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- He is a high-school teacher and computer science department head at Pelham High School.
- He is making his first run for office against Republican incumbent J.T. "Jabo" Waggoner.
- His campaign emphasizes teacher pay, career education, responsible development, and transparent government.
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Party: Democratic
Overview
Spencer Stone is an educator running for Alabama State Senate District 16, which includes parts of Hoover, Vestavia Hills, Homewood, and nearby communities. His public biography says he has worked in education for 16 years, including as a high-school teacher and computer science department head at Pelham High School. He holds graduate degrees from the University of Montevallo and the University of Alabama, and his work has included STEM, esports, and career-focused education programs. Because Stone has not previously held elected office, voters evaluating him have campaign positions and professional experience rather than a legislative voting record to consider.
What He Focuses On
Short version: stated positions and tradeoffs that may matter to voters.
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Position:
Stone supports competitive teacher pay and career and technical programs connected to local jobs.
Why it matters:
State decisions can affect school funding, educator recruitment, and the training options students have before graduation. These choices can influence classroom staffing and whether graduates have a path into skilled work or further education.
Supporters say: Better pay and career pathways could help schools retain teachers and prepare students for available jobs.
Critics say: Expanding pay or programs requires sustained funding and may compete with other education priorities.
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Position:
Stone says he supports development that protects property values and natural resources.
Why it matters:
State laws can affect growth rules, transportation funding, and environmental oversight. Those decisions may shape traffic, housing costs, infrastructure demands, and how communities manage development.
Supporters say: Clear guardrails can help communities grow without losing features residents value.
Critics say: Additional requirements can delay projects and add costs for housing providers or employers.
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Position:
Stone says he would publish a plain-English monthly report explaining each vote he casts in the Legislature.
Why it matters:
Clear reports could make it easier for residents to follow decisions involving taxes, schools, health care, and other daily-life issues. Official legislative records would remain the primary source for the vote itself.
Supporters say: Regular explanations can make a state senator more accountable and accessible.
Critics say: Candidate-produced reports explain one legislator's viewpoint and do not replace access to official records or public debate.
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Position:
Stone's campaign supports free school lunches, workforce training tied to employer needs, and help for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Why it matters:
These policies could affect family food costs, student readiness, and access to job training. Their reach would depend on program design, eligibility rules, and state funding choices.
Supporters say: School meals and practical training can reduce barriers for families and connect students with jobs.
Critics say: Statewide programs require a stable revenue source and may not meet every local employer's needs.
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Experience
- High-school teacher and computer science department head, Pelham High School (source)
- Education professional with 16 years of experience, including STEM and career-focused programs (source)
- Graduate degrees from the University of Montevallo and the University of Alabama (source)
Things to Think About
- How should Alabama balance teacher pay, career education, and other school funding needs?
- What rules should guide growth in established suburban communities?
- How important is a candidate's commitment to explain legislative votes in plain language?
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