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Growing up Candice’s passion for community led her to sneak extra snacks into her fourth grade lunchbox and share them with classmates, an early lesson in fairness that still guides her today. From high school to a BA in Public Policy, a Master’s in Public Administration and a doctorate in Education, she has dedicated her life to championing quality education, accessible healthcare and economic opportunity for every family.
For 15 years Candice has served as a special-education teacher, partnered with nonprofits, advised city and state leaders and fought for policies that lift up our families. Her hands-on experience with CASA of South Mississippi, Elijah’s Closet, the Special Olympics of Madison County and countless community groups underscores her unwavering commitment to service. Now she’s ready to take her proven leadership, deep expertise and fresh perspective to Washington to advocate for your family’s future.
Candice’s Platform + Policy puts Family First at every turn. She knows that decisions made in Montgomery or Washington ripple through dinner tables across Alabama’s 5th District — from our smallest towns to our biggest cities. Whether it’s supporting our rural schools, expanding affordable healthcare, growing local small businesses or safeguarding our natural resources, Candice champions common-sense solutions that deliver opportunity and security for your family. She’ll bridge divides, listen to every voice and fight tirelessly so that when you succeed, our communities thrive.
Smart Policies. Strong Families.
Putting Families First
Candice is dedicated to supporting strong families and safe communities. She will expand access to affordable childcare and paid family leave, strengthen food security programs and family support services, invest in maternal health to reduce Alabama’s high maternal mortality rate, and ensure that working families can earn livable wages and secure housing options.
Championing Education for All
As a lifelong educator, Candice believes strong public education is the cornerstone of opportunity. She’ll invest at every level, from early childhood through career training, expand funding for rural and historically underfunded schools, ensure fair pay and classroom resources for teachers, and champion career and technical programs that strengthen our workforce and fuel local economies.
Expanding Access to Healthcare
Candice knows that access to quality healthcare is vital for families across Alabama’s 5th District. She will protect coverage for pre-existing conditions, lower prescription drug costs, expand rural health clinics and telehealth services, strengthen mental health support, and ensure veterans and seniors receive the care they deserve.
Building a Strong, Inclusive Economy
Candice understands that North Alabama’s economic potential lies in its people, industries and innovation. She will support small businesses and entrepreneurs through access to funding and tax incentives, invest in infrastructure such as rural broadband, roads and clean energy, champion job growth in technology, education, manufacturing and aerospace, and promote fair trade to protect Alabama jobs in agriculture and industry.
Advocating for Safe, Thriving Communities
Candice is a partner in the fight for dignity and justice. She will support commonsense public safety reform with community-based solutions, strengthen partnerships with faith-based and civic organizations, fund domestic violence prevention and survivor support services, and protect voting rights to ensure fair access to the ballot box for all.
Serving with Integrity and Accountability
Candice believes North Alabama deserves a representative who listens, leads and delivers. She will hold regular town halls and community listening sessions, commit to transparency and ethical leadership in Washington and prioritize bipartisanship to get things done for Alabama families.