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John Wahl

Lieutenant Governor

2026 Alabama Lieutenant Governor — General Election · November 3, 2026

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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 Lieutenant Governor — General Election on November 3, 2026
Official candidacy
Lieutenant Governor · Republican · Candidate
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NOVEMBER 3, 2026

FOR LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR (Vote for One) PHILLIP ENSLER Democrat JOHN WAHL Republican Write-in

Experience

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Early life in north Alabama

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Born in Athens and raised in rural north Alabama, John grew up immersed in the values of faith, family, and freedom. He learned early the importance of hard work and personal responsibility while helping on the family farm. A lifelong outdoorsman, he enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, and has traveled to all 50 states.

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Born in Athens and raised in rural north Alabama, John grew up immersed in the values of faith, family, and freedom. He learned early the importance of hard work and personal responsibility while helping on the family farm. A lifelong outdoorsman, he enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, and has traveled to all 50 states.

Butterfly farming and industry service

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His farm supplies over 50,000 butterflies annually to exhibits across North America. His work has been featured in multiple national outlets, and he has served on the board of directors for the International Butterfly Breeders Association.

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His farm supplies over 50,000 butterflies annually to exhibits across North America. His work has been featured in multiple national outlets, and he has served on the board of directors for the International Butterfly Breeders Association.

Alabama Republican Party roles

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In 2012, he was selected to serve as Field Director for the Alabama Republican Party, and just two years later was elected to its State Executive Committee. Over the next decade, he rose through the ranks—ultimately becoming Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party in 2021.

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In 2012, he was selected to serve as Field Director for the Alabama Republican Party, and just two years later was elected to its State Executive Committee. Over the next decade, he rose through the ranks—ultimately becoming Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party in 2021.

Alabama Public Library Service board appointment

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In 2023, Governor Kay Ivey appointed John to the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) Board.

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In 2023, Governor Kay Ivey appointed John to the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) Board.

John’s Thoughts on The Future of Alabama

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While still in high school, John turned a passion into a business—launching what would become one of the nation’s largest professional butterfly farms located in western Limestone County. His farm supplies over 50,000 butterflies annually to exhibits across North America. His work has been featured in multiple national outlets, and he has served on the board of directors for the International Butterfly Breeders Association. John often describes butterfly farming as “one of the most beautiful job opportunities,” contrasting it with the intensity of political life.

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While still in high school, John turned a passion into a business—launching what would become one of the nation’s largest professional butterfly farms located in western Limestone County. His farm supplies over 50,000 butterflies annually to exhibits across North America. His work has been featured in multiple national outlets, and he has served on the board of directors for the International Butterfly Breeders Association. John often describes butterfly farming as “one of the most beautiful job opportunities,” contrasting it with the intensity of political life.

John’s Thoughts on The Future of Alabama

Candidate-stated

But politics has always been a calling. As a teenager, John was already knocking on doors for Republican candidates. He went on to become a grassroots leader, and led multiple conservative groups that stood for lower taxes and limited government. In 2012, he was selected to serve as Field Director for the Alabama Republican Party, and just two years later was elected to its State Executive Committee. Over the next decade, he rose through the ranks—ultimately becoming Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party in 2021.

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But politics has always been a calling. As a teenager, John was already knocking on doors for Republican candidates. He went on to become a grassroots leader, and led multiple conservative groups that stood for lower taxes and limited government. In 2012, he was selected to serve as Field Director for the Alabama Republican Party, and just two years later was elected to its State Executive Committee. Over the next decade, he rose through the ranks—ultimately becoming Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party in 2021.

Positions and priorities

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Where John Stands

Candidate position

Our liberties don’t come from government — they come from our Creator. John Wahl believes the Constitution exists to protect our God-given rights, not to give bureaucrats more power over our lives. Whether it’s your freedom of speech, freedom of religion, or your right to live without government overreach, John will always defend the foundational principles that made this nation great. He will apologetically fight to ensure that government serves the people, not the other way around.

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Our liberties don’t come from government — they come from our Creator. John Wahl believes the Constitution exists to protect our God-given rights, not to give bureaucrats more power over our lives. Whether it’s your freedom of speech, freedom of religion, or your right to live without government overreach, John will always defend the foundational principles that made this nation great. He will apologetically fight to ensure that government serves the people, not the other way around.

Where John Stands

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Alabama’s working families deserve economic opportunities, not government roadblocks. John Wahl supports pro-growth policies that reduce red tape, attract new businesses, and empower entrepreneurs. He believes in creating a climate where small businesses can thrive and workers can earn a good living. John will fight for job training programs, workforce development, and support energy independence to help Alabama compete — and win — in the national economy.

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Alabama’s working families deserve economic opportunities, not government roadblocks. John Wahl supports pro-growth policies that reduce red tape, attract new businesses, and empower entrepreneurs. He believes in creating a climate where small businesses can thrive and workers can earn a good living. John will fight for job training programs, workforce development, and support energy independence to help Alabama compete — and win — in the national economy.

John’s Thoughts on The Future of Alabama

Candidate position

“Our campaign is about fighting to defend our God-given rights, restore limited government, and put Alabama families first again. That means working with Donald Trump to secure our borders, strengthening election integrity, protecting life, and pushing back against the woke agenda. We will champion economic freedom, parental rights, and law and order — because government should work for the people, not the other way around.

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“Our campaign is about fighting to defend our God-given rights, restore limited government, and put Alabama families first again. That means working with Donald Trump to secure our borders, strengthening election integrity, protecting life, and pushing back against the woke agenda. We will champion economic freedom, parental rights, and law and order — because government should work for the people, not the other way around.

Where John Stands

Candidate position

A nation without borders is not a nation. Illegal immigration strains our communities, endangers public safety, and undermines the rule of law. John Wahl strongly supports President Trump’s plan to secure the southern border, finish the wall, and stop illegal immigration once and for all. He will work to ensure Alabama is never a sanctuary for criminal activity and that our state stands strong for law and order.

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A nation without borders is not a nation. Illegal immigration strains our communities, endangers public safety, and undermines the rule of law. John Wahl strongly supports President Trump’s plan to secure the southern border, finish the wall, and stop illegal immigration once and for all. He will work to ensure Alabama is never a sanctuary for criminal activity and that our state stands strong for law and order.

Where John Stands

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Education should be about academic excellence, not political indoctrination. John Wahl believes in returning control of our schools to parents and local teachers where it belongs. He supports school choice, so families can decide what’s best for their children – not government bureaucrats. John believes it’s time to get red-tap out of the classroom and supports Donald Trump’s efforts to abolish the Federal Department of Education. He’s committed to getting back to the basics: reading, writing, math, history, and civics — not critical race theory, gender ideology, or social activism. John will fight to make sure Alabama classrooms are places of learning, not political battlegrounds.

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Education should be about academic excellence, not political indoctrination. John Wahl believes in returning control of our schools to parents and local teachers where it belongs. He supports school choice, so families can decide what’s best for their children – not government bureaucrats. John believes it’s time to get red-tap out of the classroom and supports Donald Trump’s efforts to abolish the Federal Department of Education. He’s committed to getting back to the basics: reading, writing, math, history, and civics — not critical race theory, gender ideology, or social activism. John will fight to make sure Alabama classrooms are places of learning, not political battlegrounds.

Where John Stands

Candidate position

John Wahl is a lifelong defender of the Second Amendment. He believes the right to bear arms is essential to liberty and security — not just for hunting or sport, but as a constitutional safeguard. John will oppose any attempt to infringe on your rights and support legislation that strengthens and protects your ability to defend yourself and your family.

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John Wahl is a lifelong defender of the Second Amendment. He believes the right to bear arms is essential to liberty and security — not just for hunting or sport, but as a constitutional safeguard. John will oppose any attempt to infringe on your rights and support legislation that strengthens and protects your ability to defend yourself and your family.

Where John Stands

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Our children deserve innocence, not indoctrination. John Wahl is committed to keeping radical, left-wing ideology out of Alabama classrooms and public institutions. He will oppose efforts to introduce gender confusion, racial division, and sexualized content to our youth. John will fight to ensure that schools and public policy reflect the values of Alabama families — not the agenda of Washington activists.

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Our children deserve innocence, not indoctrination. John Wahl is committed to keeping radical, left-wing ideology out of Alabama classrooms and public institutions. He will oppose efforts to introduce gender confusion, racial division, and sexualized content to our youth. John will fight to ensure that schools and public policy reflect the values of Alabama families — not the agenda of Washington activists.

Where John Stands

Candidate position

No government should dictate your personal medical decisions. John Wahl believes in informed consent, individual liberty, and protecting your right to choose what’s best for your health and your family. He stood strong against unconstitutional mandates during the COVID 19 pandemic and will continue fighting to keep government out of your doctor’s office and your private choices.

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No government should dictate your personal medical decisions. John Wahl believes in informed consent, individual liberty, and protecting your right to choose what’s best for your health and your family. He stood strong against unconstitutional mandates during the COVID 19 pandemic and will continue fighting to keep government out of your doctor’s office and your private choices.

Where John Stands

Candidate position

Safe communities are the foundation of a strong society. John Wahl supports our law enforcement officers and believes in holding criminals accountable. He will work to make every one of our communities is safer, and expand resources for local police and first responders. John also supports measures to combat human trafficking and protect our most vulnerable citizens.

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Safe communities are the foundation of a strong society. John Wahl supports our law enforcement officers and believes in holding criminals accountable. He will work to make every one of our communities is safer, and expand resources for local police and first responders. John also supports measures to combat human trafficking and protect our most vulnerable citizens.

Defending Your Rights and Freedom

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Supports limited government and strong protections for freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and individual liberty.

  • Says government should serve the people rather than expand bureaucratic power.
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Defending Your Rights and Freedom

Economy and Jobs

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Supports reducing red tape, attracting businesses, expanding job training and workforce development, and promoting energy independence.

  • Frames the package as a pro-growth strategy for small businesses and workers.
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Economy and Jobs

Tax Relief for Alabama Citizens

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Supports cutting wasteful spending, balancing government budgets, and providing tax relief to Alabama residents.

  • Points to his support for reducing the state grocery tax as part of his record.
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Tax Relief for Alabama Citizens

Securing the Border

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Supports completing the southern border wall, reducing illegal immigration, and preventing Alabama from becoming a sanctuary jurisdiction.

  • Links the position to public safety and rule-of-law concerns.
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Securing the Border

Election Integrity

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Supports post-election audits, voting-machine accountability, and election procedures intended to ensure accurate counting of legal votes.

  • Says election administration should be secure, transparent, and trusted.
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Election Integrity

Improving Education

Candidate position
FactVote summary · Policy

Supports parental and local control of schools, school choice, less classroom regulation, and a curriculum focused on core academic subjects.

  • Also supports abolishing the federal Department of Education and opposes critical race theory, gender ideology, and political activism in classrooms.
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Improving Education

Defending the Second Amendment

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Supports gun rights and legislation that protects the ability of individuals to own firearms for self-defense.

  • Describes the Second Amendment as a constitutional safeguard for liberty and security.
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Defending the Second Amendment

Standing Up for Life

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Supports policies that restrict abortion, assist expectant mothers, and promote adoption.

  • States that unborn children should receive legal protection.
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Standing Up for Life

Protecting Children from Woke Policies

Candidate position
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Opposes gender-identity, race-based political, and sexualized content in Alabama schools and public institutions.

  • Says schools and public policy should reflect the values of Alabama families.
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Protecting Children from Woke Policies

Standing for Alabama’s Farmers

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Prioritizes advocacy for Alabama farmers and agricultural communities.

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Standing for Alabama’s Farmers

Supporting Veterans

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Supports veterans’ healthcare, education benefits, job opportunities, reduced VA red tape, and expanded services.

  • Frames the priority around delivering benefits and services earned through military service.
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Supporting Veterans

Medical Freedom

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Opposes government mandates over personal medical decisions and supports informed consent and individual choice.

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Medical Freedom

Crime and Public Safety

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Supports law enforcement, stronger accountability for violent offenders, more resources for police and first responders, and measures to combat human trafficking.

  • Frames public safety as a core responsibility of government.
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Crime and Public Safety

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Sources

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  1. Election record

    2026 Alabama election record — John Wahl

    Alabama Secretary of State

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

    John Wahl — candidate-owned primary source 1

    John Wahl campaign

    Open John Wahl campaign

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  3. Candidate-owned primary source

    John Wahl — candidate-owned primary source 2

    John Wahl campaign

    Open John Wahl campaign

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  4. Candidate-owned primary source

    John Wahl — candidate-owned primary source 3

    John Wahl campaign

    Open John Wahl campaign

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  5. GOVERNMENT_CAMPAIGN_FINANCE_SEARCH

    John Wahl — Alabama candidate-finance search

    Alabama Secretary of State

    Open Alabama Secretary of State
  6. 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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