Alabama Politics This Week

This week, Josh Moon and David Person talk insights from an environmental justice meeting, the political campaign of Caroleene Dobson, and the implications of historical family legacies on current race relations. State Rep. Chris England joins the show to discuss key legislative issues in Alabama, focusing on online sales tax, education funding, criminal justice oversight, and the

This week, Josh and David discuss the ongoing challenges of voter suppression in the state, which always seems to come from Republicans. They delve into the implications of photo ID laws and the broader political landscape surrounding voting rights. Nicholas Perkins discusses the tragic death of his brother, Steve Perkins, at the hands of Decatur police, and the subsequent communit

This week, Josh Moon and David Person discuss the pressing issue of gun violence in Alabama, reflecting on societal attitudes towards firearms and the lack of respect for life. Sheriff Derek Cunningham discusses the challenges faced by law enforcement in Alabama, particularly regarding the rise of Glock switches that convert firearms into automatic weapons. Finally, Josh and Dav

In this episode of Alabama Politics This Week, Josh Moon and David Person delve into the toxic political rhetoric surrounding Donald Trump and its implications for American politics, particularly within the Republican Party. Celsa Stallworth from the SPLC's Alabama Office and Carlos Javier Torres from the Hispanic and Immigrant Center of Alabama join the show to talk about the

Josh and David discuss the first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. They also talk about the impact of endorsements from celebrities like Taylor Swift and the potential outcome of the election. Was the debate a turning point in the election? State Rep. Phillip Ensler zooms in to discuss his thoughts on the first presidential debate, and he also talks about

This week, Josh and David discuss various topics including the turnaround of Alabama State University under Quentin Ross, the importance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and the impact of name, image, and likeness (NIL) payments on college athletics. Then, the SPLC's Brandon Jones discusses the recent polling in Alabama's CD2 race. He highlights the increase

This week, the controversial political statements made by Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl and the impact it may have on recruiting. Josh also dislikes social media and its negative effects on communication and society. In the guest segment, Alabama House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels discusses the recent city elections in Huntsville. Then, the overtime tax bill, which repeals

This week, Josh and David discuss the contrast between the Republican and Democratic National Conventions — and the speeches by Barack and Michelle Obama, emphasizing their aspirational messages and the need for unity and acceptance. Then, the SPLC's Jerome Dees joins the show to explain the Alabama Voting Rights Act (SB7) and the need for voting rights legislation in the st

This week, Josh and David dive into an ongoing dispute between the Alabama Democratic Party and national Democratic Party over the selection of delegates for the Democratic National Convention, where Vice President Kamala Harris will be nominated next week. The Alabama Democratic Party chairman claims that the DNC's selection of delegates is racially motivated, going so far as

This week, Josh and David are back, and they delve into various political topics, including David's recent health scare, the start of the school year, Vice President Kamala Harris's popularity, and Trump's unusual behavior. They also explore the significance of diversity, equity, and inclusion, while criticizing the lack of policy proposals from Trump’s camp. Shomari