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politics1 year ago

"Figures and Dobson Secure Victory in Alabama's Newly Competitive House District Runoffs"

The Alabama Congressional District 2 race is set between Democrat Shomari Figures and Republican Caroleene Dobson, marking a rare competitive general election contest in the state after a U.S. Supreme Court ruling. Both candidates are under 40 and attorneys, with Figures having ties to the Biden administration and Dobson being a strong supporter of former President Trump. They come from diverse backgrounds and are both parents to young children, making this race one to watch in November.

via AL.com|
#alabama#caroleene-dobson#congressional-district-2
politics1 year ago

"Shomari Figures and Dobson Secure Early Lead in Alabama's Newly Competitive House District Race"

Shomari Figures, an attorney with ties to the Justice Department, secured a convincing win in the 2nd congressional district Democratic runoff election, positioning him as the early favorite to become the first Black Alabamian elected to Congress outside the 7th congressional district. He will face off against conservative attorney Caroleene Dobson in the general election, with political pundits giving Figures the early advantage in a district that leans Democratic. The race is expected to be closely contested, with turnout and candidate quality playing crucial roles in determining the outcome.

via AL.com|
#alabama#caroleene-dobson#congressional-race
politics1 year ago

"Alabama's Historic General Election Matchup Set for New 2nd Congressional District"

CNN projects former US Justice Department official Shomari Figures to win the Democratic primary runoff in Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District, potentially making history with two Black House members from Alabama serving together for the first time. The seat was redrawn under a new map that significantly boosted the district’s Black population, creating a pickup opportunity for Democrats. Figures will face Republican nominee Caroleene Dobson in November, with the potential to join Rep. Terri Sewell as the state's second Black member in Congress. The new district was approved after a three-judge panel's ruling, and former US Attorney General Eric Holder sees it as a step toward progress and increased voter turnout.

via CNN|
#alabama#caroleene-dobson#congressional-district
politics1 year ago

"Figures and Dobson Set for Historic Showdown in Alabama's Redrawn District 2"

Shomari Figures and Caroleene Dobson emerged as the Democratic and Republican nominees, respectively, in the primary runoff for Alabama's redrawn 2nd Congressional District. Figures, a former Obama administration staffer, defeated Alabama House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels, while Dobson, a first-time candidate, bested former state senator Dick Brewbaker. The new map presents a chance for Democrats to flip a Republican seat, with Figures aiming to become the second Black lawmaker and second Democrat in Alabama's seven-member congressional delegation.

via AL.com|
#alabama#caroleene-dobson#congressional-district-2
politics1 year ago

"Alabama's 2nd District Runoff and Super Tuesday: Key Updates and Analysis"

Shomari Figures, a former Justice Department official, and State Representative Anthony Daniels are set to compete in a Democratic primary runoff for Alabama's Second Congressional District, following a Supreme Court ruling that led to the district's reshaping. The district, which now presents an opportunity for Democrats to flip the seat, spans across the state and includes areas with a significant Black population. The runoff elections will be held on April 16, and the newly shaped district could potentially result in Alabama sending two Black representatives to Washington for the first time in its history.

via The New York Times|
#alabama#anthony-daniels#democratic-primary