How the embattled town of Brookside unites Democrats and Republicans

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How the embattled town of Brookside unites Democrats and Republicans

The Birmingham Times If global sporting events and new stadiums have united citizens in the regional so has the tiny town of Brookside, located just outside of Birmingham. Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers, and GOP Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth, have said Brookside and towns that use overly aggressive policing to fill their coffers must change. […]

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