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Meet the Candidates

Federal Offices

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US Senator

Everett
Wess

Everett Wess is an attorney and former municipal judge running for the U.S. Senate in 2026. A longtime Alabama public servant, he brings decades of legal experience and is focused on justice, economic opportunity, and healthcare access for working families across the state.

Clyde Jones

US House Rep
1st District

Clyde
Jones

Clyde Jones is a Baldwin County local and an active leader in the Baldwin County Democrats, known for his steady involvement in community organizing and voter engagement. He is running for Alabama’s 1st Congressional District to give South Alabama a strong, people-focused voice in Washington.

State Offices

Governor

Doug
Jones

Doug Jones is a Democratic politician and attorney from Alabama, best known for serving as the state’s U.S. Senator from 2018 to 2021 and for his work as a federal prosecutor earlier in his career. He is running for governor in the 2026 election, emphasizing pragmatic leadership on healthcare.

Lt.Governor

Phillip
Ensler

Phillip Ensler is a Democratic state representative from Montgomery and a lawyer who is running for Lieutenant Governor of Alabama in 2026. He brings legislative experience and a record of working across the aisle to his campaign.

Atty. General

Jeff
McLaughlin

Jeff McLaughlin is a former member of the Alabama House of Representatives and a practicing attorney running as a Democrat for Attorney General in 2026. He brings legislative experience and a long record of public service to his campaign.

Secretary of
State

Wayne
Rogers

Wayne Rogers, an attorney and chair of the Jefferson County Democratic Party, has declared his candidacy for Alabama Secretary of State in 2026. He brings more than 30 years of legal experience and a commitment to improving voter access and public service in the state.

State
Treasurer

Rosilyn
Houston

Rosilyn Houston is a seasoned banking executive and community leader running as a Democrat for Alabama State Treasurer in 2026. She brings decades of leadership experience from the financial sector to her campaign.

State
Auditor

Violet
Edwards

Violet Edwards is a Democratic public official and business leader serving on the Madison County Commission, where she has overseen budgets, managed public resources, and promoted accountability. She plans to bring transparency, fiscal responsibility, and oversight to state government

Commissioner
of Ag & Industries

Ron
Sparks

Ron Sparks is a former Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries who served from 2003 to 2011. He is running again as a Democrat in 2026, bringing prior statewide leadership experience to the race.

Public Service
Commissioner Pl 1

James O.
Gordon

James O. Gordon is a Democratic candidate for Public Service Commissioner, bringing professional experience as a chiropractor and community involvement to the 2026 ballot. He is seeking to serve on the Alabama Public Service Commission in Place 1.

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Public Service
Commissioner Pl 2

Sheila D.
McNeil

Sheila D. McNeil is a Democratic candidate for Alabama Public Service Commission Place 2 in 2026, focused on fair utility rates, reliable service, and transparent regulation. She brings community engagement and leadership experience to her campaign.

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State Senate
District 22

Ashley
Sharpe

Ashley Sharpe is a Baldwin County native with deep multigenerational roots in Alabama and a fresh, forward-looking vision for the state. Her lived experience, strong values, and fresh perspective make her a powerful voice for the people of Senate District 22.

State Senate
District 32

Janet
Appleby

Janet Appleby is a Democratic candidate running for the Alabama State Senate in District 32 in 2026. She brings her community involvement and commitment to representing Baldwin County voters to the campaign.

Vivian Figures

State Senate
District 33

Vivian Davis
Figures

Senator Vivian Davis Figures is a trailblazing Alabama legislator and passionate advocate for children, families, education, and public health. Her decades of service and nationally recognized legislative work have solidified her as one of Alabama’s most influential public servants.

Terri Osborne

State Rep
District 96

Terri
Osborne

Terri Osborne is a professional geologist and community advocate running for Alabama House District 96. A longtime resident of the district, she is focused on affordability, healthcare access, environmental stewardship, and ensuring every family has a strong voice in Montgomery.

AshLeigh Dunham

Supreme Court
Justice Pl 8

Ashleigh Meyer
Dunham

AshLeigh Dunham is a judge and family law attorney running for the Alabama Supreme Court.A longtime champion for fairness and equal access to justice, she is committed to restoring trust in Alabama’s courts by ensuring they serve all citizens, not just the powerful.

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