Alabama Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth has proposed widening I-65 from Tennessee to Mobile Bay to alleviate traffic congestion, marking a rare big idea in a state known for its political stagnation. Ainsworth’s plan, supported by former Manufacture Alabama head George Clark, has sparked interest and enthusiasm from commuters stuck in traffic on the busy interstate. The proposal, which is still in the idea stage, would require billions of dollars and years to complete, but has been met with popular support. The article highlights the lack of big ideas in Alabama politics in recent years, contrasting Ainsworth’s proposal with the lack of significant accomplishments by the state’s past governors. The writer emphasizes the need for leadership with vision and ambition in Alabama politics to address the state’s pressing issues. The article concludes with a call for a governor who can bring fresh ideas and progress to a state that has been mired in lackluster leadership.
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Ainsworth proposes solution for Alabama’s stagnant state, says Whitmire
