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14 county commissioners, sheriffs endorse Rep. Jerry Carl

Carl is running for re-election in Alabama’s 1st Congressional District.

Congressman Jerry Carl speaks to the Alabama League of Municipalities. Patrick Darrington/APR
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Conservative Republican Jerry Carl announced on Tuesday that he has earned the endorsements of 14 county commissioners and sheriffs in his reelection bid to represent Alabama’s First Congressional District.

“Our county elected officials are on the front lines of keeping our communities safe, secure, and strong. At a time when the far Left wants to defund the police and allow lawlessness to take over, our sheriffs and county commissioners in Alabama are not backing down from the fight. Our county commissioners and county sheriffs are working hand-in-hand to manage the unprecedented growth in south Alabama, all while ensuring our communities continue being the best places to live, work, and raise a family. I love working with these folks on a daily basis, and I’ll always be a strong partner of theirs in Washington,” said Congressman Jerry Carl. 

“Congressman Carl has been a strong supporter of law enforcement, and he has been a constant advocate for the needs of Baldwin County. I’m proud to call him a friend, and he has my full support to continue serving Alabama’s First Congressional District in Congress,” said Baldwin County Sheriff Hoss Mack.

“Congressman Carl has been a friend of mine since before he took office, but most importantly, he has been a friend of Escambia County since day one. He made a promise that he will remember us and fight for us, and that’s exactly what he’s done during his time in Congress. He has my complete and total endorsement as he seeks reelection in Alabama’s First Congressional District,” said Escambia County Sheriff Heath Jackson.

“I am thankful for everything Jerry Carl does for his constituents. I am especially thankful for his unwavering support for law enforcement, the military, and all first responders. We need him to stay in office to continue fighting for our community and our country! He has my full support as he seeks reelection,” said Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch. 

“I appreciate the job Congressman Carl has been doing for us here in south Alabama, and he has my total support in his run for Congress in AL-01,” said Retired Mobile County Sheriff Sam Cochran. 

“I am endorsing Jerry Carl for reelection in Alabama’s First Congressional District. I have worked with Jerry for years and he is a man of his word. I am thankful for his service to this country,” said Baldwin County Commission Chairman Charles (Skip) Gruber. 

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“I support Congressman Jerry Carl in his 2024 campaign. I have known Jerry since he was a County Commissioner, and he represents our area well in Washington,” said Baldwin County Commissioner Jeb Ball. 

“It is my pleasure to endorse Congressman Jerry Carl for reelection in 2024,” said Baldwin County Commissioner Matt McKenzie. 

“Congressman Jerry Carl has my full support for reelection in 2024,” said Baldwin County Commissioner Billie Jo Underwood. 

“I support Congressman Carl because of his genuine concern for the residents of our area and his willingness to listen to the concerns of his constituents,” said Escambia County Commissioner Steve Dickie.

“I appreciate the job Congressman Carl has done for the citizens in Escambia County. As always, he has my total support in 2024,” said Escambia County Commissioner Brandon Smith. 

“I am grateful Congressman Carl is running for reelection in Alabama’s First Congressional District. He has my full support as he continues to represent this district,” said Escambia County Commissioner Larry White.

“I am thankful for all the support Congressman Carl has given to Escambia County, and he’s always looking out for us. He has my full support as he seeks reelection in 2024,” said Escambia County Commissioner Raymond Wiggins.

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“I have known Jerry for many years and consider him a close, personal friend and someone I often depend on for advice. His dedication, honesty, reliability, and work ethic are unmatched. Jerry is passionate about his community and taking care of the people and their needs. I am proud to endorse Congressman Jerry Carl for reelection to Alabama’s First Congressional District,” said Mobile County Commission President Randall Dueitt. 

“Congressman Carl has been a true stalwart in working to support the best interests of south Alabama and the coastal counties. He has certainly earned the opportunity to continue representing Alabama’s First Congressional District in Congress,” said Mobile County Commissioner Connie Hudson. 

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