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Doug Jones concedes in closest Alabama gubernatorial race since 2002

States Newsroom · November 4, 2026

Democratic gubernatorial nominee Doug Jones Wednesday conceded in Alabama’s gubernatorial race in what became the closest contest for that office since 2002. In a statement Wednesday afternoon, Jones repeated that the objective of his campaign was not to win but to make gains across the state for Democrats. Democrats…

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Doug Jones concedes in closest Alabama gubernatorial race since 2002

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