Updates

Even after New Year’s celebrations have died down, the beginning of the year is a time to reflect on the past and set goals for the year to come.

It’s been a little over a month since we learned about the death of Kamille “Cupcake” McKinney in Birmingham. That kind of violence against a beautiful child of God is just beyond comprehension.

The holidays bring many traditions in Alabama -- gathering with family and friends, the Iron Bowl, giving thanks for all that we share.

Right now Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and other minority-serving institutions across the country are facing a disastrous financial cliff, all because the Senate has failed to renew $255 million in federal funding for these schools.

There’s been a lot in the news about all kinds of things going on up here in DC, but I want to use this opportunity to make sure you all know that despite all that, my main focus is and always will be working on behalf of the people of Alabama.

This week is Alabama College Application week and I’m proud to be partnering with Alabama Possible and the Alabama Department of Education to encourage high school seniors to apply to Alabama colleges and universities for free.

As so many of us here in Alabama know, college football is more than just a pastime -- it’s our passion.

Over the past year and a half, I’ve spent much of my time traveling across Alabama hearing from folks about how we can improve access to health care in our state.

16 April 1963

My Dear Fellow Clergymen:

Today marks the 51st anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King.

Words always come up short in describing the legacy he left behind and the impact he has had on our country, and today we remember him and his never-ending pursuit of equality and justice.