<p> This week, Josh Moon and David Person discuss the pressing issue of gun violence in Alabama, reflecting on societal attitudes towards firearms and the lack of respect for life. Sheriff Derek Cunningham discusses the challenges faced by law enforcement in Alabama, particularly regarding the rise of Glock switches that convert firearms into automatic weapons. Finally, Josh and David discuss the historic election of Michelle Watkins as the first black woman on the Huntsville City Council. They explore the implications of her victory on local power dynamics and the challenges she may face.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>About Our Sponsor</strong></p> <p>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&#39;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.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Send us a question</strong></p> <p>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 apwproducer@gmail.com. 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.</p> <p><strong>Music credits</strong></p> <p>Music courtesy of Mr. Smith via the Free Music Archive: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/mr-smith/discography </p>

Alabama Politics This Week

Alabama Politics This Week

Weapons of Mass Destruction (w/ Montgomery Sheriff Derrick Cunningham)

SEP 27, 202486 MIN
Alabama Politics This Week

Weapons of Mass Destruction (w/ Montgomery Sheriff Derrick Cunningham)

SEP 27, 202486 MIN

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<p> This week, Josh Moon and David Person discuss the pressing issue of gun violence in Alabama, reflecting on societal attitudes towards firearms and the lack of respect for life. Sheriff Derek Cunningham discusses the challenges faced by law enforcement in Alabama, particularly regarding the rise of Glock switches that convert firearms into automatic weapons. Finally, Josh and David discuss the historic election of Michelle Watkins as the first black woman on the Huntsville City Council. They explore the implications of her victory on local power dynamics and the challenges she may face.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>About Our Sponsor</strong></p> <p>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&#39;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.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Send us a question</strong></p> <p>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.</p> <p><strong>Music credits</strong></p> <p>Music courtesy of Mr. Smith via the Free Music Archive: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/mr-smith/discography </p>