Rhonda Gore (Alabama)

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Rhonda Gore

Democratic Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

May 24, 2022

Education

Associate

Northeast Alabama Community College, 2001

Bachelor's

Jacksonville State University, 2003

Graduate

University of Alabama, 2007

Personal

Birthplace

Omaha, Neb.

Religion

Roman Catholic

Profession

Teacher

Contact

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Rhonda Gore (Democratic Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Alabama's 4th Congressional District. She lost in the Democratic primary on May 24, 2022.

Gore completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Rhonda Gore was born in Omaha, Nebraska. Gore earned an associate degree from Northeast Alabama Community College in 2001, a bachelor’s degree from Jacksonville State University in 2003, and a graduate degree from the University of Alabama in 2007. Her career experience includes working as a teacher.

Elections

2022

See also: Alabama's 4th Congressional District election, 2022

General election

General election for U.S. House Alabama District 4

Incumbent Robert Aderholt defeated Rick Neighbors and Johnny C. Cochran in the general election for U.S. House Alabama District 4 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Robert Aderholt (R)	84.1	164,655
		Rick Neighbors (D)	13.6	26,694
		Johnny C. Cochran (L)	2.2	4,303
		Other/Write-in votes	0.0	81

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 195,733
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Alabama District 4

Rick Neighbors defeated Rhonda Gore in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Alabama District 4 on May 24, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Rick Neighbors	54.1	4,500
		Rhonda Gore	45.9	3,823

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 8,323
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Republican primary election

The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent Robert Aderholt advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Alabama District 4.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Joshua Gaddis (R)

Campaign themes

2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Rhonda Gore completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Gore's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Rhonda Gore was born in Omaha, Nebraska but spent most if her life in Dekalb County, Alabama. She worked in textile before returning to college to become a high school teacher. She has one son, Tyler Dennis, who is a writer and illustrator in West Hollywood, Florida.

Ms. Gore has been involved in politics for over twenty years, and has served on the Democratic Party’s executive committee and served in various offices within the Alabama Education Association. Ms. Gore feels the time has come for a female to take the reigns and move District 4 forward. Candidate Gore is committed to ensuring that every resident of District 4 has economic opportunity, fairness and equity, and safe and healthy communities.

Ms. Gore is a Roman Catholic.

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?

• Higher-paying jobs are my top priority.
• Improved infrastructure has been past due and needs upgrading.
• Listening to the people of District 4 to ensure they have a voice in Washington.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about economic growth for our District, ensuring our constituents have quality jobs, and access to quality education.

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

Too many to name..but I’m especially a fan of FDR.

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

The Constitution.

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

I think it’s very important to listen to the constituents. For too long, our elected officials have done what they want, disregarding what the constituents want. In short be a representative first!!

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

My ability to listen and communicate effectively.

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

Making sure you are focused bon those who elected you.

What legacy would you like to leave?

That I made a positive difference.

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

The election of Jimmy Carter because he was from our neighboring state of Georgia.

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

Hosiery Industry 10 years

What is your favorite book? Why?

Too many to name

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

Wonder Woman of course.

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

Zombie—Cranberries

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Being a single mom and lacking the support I have deserved.

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

It’s the one closest to the people.

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

Yes!

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

Rebuilding the middle class. Trickle down has been a miserable failure and has done nothing except hurt the working people of the United States.

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

Veterans and Education…

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

Yes …maybe longer.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I don’t think we need a law prohibiting term limits. If people want change, vote he/she out of office. FDR is a perfect example of why i disagree with term limits. He did an amazing job and deserved to stay in office. That was the people’s will. The way it should be.

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

FDR

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?

Yes, one from a struggling single mom stands out.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Too many to name

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Absolutely!

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

Making sure it helps my District.

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Footnotes

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Alabama's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Katie Britt (R)

Tommy Tuberville (R)

Representatives

District 1

Barry Moore (R)

District 2

Shomari Figures (D)

District 3

Mike Rogers (R)

District 4

Robert Aderholt (R)

District 5

Dale Strong (R)

District 6

Gary Palmer (R)

District 7

Terri Sewell (D)

Republican Party (7)

Democratic Party (2)