Gadsden's Growth vs. Equity Debate | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 24, 2026 · 1m

Gadsden voters face a pivotal choice between incumbent Mayor Craig Ford and challenger Thomas Worthy, as the city’s future hinges on growth strategy, neighborhood equity, and fiscal responsibility. Ford touts economic wins like MINT’s arrival and increased revenue, framing his leadership as successful in attracting jobs and boosting public safety. Worthy counters with a call for balanced, neighborhood-first development, demanding road repairs, equitable funding, and an audit of city debt — arguing that foundational infrastructure and local entrepreneurs deserve priority over big…