BCA Announces 2026 Judicial Endorsements
“Each of these judicial candidates has demonstrated a clear record of fairness, integrity, and respect for the law”—ProgressPAC Chairman Gary Smith
The Business Council of Alabama (BCA), through its political action committee ProgressPAC, has announced endorsements six Statewide judicial candidates running for election/reelection in 2026. The candidates are:
- Brad Mendheim — Alabama Supreme Court, Place 7
- Greg Shaw — Alabama Supreme Court, Place 8
- Mary Windom — Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 4
- Beth Kellum — Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 5
- Ben Bowden — Alabama Court of Civil Appeals, Place 4
- Matt Fridy — Alabama Court of Civil Appeals, Place 5
“Each of these judicial candidates has demonstrated a clear record of fairness, integrity, and respect for the law,” said ProgressPAC Chairman Gary Smith. “Their dedication to upholding the Constitution and applying the law as written reflects the conservative judicial principles ProgressPAC is proud to support. We are confident they will continue to serve the people with independence and professionalism.”
The Business Council of Alabama is the premier voice for Alabama business. BCA is a non-partisan, statewide business association representing the interests and concerns of nearly 1 million working Alabamians through its member companies and its partnership with the Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama. BCA is Alabama's exclusive affiliate to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the National Association of Manufacturers.
ProgressPAC is the political affiliate of the Business Council of Alabama. ProgressPAC remains committed to fighting for Alabama's future by endorsing pro-jobs candidates who will help lead Alabama in the right direction.
