I was raised in my grandfather’s church and where I was educated from kindergarten to degree in law. I’ve dedicated my life’s work to advocate for the people and places that have always been at the core of who I am: the people of Alabama.

After graduating from John L. LeFlore High School, I went on to the University of Alabama and then followed in my father’s footsteps and went to law school at the University of Alabama. Keeping the values of service and community formed in my childhood at the forefront, I immediately went to work in public service, ultimately serving in all three branches of the federal government.

I worked on President Barack Obama’s campaign, and then went to work in the White House with President Obama, serving as the Domestic Director of Presidential Personnel.

I went on to serve as the White House Liaison at the Department of Justice, and then as a Counsel in Congress, where I served as an advisor on issues including civil rights, immigration, homeland security, child welfare, and policing. The time I spent in the federal government was dedicated to advising leaders on issues that impact families across Alabama and throughout the nation.

Now, as the proud husband of a former school teacher and strong advocate for our communities, Dr. Kalisha Dessources Figures, and father of three – Micah, Novah, and Zorah – I came home to run for Congress so that I can put my experience to use for the people and communities that mean the most to me.

I understand the challenges we are up against. With your support, I’ll go to Washington to keep fighting for a stronger, more resilient District 2 so that we can move forward – forward, together.