Alabama Governor’s Race: Coronation or Crisis | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 29, 2026 · 1m

Alabama’s governor’s race is turning into a coronation for Senator Tommy Tuberville, who’s poised to crush former Senator Doug Jones — but it’s not as simple as it looks. With deep GOP advantages and low primary turnout, the outcome feels predetermined… until you realize voter apathy and lackluster campaigns are making this election feel more like a formality than a fight. Tuberville’s old-school campaigning and Jones’ vague “not-this” messaging aren’t sparking excitement or mobilizing voters. As political winds shift and younger voices push for change, both candidates are stuck offering…