Alabama families are feeling it right now. The cost of everyday life has gone up, from groceries and gas to healthcare and housing, and too many people feel like they are working harder just to keep up. At the same time, there is a growing sense that government is not always focused on the things that matter most to the people it serves. Families deserve leadership that understands those challenges and is committed to making life easier, not harder.
Dr. Stewart Tankersley is running for Lieutenant Governor because he has spent his life working directly with people and seeing these challenges up close. As a physician, he has sat across from families making difficult decisions about their health and finances. As a veteran, he has led under pressure and understands responsibility and service.
And as a member of the Alabama Ethics Commission, he has seen firsthand the importance of accountability and trust in government.
He approaches leadership the same way he has approached medicine for decades: listen carefully, understand the problem, and take responsible action. That means focusing on real issues that affect everyday life, lowering costs where possible, strengthening communities, and ensuring government works the way it should.
Below are the key issues shaping Dr. Tankersley’s campaign and his vision for a stronger, more affordable Alabama:
Cost of Living
Making life more affordable for Alabama families by lowering costs and ensuring responsible government spending.
Jobs and Economic Opportunity
Expanding job growth, supporting small businesses, and strengthening Alabama’s economy.
Gas Tax Relief
Reducing pressure at the pump while ensuring infrastructure funding is used responsibly.
Accountability and Ethics
Restoring trust through transparency, oversight, and responsible leadership.
Healthcare Freedom and Medical Choice
Protecting the doctor-patient relationship and reducing unnecessary government interference.
Education and Parental Rights
Empowering parents and strengthening schools with a focus on academic excellence and real-world readiness.
College Affordability and Workforce Developement
Making higher education more affordable while expanding career and technical opportunities.
Public Safety and Law Enforcement
Supporting law enforcement and ensuring safe communities across Alabama.
Lottery and Gambling
Taking a cautious, responsible approach that prioritizes families and long-term economic stability.
Religious Liberty
Protecting the freedom to live and practice faith without government interference.
Election Integrity
Ensuring fair, secure, and transparent elections.
Agriculture and Rural Alabama
Supporting farmers, strengthening rural communities, and protecting Alabama’s agricultural heritage.