Alabama Farm Groups Endorse 142 Winners
FarmPAC-backed candidates secured victories across the state, including key statewide offices and congressional seats.
By Harper Collins ·
Alabama FarmPAC-endorsed candidates won 142 of the 150 races in which the organization made recommendations during the November 3 election. The group reported that these victories included 15 statewide contests, six federal House and Senate seats, 118 state legislative positions, and three members of the State Board of Education. Jimmy Parnell, president of the Alabama Farmers Federation, told members on Tuesday that the results affirmed voter support for conservative values despite national trends.
The election returned Tommy Tuberville to the governor's mansion. Parnell stated that the Federation had supported Tuberville early in the campaign and looked forward to collaborating with his administration. The FarmPAC also listed several other high-profile winners on its official roster. These included Katherine Robertson for attorney general, Corey Hill for commissioner of agriculture and industries, and Caroleene Dobson for secretary of state. Barry Moore won a U.S. Senate seat, joining Katie Britt in the federal chamber.
The shift in congressional control presented specific challenges for agricultural policy, according to Parnell. He noted that passing a new farm bill would be more difficult under the new majority. Parnell said the group would work to limit increased regulations and tax hikes. He expressed confidence in the Alabama delegation, specifically citing the presence of Moore and Britt as a strong voice for rural interests in Washington.
The Federation also acknowledged the re-election of U.S. Rep. Shomari Figures. Members appreciated his commitment to farming communities during his acceptance speech. Figures will likely continue serving on the House Agriculture Committee as a Democrat in a majority-controlled chamber. Parnell mentioned that the loss of some conservative state legislators was disappointing, attributing the defeats to changing demographics and straight-ticket voting.
Parnell described the agricultural community as resilient and ready to engage with the new government. He said farmers adapt to changing conditions daily and would now focus on educating newly elected officials. The Federation credited its grassroots members for high voter turnout during the general election. Parnell called the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence a time for citizens to remain active in governance.
The list of FarmPAC-endorsed winners extended to multiple judicial and commission seats. John Wahl won the lieutenant governorship, while Young Boozer and Andrew Sorrell secured the state treasurer and auditor positions, respectively. Three candidates won seats on the Public Service Commission, and six individuals took positions across the state's appellate and supreme courts. The Federation did not endorse candidates for every office, as some races were not contested.
Parnell concluded by emphasizing the ongoing duty of citizens to hold leaders accountable. He stated that the election marked the beginning of a new term for constitutional officers. The Federation pledged to continue advocating for farmers and rural families in both Montgomery and Washington.
