18-Year-Old Brandon Moss Aims for Historic Mayoral Candidacy in Fairfield, Alabama
Fairfield, AL – At just 18 years old, Brandon Moss has declared his candidacy for mayor of Fairfield, Alabama, becoming the youngest candidate in the city’s history. Just weeks after graduating high school, Moss expressed his readiness to embrace the challenges of leadership, countering the idea that age equates to experience. “Age doesn’t guarantee wisdom or innovation,” he stated in an interview with ABC News.
Moss’s campaign, launched as he prepares for college at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, is rooted deeply in his passion for his hometown. With a population of approximately 9,500, he believes it is time for a fresh perspective in local governance. "The past administrations have done a great job, but now we need something new," he said.
Central to Moss’s platform is improving the city’s financial health by introducing a forensic auditor to oversee spending and supporting local businesses with initiatives like pop-up events. He also aims to combat blight in the community, planning to collaborate with federal agencies to fund the removal of abandoned and unsafe properties.
Moss draws inspiration from notable figures like former President Barack Obama and Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin. His background includes serving as an executive intern for the local superintendent’s office and engaging in youth government programs. Campaign manager Marilyn Yelder assures voters of Moss’s preparedness, citing a robust mentorship network supporting him.
Support from figures like Attorney Ben Crump highlights Moss’s belief in the value of young voices in politics: “Age doesn’t define leadership — vision does.” Facing opponents like Councilman Herman Carnes and others, Moss is ready for the August 26 election. Regardless of the outcome, he remains committed to his political aspirations and community service.
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