Alabama Governor
Doug Jones (D) vs. Tommy Tuberville (R). General election Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
What does a governor do?
Runs the state government. Proposes the state budget, signs or vetoes bills passed by the legislature, and appoints the heads of state agencies. Usually 4 years (2 in NH and VT).
- State budget, schools and Medicaid funding
- Signs or vetoes state laws
- Leads emergency response and the state National Guard
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Doug Jones
Who they are
What they say they'll do
- Lower Costs & Tackle the Affordability Crisis
- Create Jobs Worth Staying For
- Expand Healthcare & Close the Coverage Gap
- Build More Affordable Housing
What they've done
Who funds them
In short
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Tommy Tuberville
Who they are
In their words: “Coach Tommy Tuberville is running for governor of Alabama to fight for President Trump” campaign site
What they say they'll do
- Lower taxes, reduce waste, and bring back manufacturing
- Parents, not the government, should be in charge of their child's education
- Fighting for the unborn
- Supporting our state's agriculture industry
- Putting our veterans first
What they've done
Who funds them
In short
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Where they stand, issue by issue
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What this means: Immediate relief + higher take-home pay so hard work pays off again. Doug’s plan focuses on lowering everyday costs and making government more accountable.source
Over the past four years, I’ve witnessed Democrats recklessly drive up our national debt, raise taxes on hardworking Alabamians, and ship American jobs overseas. President Trump is working hard to dig us out of a hole—and he needs a partner to pick up a shovel.source
What this means: Lower costs, keep rural hospitals open, and bring federal dollars home to strengthen Alabama’s workforce.source
Alabama is a pro-life state and believes, as I do, that every life is sacred and created by God. I took a lot of heat when I stood up to the Biden administration for 11 months over their immoral, taxpayer-funded abortion policy at the Department of Defense.source
As a former educator for 40 years, I know that our kids are the most precious resource we have. When it comes to education, one-size-fits-all doesn’t work. As Governor, I will expand school choice and make sure that parents, not the government, are in charge of their child’s educational future.source
My father was a highly decorated WWII veteran and Purple Heart recipient, and that is why I am so passionate about making sure our veterans get the best care possible. President Trump is off to a good start—veteran unemployment is at its lowest point in history.source
The Biden administration tanked the U.S. farm economy. They signed bad trade deals and even worse regulations, driving farmers out of business. I support President Trump's comprehensive trade reset to ensure that our producers are competing on a level playing field in the global trade market.source
No candidate in this race addresses on their site: Social Security & Medicare, Immigration & the border, Crime & public safety, Guns, Energy & environment, Foreign policy & defense, Elections & government ethics, Housing, Roads, transit & infrastructure.
About this race
No incumbent is on the ballot (open seat). The race is rated solidly Republican. Usually 4 years (2 in NH and VT).
Rating from the Cook Political Report race ratings, Oct 23, 2026. Candidates from the Alabama Secretary of State, state certifications of Democratic, Republican and independent candidates for the Nov. 3, 2026 general election (Aug. 26, 2026).