Featured Opinion Opinion | Hypocrisy exposed: Lawmaker’s texts on “Sugar Baby” site amid crackdown on porn This incident is emblematic of the disconnect between the public personas our politicians cultivate and their private endeavors. Bill BrittMarch 21, 2024
Corruption John Rogers, longest serving Alabama Democrat, to plead guilty to federal charges, resign Rogers has signed a plea agreement admitting to his role in a kickback scheme. Josh MoonMarch 12, 2024
Legislature Analysis: Bill to overhaul Ethics Act risks boosting corruption, weakens oversight This change would fundamentally undermine the Ethics Commission's independence, compromising its ability to function. Bill BrittFebruary 19, 2024
Courts More federal charges for Rep. John Rogers For the first time, Rogers is alleged to have received kickback money from grants he awarded. Josh MoonFebruary 5, 2024
Featured Opinion Opinion | Alabama ethics law rewrite: A dangerous step toward legal corruption Recent attempts to rewrite the ethics code have only furthered concerns about its dilution. Bill BrittNovember 16, 2023
Courts Hanceville mayor indicted for misusing office The longtime mayor of Hanceville, a former police officer, was indicted on 15 counts of using his office for personal gain. Josh MoonNovember 8, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | John Rogers is in jail. Why isn’t Donald Trump? If John Rogers is in jail for witness tampering, why isn't Donald Trump? Josh MoonNovember 3, 2023
Legislature Legislature passes bill opening ethics complaints to respondents Concerns arose in both chambers that the act would reveal complainants’ identities to respondents. Samuel StettheimerJune 7, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | Lessons in corruption, Black history, and freedom of expression Allegations of political corruption can afflict any politician, regardless of party. David PersonJune 6, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Senator consolidates more power under SB101 SB101 is not about being fiscally conservative but controlling vast cash resources to consolidate power. Bill BrittMay 30, 2023