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Tag: Doug Jones

Charles Barkley

Beyond the hype, some nuggets from the Alabama Senate Race

December 13, 2017 Arthur Lieber 2018 Election, 2020 Election, Democracy, Federalism, Justice, Politics, Uncategorized, Voting/Elections Leave a comment

Remember when Michelle Obama said in 2007, “For the first time in my adult life, I am really proud of my country because it

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Alabama Election

Don’t be Surprised if Doug Jones wins in Alabama

December 12, 2017 Reece Ellis Democracy, Politics, Senate, Voting/Elections Leave a comment

On Tuesday, the people of Alabama will go to the polls and choose a replacement for the senate seat left vacant by beleaguered attorney

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