Governor Bentley Issues Statement in Response to Clinton Criticism

MONTGOMERY—Governor Bentley on Saturday issued a statement in response to Hillary Clinton’s criticism over the closure of 31 ALEA driver license offices around the state.

“It seems Mrs. Clinton isn’t as well versed in Alabama’s budgeting process as she is in exploiting a situation for her personal political gain. If she were, she would know the closure of 31 Alabama Driver’s License offices is based on a shortfall in funds appropriated by the state Legislature to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. To claim this decision is based on race is  absolutely not true. Suggesting otherwise should be considered an effort to promote a political agenda, an area where Mrs. Clinton has often clearly demonstrated her expertise.

Alabama will continue to work toward solutions to solve our budget shortfalls. Meanwhile Mrs. Clinton can work to solve our country’s $18 Trillion debt, in the unfortunate event she is elected President.”