Birmingham, Alabama, August 27, 2025
News Summary
Randall Woodfin has secured his third term as the mayor of Birmingham, Alabama, receiving over 74% of the total votes in the municipal election. With a substantial lead, Woodfin garnered 24,559 votes, emphasizing public safety, neighborhood investment, and educational opportunities during his campaign. His leadership has been marked by significant achievements, including crime reduction and community improvements, despite some critiques regarding safety and population decline. His victory reinforces voter support for his policies aimed at enhancing the city’s quality of life.
Birmingham, Alabama – Mayor Randall Woodfin Secures Third Term with Over 74% of the Vote
Mayor Randall Woodfin of Birmingham has successfully won a third term in office, securing more than 74% of the total votes in the recent municipal election. Official results show that Woodfin received a total of 24,559 votes (74.87%), cementing his position as a prominent figure in the city’s leadership.
The election results were announced early, with Mayor Woodfin declaring his victory shortly after 10 p.m. on election night. His closest challenger, Lashunda Scales, finished in second place with 4,781 votes (14.5%). Other candidates included Juandalynn Givan, who secured 1,395 votes (4.2%), Frank Woodson with 999 votes (3%), and Brian Rice, who received 650 votes (1.98%). Remaining candidates earned less than 1% of the vote, with Kamau Afrika securing 106 votes (0.3%) and Jerimy Littlepage with 189 votes (0.58%).
Throughout his campaign, Woodfin focused on key issues such as public safety, neighborhood investment, and enhancing educational opportunities for residents. He highlighted his administration’s success in reducing crime rates, noting significant declines in homicides this year. Woodfin’s achievements, such as efforts in blight removal and the expansion of the Birmingham Promise scholarship, were critical components of his platform.
Despite his victories in the election, not all candidates were supportive of Woodfin’s governance. Critics, notably challenger Frank Woodson, raised concerns regarding overall safety in Birmingham, even in light of the reduced homicide rate. Woodfin countered these critiques by emphasizing his administration’s commitment to police recruitment and the implementation of innovative crime-fighting tools, including the Real-Time Crime Center.
The campaign also touched on challenging issues such as population decline and city management. Woodfin’s opponents, including Scales and Givan, pointed to a reduction of approximately 16,000 residents and criticized the city’s management practices. However, Woodfin attributed significant aspects of the population figures to census undercounts, while also highlighting his administration’s progress in areas like housing, paving, and neighborhood revitalization.
Woodfin’s decisive victory positions him to be among the longest-serving mayors in Birmingham’s recent history, indicating substantial voter support for his continued leadership and policies aimed at improving the city’s quality of life.
Election Results Summary
| Candidate | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Randall Woodfin | 24,559 | 74.87% |
| Lashunda Scales | 4,781 | 14.5% |
| Juandalynn Givan | 1,395 | 4.2% |
| Frank Woodson | 999 | 3% |
| Brian Rice | 650 | 1.98% |
| Kamau Afrika | 106 | 0.3% |
| Jerimy Littlepage | 189 | 0.58% |
| David Russell | 71 | 0.22% |
| Marilyn James-Johnson | 52 | 0.16% |
FAQ
What were the key issues in Randall Woodfin’s campaign?
Woodfin focused on public safety, neighborhood investment, and enhancing educational opportunities, with specific emphasis on crime reduction and blight removal.
What was the voter turnout for this election?
The statistic for total voter turnout has not been explicitly provided but Woodfin’s total was over 24,000, indicating strong engagement among residents.
How did Woodfin respond to criticisms regarding safety and population decline?
Woodfin highlighted achievements in police recruitment and urban renewal initiatives, attributing population decline to census errors while promoting investment in Birmingham’s infrastructure.
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Additional Resources
- AL.com: Birmingham Area Elections Live Updates
- CBS 42: Randall Woodfin Wins 3rd Term as Birmingham Mayor
- ABC 33/40: Birmingham Mayor Woodfin Wins Third Term
- WVTM 13: Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin Election Results
- Wikipedia: Mayor of Birmingham, Alabama
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