The Alabama Farmers Federation’s influential political arm, FarmPAC, announced a slate of new endorsements for the Alabama State Board of Education on Tuesday.
The candidates they endorsed include: Jackie Zeigler (R-Mobile, District 1), Tonya Smith Chestnut (D-Selma, District 5), Kelly Mooney (R-Indian Springs, District 3), Allen Long (R-Florence, District 7).
In the group’s announcement, Federation President Jimmy Parnell, along with endorsements, emphasized the importance of providing a quality education for the state’s children.
“We have no greater responsibility than educating our children and preparing them to be productive citizens,” Parnell said. “The Federation is committed to helping young people develop the knowledge, skills and character they need for successful careers which, in turn, will benefit their families, local communities, and the economy.”
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Parnell said the candidates endorsed have the “background and dedication” to help Alabama’s children reach their full potential.
The Alabama State Board of Education is an elected, nine-member body that sets policy for the State of Alabama for K-12 schools.
The 2024 primary election in Alabama will take place on March 5, with primary runoffs being held on April 16. The general election is scheduled for November 5.
The Alabama Farmers Federation is the state’s largest farm organization with around 350,000 members. It is made up of 67 independent county federations serving as a voice for the local agricultural industry.
Austen Shipley is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News.
