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Former Sen. Doug Jones, Alabama’s last statewide Democratic officeholder, launches gubernatorial campaign, focusing on healthcare and economic issues.

The race sets up a potential rematch with Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville, who defeated Jones by 20 points in his 2020 Senate race and is running for governor.

Political analysts warn Jones faces an uphill battle: Democrats haven’t won Alabama’s governorship since 1998.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones, the last Democrat to hold statewide office in Alabama, kicked off his campaign for governor Friday, saying voters deserve a choice and a leader who will put aside divisions to address the state’s pressing needs.

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