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Run for Office

Our communities deserve leaders who care, who listen, and who want to create a safe, thriving place to live. Change begins when someone like you decides to try.

All it takes is the first step and...

'We can build a
new kind

of politics.'

-Zohran Mamdani

2026

ELECTION SCHEDULE

Filings & Fees

Deadline: January 23, 2026 @ 5pm

Voter Registration

Primary: Monday April 27, 2026

General Election: Monday October 19, 2026

Primary Election

Date: Tuesday May 19, 2026

Primary Runoff (if needed)

Date: Tuesday June 16, 2026

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General Election

Date: Tuesday November 03, 2026

County Elections

County elections in Baldwin County give you a direct voice in how our community is run. These races decide who manages the county budget, law enforcement, public services, and the schools that serve our neighborhoods. You do not need to wait for state or federal change to make an impact. Learn about the offices that serve you locally, such as sheriff, county commissioner, revenue commissioner, and school board members.

Countywide

Office

Current 
Officeholder

Party

Declared Candidate?

Sheriff

Anthony Lowery

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Coroner

Brian Pierce

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Revenue
Commissioner

Teddy J. Faust Jr.

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County Board of Education

District

Current 
Officeholder

Party

Declared Candidate?

3

Tony Myrick

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5

Jason Woerner

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6

Cecil Christenberry

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County Commission

District

Current 
Officeholder

Party

Declared Candidate?

1

James Ball

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2

Matthew McKenzie

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3

Billie Jo Underwood

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4

Charles (Skip) Gruber

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State Elections

Executive & Administrative

Office

Current 
Officeholder

Party

Declared Candidate?

Governor

Kay Ivey

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Lt Governor

Will Ainsworth

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Attorney General

Steve Marshall

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Secretary of State

Wes Allen

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State Treasurer

Young Boozer

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Auditor

Andrew Sorrell

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Commissioner of AG & Industries

Rick Pate

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Alabama State Senate

District

Current 
Officeholder

Party

Declared Candidate?

22

Greg Albritton

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32

Chris Elliott

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33

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Alabama State House

District

Current 
Officeholder

Party

Declared Candidate?

64

Donna Givens

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65

Brett Easterbrook

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66

Alan Baker

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94

Jennifer Fidler

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95

Francis Holk-Jones

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96

Matt Simpson

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102

Shane Stringer

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Alabama Supreme Court

Seat

Current 
Judge

Party

Declared Candidate?

1

Vacant

2

Brad Mendheim

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8

Greg Shaw

Alabama Civil & Criminal Appeals

Court

Current 
Judge

Party

Declared Candidate?

Civil (4)

Ben Bowden

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Civil (5)

Matt Fridy

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Criminal (4)

Mary Windom

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J. Elizabeth Kellum

Federal Elections

U.S. Senate

Seat

Current 
Officeholder

Party

Declared Candidate?

Class 2

Tommy Tuberville

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U.S. House of Representatives

District

Current 
Officeholder

Party

Declared Candidate?

1

Barry Moore

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Interested In Running?

Time is moving fast, but there is still room to make a difference. Every election is a chance to shape Baldwin County’s future, and our ballots need more voices that truly represent the people who live here. You don’t need political experience, big donors, or powerful endorsements. What matters is your passion and your commitment to making our community stronger and fairer for everyone.

Our Commitment: You will not go through this alone. Whether this is your first time running or you are stepping back into public service, we will be with you every step of the way. From the basics to organizing and reaching voters, our team will provide the tools and guidance you need to succeed.

Even if you are just exploring the idea, we are here to help. 

County Office filing fees are waived for 2026!

01

Confirm Eligibility

For all offices please use AL Secretary of State site

02

Required Forms & Fees

For County Offices contact the Baldwin Democratic Executive Committee 

For State and Federal contact the Alabama State Democratic Headquarters 

03

Filings & Deadlines

Deadline for filings in both County, State and Federal for Alabama is no later than January 23, 2026 @ 5 p.m. central.

For a full list of all filing deadlines contact the appropriate democratic party

 

County: 

State: 

County Office filing fees are waived for 2026!

Have questions or ready to take that first step?

 

Lets connect! Our goal is help guide you through these early decisions, connect you to the right resources, and provide support all the way through election day! 

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