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University of Alabama Student Publications Appeal Ruling Over First Amendment Rights

An appeal requesting the overturning of a ruling by a lower federal court was filed on Wednesday, August 26, in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit by University of Alabama (UA) student plaintiffs involving the upholding of the permanent discontinuance of Nineteen Fifty-Six and Alice, two student-led publications. According to the Alabama Political Reporter, the fight has only just begun. In December of 2025, the university notified both publications to cease operations immediately due to anti-DEI […]

2026 Midterms: Historic Political Races to Watch

The 2026 midterm elections will put more than control of Congress on the line. For Black voters, the Nov. 3 election could determine whether the number of Black lawmakers grows, shrinks or remains relatively stable after redistricting battles, court decisions and a wave of candidates seeking historically significant statewide offices.  The gubernatorial contests are especially […]