Learning, Polling and Rambling (w/SPLC's Brandon Jones)

This week, Josh and David discuss various topics including the turnaround of Alabama State University under Quentin Ross, the importance of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and the impact of name, image, and likeness (NIL) payments on college athletics. Then, the SPLC's Brandon Jones discusses the recent polling in Alabama's CD2 race. He highlights the increase in enthusiasm among voters and the impact of the top of the ticket on down-ballot races. They also discuss the importance of voter turnout and the challenges faced in getting people to vote. Finally, David and Josh discuss two proposed bills in Alabama: an anti-vaping law and a bill to raise the online sales tax for education. And this week's rightwing nut of the week. About Our Sponsor: Alabama Politics This Week is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠Wind Creek Hospitality⁠⁠⁠. Gaming is the heart of Wind Creek Hospitality, but they offer so much more. Wind Creek's 10 distinct properties in the U.S. and Caribbean — including four in Alabama — provide world-class entertainment, dining, hotel stays, amenities and activities. As the principal gaming and hospitality entity for the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, Wind Creek continues to grow and offer guests luxurious destinations and opportunities for escape. Send us a question: We take a bit of time each week to answer questions from our audience about Alabama politics — or Alabama in general. If you have a question about a politician, a policy, or a trend — really anything — you can shoot us an email at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠. You can also send it to us on ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠. Or by emailing us a voice recording to our email with your question, and we may play it on air. Either way, make sure you include your name (first name is fine) and the city or county where you live. About APW: APW is a weekly Alabama political podcast hosted by Josh Moon and David Person, two longtime Alabama political journalists. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts or watch on Youtube. Music credits: Music courtesy of Mr. Smith via the Free Music Archive. Visit ⁠⁠⁠Mr. Smith's page here.