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John Wahl is an Athens native, a butterfly farmer, and the head of the Alabama Republican Party. He recently condemned a poll placing this state as tied with South Carolina for the fourth worst state in which to live and work (based on four areas). In fact, Wahl openly stated he would like Alabama to be at the top of the worst states to live in these areas.
We're not talking about weather, flora and fauna, friendliness, or any concept that might be subjective. We're talking about four...and only four...areas. Two of the areas are crime and health care which everyone should be concerned about.
That's right, John Wahl has said he would like Alabama to be known for the worst healthcare in the nation, as well as have the highest crime rate. How did this man get to be chairman of a party that controls our legislature? Is he on some pretty hard drugs or only brain damaged?
If you'd like to know more about Wahl, you're going to have a difficult time finding out. Even his exact birth date seems to be shrouded in mystery. Apparently his religion, Anabaptist, has a great disdain for many ordinary customs in today's world. He's against anyone, including police, using facial recognition software - it's the mark of the beast. He's basically a Mennonite sans the beard.
On the subject of healthcare, stray readers often ask why we haven't supported expanding Medicaid. This is actually something we've mentioned several times and greatly support. Just don't expect it to happen if John Wahl has anything to say about it.
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Perhaps the Alabama GOP should reconsider their approach to representing our esteemed state. After reading an article featuring Mr. Wahl, it appears that the primary issue lies in his communication skills. Before I share my thoughts on Mr. Wahl, I'll address some misconceptions.
ReplyDeleteCNBC's understanding of Alabama doesn't seem to match the deep knowledge possessed by its residents. While we may have differing opinions from other states, it's essential to acknowledge the exceptional quality of our medical institutions. UAB in Birmingham commands respect nationwide and attracts patients from across the country. Huntsville Hospital stands as a top-notch regional trauma center, while both UAB and USA boast excellent medical schools. Additionally, Auburn boasts one of the nation's top pharmaceutical schools.
CNBC's assessment seems focused on reproductive care and the ongoing national abortion controversy. While this is a significant issue, it shouldn't be the sole gauge of our state's standing in the nation, as it doesn't represent our overall condition accurately.
The topic of funding medical care, including expanding Medicaid, is also contentious nationwide. While it may cause headaches, it shouldn't define the entire state's identity. However, it's a discussion for another day.
Regarding voting rights, Alabama has had a checkered past, but the current voting process doesn't appear overly burdensome. Perhaps there's room for improvement, but it doesn't seem extraordinarily restrictive.
Mr. Wahl's strategy of embracing controversy and stirring negative emotions may attract some local support, but true progress comes from emphasizing our virtues and attracting business and revenue. Fiscal responsibility and stability are essential for genuine conservatism, rather than relying on trigger words and religious fervency, which is a relatively recent twist on the conservative ideology.
Alabama should take pride in its progress and not strive for negative distinctions. Instead, we must focus on bettering the state and attracting growth and prosperity. Any disagreements should not hinder our shared goal of continuous improvement.
In conclusion, Alabama is a remarkable state with a bright future. We may have differing opinions, but our determination to improve remains unshaken. As for concerns about crime, I'll reserve my thoughts for another time. Let us all work together to make Alabama an even better place to live and thrive.
I agree with most of the points Mr. Daily is making but defying an order from the supreme court and one party rule akin to the Taliban (southern fried version) does not bode well for Alabama. AND then there IS Tommy Turberville! Hang your head, Tom Dooley.
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