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Democrat Candidate Halves Republican Lead in Alabama—Poll

Democrat Candidate Halves Republican Lead in Alabama—Poll

Summary

In Alabama, Doug Jones, a Democratic politician, is running against Republican Tommy Tuberville for governor. Polls suggest Tuberville leads Jones by 19 points, which is a smaller lead than previous elections.

Key Facts

  • Doug Jones is running for governor in Alabama against Republican Tommy Tuberville.
  • Polling shows Tuberville would win by 19 points, down from the 38-point lead Republicans had in 2022.
  • Alabama has voted for Republican presidential candidates since 1980 and hasn't had a Democratic governor since 1999.
  • Tuberville is expected to get 53% of the vote, while Jones is expected to get 34%.
  • The poll surveyed 605 likely voters between November 12 and 13.
  • The primary elections will be in May 2026, with the gubernatorial election in November 2026.

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