What People Are Saying…

“Bradley Byrne has led our community college system out of the age of scandal and put it on the path of reform. He deserves the thanks of every taxpayer for working hard to clean up what was a corrupt and wasteful system. He has gotten results.”
Governor Bob Riley, Statement: May 18, 2009

“Bradley Byrne’s tenure as chancellor of Alabama’s two-year college system will be remembered for purging corruption from campuses and re-establishing trust with state taxpayers and students.
…Inheriting a junior college system that was riddled with corruption and scandal, Byrne diligently worked hard to clean the mess. Byrne’s biggest challenge was the fight against double dipping, when lawmakers received pay from both their public duty and a state-funded position like in the junior college system. Dozens of legislators abused the system, either for themselves or relatives…Byrne’s resignation is a loss to the two-year system because he absolutely brought it a long way and did all that could have been asked of him. Byrne’s changes were swift and non-discriminatory.
Whether an abuser of the system was a personal friend in the Legislature or someone he had never met, changes were the same for all parties involved…”
Opelika-Auburn News, Editorial: May 19, 2009

“…During his two-year tenure, Byrne has helped restore credibility to the system, most notably by tackling thorny personnel issues such as legislators on two-year college payrolls. He has worked ably with the school board, stood his ground with lawmakers and turned to the courts in his efforts to put the system on better footing…”
The Birmingham News, Editorial: May 26, 2009

“’I have watched him lead the two-year system back to a position of prominence and sense of pride, and it will be sad to see that gone. But it could be beneficial to see it in a different system in the state,’ said McKinney, who represents Mobile and Baldwin counties on the board.”
Randy McKinney, Vice-President of Alabama State Board of Education:
Mobile Press-Register, May 19, 2009

“We appreciate the job Byrne did in stepping into a scandal-plagued system and getting it turned in the right direction.”
Sand Mountain Reporter, Editorial: May 19, 2009

“Ethics reform that we need: On this, Byrne has it right.”
Anniston Star Headline: November 25, 2009

“He showed a lot of management skill as well as a lot of intestinal fortitude standing up to the AEA, both in the Legislature and in managing the junior college situation. He acted decisively and effectively…From the first time I met Bradley, he impressed me not only as a very intelligent fellow, but as a guy with a lot of integrity. I was delighted when he decided to go into politics. Intelligence and integrity are rare commodities. He has proven that my assessment of him was 100 percent correct.
Howard Bronson
Former Publisher, Mobile Press-Register

ON BRADLEY’S CHARACTER

“If you make me the governor of the state of Alabama, when it comes to ethics reform and when it comes to improving our education system, when it comes to developing our state economically, I will not back down,” Byrne said.
Byrne to Stress Ethics Reform in Gubernatorial Campaign:
Associated Press, May 28, 2009

“In addition to his proven character, courage and intellect…Bradley brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding to the table that no other candidate can match.”
Jimmy Rane: September 9, 2009

“In my mind there are three characteristics which are absolutely necessary in a governor: Integrity—so that the people’s interest remains foremost;
Knowledge and experience in the political system—so that ideas can be turned into accomplishments;
A strong backbone—to withstand the pressures that come with the office and to always do the right thing.
One candidate has these characteristics—Bradley Byrne.”
Rob Houston: Letter to Montgomery Advertiser, December 7, 2009

“Byrne comes across as the guy you immediately trust, because he so clearly knows what he is talking about – but also as a guy you like because he is so palpably sincere.”
From “Alabama Byrne-ing” by Quin Hillyer,
The American Spectator: September 10, 2009

As an Alabama REALTOR® and small business owner, I proudly and wholeheartedly support Bradley Bryne for Governor. I attended and addressed the Alabama State Board of Education concerning the corruption of Double Dipping. If all Alabama citizens could have heard the self-serving statements of the elected officials w…ho wanted to protect their lucrative pay offs with the Double Dipping, they would all be applauding the courageous efforts of Bradley Bryne, Randy McKinney and the School Board members who stood up for ethical and honest principles. Thank You, Bradley. You have my VOTE!
Pam Segars-Morris
Alabama Association of REALTORS®

“Alabama needs strong leadership to look forward to…the man for that job is Bradley Byrne.”
Keith Kelley, President, Alabama Association of Realtors
Announcement of REALTORS® endorsement, December 9, 2009


“Bradley is a problem solver. He looks for the way things should be rather than the way they have always been.
Randy McKinney
Alabama Board of Education

“Bradley Byrne may be a lawyer by vocation, but his calling is public servant. Through two terms each on the Board of Education and in the state Senate, then during the two years he served as chancellor of the two-year college system, Bradley proved himself an excellent steward of taxpayers’ dollars and a staunch supporter of governmental integrity. He’s capable of making tough decisions and will lead our state in a manner that fosters economic growth.”
Jimmy Ray Smith
Jimmy Smith Jewelers, Decatur
Alabama Retail Association Endorsement, January 6, 2010



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Bradley Says:
Great meeting with Associated Builders and Contractors at lunch and subsequent meetings in B'ham on economic development.