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 Posted by Danny, on December 24th, 2009, at 7:51 am When politicos around the state climb into Santa’s lap, what do they ask the jolly old elf to bring them? Elves around the state eavesdropped and passed the wishes along for us. Political Parlor’s 10. Joe Reed… oh please, oh please… a Jim Folsom for Governor campaign. 9. Upstate legislators want earplugs so [...] Posted by Danny, on October 14th, 2009, at 8:32 amNote: This post has been updated. We looked at the Senate already. Thanks to reader Joe, we can look at the House. To the best of my understanding this information is correct. If you see something amiss, let me know. DIST. 8 53 20 88 45 Related Articles: Posted by Danny, on October 8th, 2009, at 12:41 pmWhile I thought the list of Senators’ ages was interesting, I was pleased to get feedback from a number of readers who also found it interesting. So when reader Joe was able to track down the missing birthdates for the six Senators whose ages had been estimated, I decided to update the list [...] Posted by Danny, on October 5th, 2009, at 10:15 amUpdate: The list below has been updated at this link. Perhaps this is interesting to you. It’s the offspring of another endeavor that hasn’t otherwise come together. I appreciate the help of a reader who tracked much of this down. Except where noted, age is figured from birthdates published online. DIST. 11 16 9 1 Posted by Danny, on May 15th, 2009, at 9:51 am Who are Alabama’s most statesmanlike legislators? I put that question to a broad range of politicos who have first hand experience with our state legislature – including Senators, Representatives, lobbyists, and other Montgomery insiders. While they were free to interpret “statesmanlike” as they wished, I suggested that it is marked by class, dignity, and a [...] Posted by Danny, on December 25th, 2008, at 8:01 amWhat are Alabama politicos hoping the jolly old elf brings them? Santa’s helpers and Political Parlor elves around the state reported in.
Political Parlor’s 12. ACCR and many newspapers – among others – want to see last rites administered to our state’s 1901 Constitution. 11. Jefferson County [...] Posted by Danny, on April 1st, 2008, at 11:23 am
Being that it is a bi-partisan group, I wondered what blue or red songs they might include in their playlist. So here you go… [...] Posted by Danny, on March 14th, 2008, at 11:41 am For ease of viewing the whole list and for future reference, here is our complete list of the Top 40 Most Influential Non-Elected Alabamians that the Parlor has been posting in pieces this [...] Posted by Danny, on March 13th, 2008, at 8:19 amAgain, I am grateful to the many political insiders on both sides of the aisle who freely gave time and input to putting together this list of non-elected Alabamians who most influence Alabama politics and policy. Time and time again I would go back to them, saying, “Help me understand how this person wields [...] Posted by Danny, on March 12th, 2008, at 10:17 amInsiders immersed in Alabama politics helped the Parlor create the list of the Top 40 Most Influential Non-Elected Alabamians in the realm of state politics and policy. Who are the folks who can pick up the ball on a policy proposal and move it down the field? Posted by Danny, on March 11th, 2008, at 9:37 amMany political insiders of all stripes and types helped the Parlor create a list of Alabama’s Most Influential Non-Elected Alabamians in the realm of state politics and policy. These are the folks you most want on your side when you want a champion for your policy idea. The introduction is here, and Part [...] Posted by Danny, on March 10th, 2008, at 9:27 amWho are the most influential, non-elected Alabamians in the realm of Alabama politics and policy? Who can pick up the ball on an idea and move it down the field? Who are the movers and shakers that make things happen? Who has influence and wields it in the arena of politics and policy? Posted by Danny, on March 10th, 2008, at 8:51 amWho are the most influential, non-elected Alabamians in the realm of Alabama politics and policy? Who can pick up the ball on an idea and move it down the field? Who are the movers and shakers that make things happen? Who has influence and wields it in the arena of politics and policy? [...] Posted by Danny, on December 19th, 2007, at 9:49 amSanta’s helpers and Political Parlor elves around the state are reporting back what various folks in Alabama politics have on their Christmas wish lists. Without further ado, we are happy to present the Top Ten Christmas Wishes in Alabama [...] Posted by Danny, on June 25th, 2007, at 2:41 pmBelow is the final list (Political Parlor’s Top 10 15 Most Memorable Moments of Session) gathered in one place. I would have enjoyed getting this out a little quicker without it dragging out as it did, but it’s all here. Click on the #’s of the list to be taken to the original [...] |
Daily Headlines, Saturday, 3/20/2010 Montgomery Advertiser – State’s gambling task force can resume Montgomery Advertiser – Ala. Democrats Bright, Davis to vote against health care bill Montgomery Advertiser – State briefs: Swine flu blamed in 6-year-old’s death Montgomery Advertiser – Court: Challenger rightful Evergreen mayor Montgomery Advertiser – Residents want vote on Pike [...] ChangeI wish my friend Hinton Mitchem godspeed and good luck after his retirement from public service. Hinton, on Monday, announced what many had suspected — he will not seek re-election. I remember meeting Hinton for the first time while I was a student at Auburn University. He served the people of his [...] Ten Minutes in the House, Senate Moves On Here is a quick preview of the upcoming week in Montgomery. This week will be a standard legislative schedule for the House. We will be in session on Tuesday and Thursday with committee meetings scheduled for Wednesday. Back in the Day... Union Avenue in Ozark in the 1920s |
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