Michael Janas, Author at Alabama Political Reporter

Michael Janas

Michael Janas is a professor of communication and media at Samford University. He is a former director of debate at Samford, a two-time coach of the U.S. National Debate Team, and president emeritus of the American Forensic Association. He is also the founder of the Birmingham Area Debate League.

Opinion

Opinion | I’m a debate coach. Here’s what I make of the raucous Birmingham debate

While Tuesday’s debate involving five of the nine mayoral was unlikely to change many votes, it will likely influence voter enthusiasm.

Michael JanasAugust 13, 2025