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James O. Gordon

Public Service Commissioner, Place 1

2026 Alabama Public Service Commissioner, Place 1 — General Election · November 3, 2026

Published evidence-backed profile

This candidate is listed on an official Alabama sample ballot for November 3, 2026. Sample ballots may be amended and do not establish an individual voter’s precinct-specific ballot.

Last reviewed September 16, 2026

Overview

Current race
2026 Alabama Public Service Commissioner, Place 1 — General Election on November 3, 2026
Official candidacy
Public Service Commissioner, Place 1 · Democratic · Candidate
VerifiedOfficial records: Alabama Secretary of State
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NOVEMBER 3, 2026

FOR PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION, PLACE NO. 1 (Vote for One) JAMES O. GORDON Democrat MATT GENTRY Republican Write-in

Experience

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Alabama House service and campaign account of prior legislation

Source-published biography

Dr. Gordon previously served in the Alabama House of Representatives, representing District 98 from 2006 to 2010, where he advocated for families, consumers, and local communities across the Mobile area. During his time in the legislature, he focused on policies that supported economic opportunity, community development, and improved quality of life for Alabamians. Notably, he was the first legislator to introduce a bill to ban spice or artificial marijuana.

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Dr. Gordon previously served in the Alabama House of Representatives, representing District 98 from 2006 to 2010, where he advocated for families, consumers, and local communities across the Mobile area. During his time in the legislature, he focused on policies that supported economic opportunity, community development, and improved quality of life for Alabamians. Notably, he was the first legislator to introduce a bill to ban spice or artificial marijuana.

Chiropractic practice in Mobile

Source-published biography

As a licensed chiropractor in Alabama, Dr. James O. Gordon has served the Mobile community for more than 30 years through his practice at the Alabama Injury and Pain Clinic, helping thousands of patients recover from injuries and manage chronic pain. He has become a recognizable presence across television, radio, and billboards, establishing himself as a familiar and trusted figure throughout the region.

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As a licensed chiropractor in Alabama, Dr. James O. Gordon has served the Mobile community for more than 30 years through his practice at the Alabama Injury and Pain Clinic, helping thousands of patients recover from injuries and manage chronic pain. He has become a recognizable presence across television, radio, and billboards, establishing himself as a familiar and trusted figure throughout the region.

Seafood distribution and community service

Source-published biography

Dr. Gordon is deeply committed to service. For the past 10 years, he has volunteered with the Alabama Seafood Association to distribute fresh fish to residents in Mobile County and surrounding communities, ensuring that many local families have access to nutritious food. A family man and a Christian, Dr. Gordon believes strongly in faith, service, and giving back to the community that has supported him for decades. He has also served on several boards and community organizations, providing leadership and guidance to initiatives that strengthen the region.

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Dr. Gordon is deeply committed to service. For the past 10 years, he has volunteered with the Alabama Seafood Association to distribute fresh fish to residents in Mobile County and surrounding communities, ensuring that many local families have access to nutritious food. A family man and a Christian, Dr. Gordon believes strongly in faith, service, and giving back to the community that has supported him for decades. He has also served on several boards and community organizations, providing leadership and guidance to initiatives that strengthen the region.

Local business ownership

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In addition to his healthcare practice, Dr. Gordon is a local entrepreneur, owning and operating several businesses that contribute to the economic growth and vitality of the community.

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In addition to his healthcare practice, Dr. Gordon is a local entrepreneur, owning and operating several businesses that contribute to the economic growth and vitality of the community.

Positions and priorities

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Make Utilities Fair, Transparent, and Consumer-Focused

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Use the Public Service Commission to promote fair, transparent utility regulation in the interest of everyday Alabama consumers.

  • Center consumer protection and public accountability.
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Address Unaffordable Household Power Bills

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FactVote summary · Goal / Priority

Make household utility affordability a central Public Service Commission concern.

  • Scrutinize high monthly power bills and the distribution of utility costs.
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Help Small Cities Locate Grants for Sidewalks, Trails, and Transit

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FactVote summary · Policy

Use the commissioner's convening and advocacy role to help small cities find grants for sidewalks, bike trails, nature trails, and community bus service.

  • Do not imply that the Public Service Commission itself awards those grants.
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Public record

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Complete public-action archive

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Sources

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  1. Election record

    2026 Alabama election record — James O. Gordon

    Alabama Secretary of State

    Open Alabama Secretary of State
  2. Candidate-owned primary source

    James O. Gordon — candidate-owned primary source

    James O. Gordon campaign

    Open James O. Gordon campaign

    Link checked September 14, 2026.

  3. GOVERNMENT_CAMPAIGN_FINANCE_SEARCH

    James O. Gordon — Alabama candidate-finance search

    Alabama Secretary of State

    Open Alabama Secretary of State
  4. Election record

    2026 Alabama general-election sample ballot — Baldwin County

    Alabama Secretary of State

    Open Alabama Secretary of State

    Link checked September 14, 2026.

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