Behind the debate about the recycling label on your milk carton
In Sacramento, there’s an ongoing debate about whether various drink cartons—like those used for milk, juice, soup, wine, and even egg whites—should be allowed to display recycled labels featuring the chase arrows. Earlier this year, CalRecycle, the state’s recycling authority, decided that cartons likely weren’t eligible because most waste companies in California do not sort […]
Stockard campaigning: Tennessee governor candidate seeking debate
Senators Blackburn and Rose Gear Up for Governor’s Race U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn is currently leading the race for the Republican governor nomination in Tennessee, holding a significant 52-point lead over Rep. John Rose, according to a recent survey. Interestingly, there’s chatter among locals about Blackburn’s presence, especially since Rose’s campaign also claimed he outperformed […]
Candidates for mayor of Orange Beach exchange criticisms during debate
Debate Between Mayor Tony Kennon and Councilor Jeff Boyd In a debate held by 1819 News, incumbent Mayor Tony Kennon faced off against Councilor Jeff Boyd on Tuesday evening. Boyd criticized Kennon, portraying him as a domineering figure whose actions have led to legal troubles for the city and hindered possible partnerships. Kennon responded by […]
As a debate coach, here’s my take on the lively Birmingham debate.
Political Debate Overview In the study of political debates, there’s a common belief that these events rarely shift opinions significantly. More often, they reflect and perhaps amplify the enthusiasm—or lack thereof—of voters for their chosen candidates. The debate that took place on Tuesday featured five of the nine mayors and is generally not expected to […]
Biden’s Assistant Attributes President’s Debate Struggles to His Stutter During Oversight Hearing
Insights from White House Adviser on Biden’s Debate Performance Bruce Reid, a key adviser at the White House, recently informed House investigators that former President Joe Biden’s performance during a challenging debate stemmed from his extensive experience. Reid, who was the deputy chief of staff for policy, shared this perspective in a detailed interview with […]
State Representative Barbara Drummond invites other candidates for Mobile mayor to a debate
Mobile Mayor’s Race Heats Up D-Mobile State Assemblyman Barbara Drummond is taking her opponent in the upcoming mayoral election to task. “Being mayor isn’t just about a brief TV ad funded by outside interests,” she remarked in a statement on Wednesday. “It’s about stepping up, fielding tough questions, outlining clear paths forward, and leading based […]
Chris Cillizza Critiques Hunter Biden’s Explanation for His Father’s Debate Issues
Hunter Biden’s Comments Under Fire Chris Cillizza, a political analyst, expressed on Tuesday that Hunter Biden was not truthful regarding his father’s, Joe Biden’s, performance in June 2024. During a recent interview, Hunter claimed that his father seemed fatigued due to an intense schedule and the use of Ambien, suggesting he looked like a “deer […]
Megyn Kelly and Ben Shapiro Debate Their High-Level Sources on the Epstein Case
On a recent podcast episode, Megyn Kelly of Siriusxm and Ben Shapiro from Daily Wire engaged in a heated discussion. The topic? The resurgence of public protests against Jeffrey Epstein, especially following a note from the Department of Justice (DOJ) which claimed there was no evidence of a “client list” or foul play surrounding his […]
The debate over fluoride in Madison’s water supply reaches city hall
During the Madison City Council meeting on Monday night, over 20 residents voiced their opinions after it was announced that Madison Utility would stop adding fluoride to the city’s water supply. A significant number of the speakers—nearly two to one—expressed concerns about public health in opposing the utility’s decision. Meanwhile, some praised the halt on […]
Samford University cancels Creekside development project, resolving debate in Homewood
Withdrawal of Controversial Creekside Development Proposal The contentious development proposal in Homewood has officially come to an end. On Thursday, representatives from Samford University, alongside Landmark Development and Johnson Control, announced their decision to withdraw all rezoning applications and development plans for the intended Creekside West and East projects. The Creekside proposal, which aimed to […]