Nathan Mathis

Nathan Mathis (Democratic Party) ran for election for Governor of Alabama. He lost in the Democratic primary on May 19, 2026.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am the oldest living child of Hosea and Pauline Mathis who were sharecroppers for H H Dowling and Bro's of Pinckard Al . A graduate of Slocomb High in Slocomb Al and Alabama Christian College in Montgomery Al where I was captain of the basketball and baseball teams .Served six months active duty in Army at Ft Polk La then married Sue Smith from Slocomb and began farming on my own in 1964 . Was selected Outstanding Young Farmer for Houston County Al in 1968 . Coached Dixie Youth Baseball for 18 years . Two children ; both deceased Joey and Patti Sue . Elected Chairman of Houston County Commission 1974 - 1978 . Was elected State Representative for Geneva and Houston Counties 1982 - 1994 . Still farming peanuts , corn , cotton , and cattle .

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Congressman Austin Scott R-Ga who will be next Ag. Committee Chairman told Peanut Farmer magazine that he needed people on his committee that knows about farming ; that he did not care if they were Republican or Democrat . I am running to fill his request for I understand farming .We need to keep Social Security in place ; keep it as we promised it would be as people paid into the program thru the years .I want to maintain and expand the mission at Ft Rucker and Maxwell-Gunter and hopefully create more good paying jobs .

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Farming

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Former Senator Howell Heflin and Senator Jim Allen . Both would tell you the truth and would help you when they could .

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

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What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Truthful , Honest and Always willing to help others .

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Do their job .

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I was elected Chairman of Houston County Al and at the time the youngest Chairman in the State : 1974 - 1978 .

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Started farming in 1964 and am still farming 56 years later.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Bible. There are many lessons one can learn from the Bible .

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

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What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

You are always on my mine .

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

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Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Yes , very beneficial .

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Restore other countries trust so they know our word is good and our resolve to help our allies is genuine .

If you are not a current representative, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Ag and Armed Forces Committee

If you are a current representative, why did you join your current committees?

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Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Yes

What are your thoughts on term limits?

The people can term limit a Congress member now every two years . But I would support a term limit bill for all.

If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the U.S. House of Representatives, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?

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Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Late Congressman Bill Dickinson or Retired Congressman Terry Everett

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

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