Aug. 6. I’m unsure as to whether ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Tuesday, August 4, 2015 8:48 pm

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Time for our country to get back to basics

After 239 years, you would think the tried, tested and established ways of governing would be settled. But no, we always have those who want ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Thursday, July 30, 2015 9:24 pm

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Gambling; continuous problem

If you wanted to expand gambling in the state, how would you proceed? First of all, declare a budget shortfall that cannot be filled either ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Wednesday, July 8, 2015 6:47 pm

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Set jaw for victory, it’s the American way

Two hundred thirty nine years ago on July 4, 1776, our forefathers set a course of independence for the 13 American colonies. It was a ... Read more

by James G. Smith, Friday, July 3, 2015 10:47 pm

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