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In reply to the discussion: The Loss of Space Command Headquarters Brings an Alabama City Down to Earth [View all]DFW
(56,897 posts)34. Beyond the control of Alabama's Democrats, anyway
If the majority of Alabamas voters prefer an ignorant, half-literate football coach to a competent legislator for the sole reason that he had an R before his name, then the whole state suffers the consequences.
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The Loss of Space Command Headquarters Brings an Alabama City Down to Earth [View all]
douglas9
Aug 2023
OP
"Political reasons beyond their control?" They voted for the asshole, they elected him
Walleye
Aug 2023
#5
I guess they have to choose between their desire for prosperity in their hatred of Democrats
Walleye
Aug 2023
#11
They might want to start by not re-electing that dumb SOB Tommy Potatoville.
Crowman2009
Aug 2023
#10
"questioning whether their city was passed over for political reasons beyond their control. "
Ferrets are Cool
Aug 2023
#12