Doug Jones Rebukes Tuberville Over North Alabama Remarks

Alabama Democratic gubernatorial candidate Doug Jones criticized Republican rival Tommy Tuberville for saying newcomers to North Alabama were taught socialism and communism in government-run schools and needed to be educated. Jones said the remarks insulted residents whose work in defense, space, business and other fields has helped build the region, and argued people who move to Alabama should be welcomed rather than pressured to adopt Tuberville’s beliefs. Republican state Rep. James Lomax also rejected Tuberville’s characterization, saying newcomers strengthen the state. The dispute reflects broader political tensions over North Alabama’s changing electorate.