Alabama Farmers Federation today congratulated FarmPAC-endorsed candidates for hard-fought success in Tuesday’s primary elections.
Candidates supported by the organization won or advanced to June 21 runoffs in all but one statewide, congressional or State Board of Education race. County members’ picks for the Alabama Legislature prevailed in at least 86% of contested races, with a few still too close to call.
Federation President Jimmy Parnell said Gov. Kay Ivey’s decisive victory over eight Republican challengers and millions of dollars in attack ads speaks to voters’ confidence in her leadership.
Katie Britt’s double-digit advantage over her nearest opponent for U.S. Senate demonstrates the importance of connecting with grassroots organizations, Parnell added. The runoff election is June 21.
“No candidate has worked harder than Katie Britt to earn our members’ votes,” he said. “She’s visited all 67 counties — many multiple times. Katie has been in our members’ fields, homes, churches and local businesses. She shares their values and understands their needs. Our farmers are excited about sending Katie to Washington and are committed to working the next four weeks to help her win the Republican runoff.”
