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<p>Students deserve schools that give them a real chance to succeed. I’ll work to fully fund public schools, raise teacher pay, expand special education funding, and make community college and technical training tuition free.</p>

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<p>Join Taylor Cook for State House 43 as we go door to door with literature to get Taylor's name in front of as many voters as possible. We are powered by people, and lit dropping is the most efficient physical way to reach voters.</p><p>Whether this is your first time lit dropping or you’ve volunteered before, we will provide a brief training before we begin. We'll coordinate which homes to go to and provide everything you need to make it a smooth experience.</p><p>Your time and energy will help us build the grassroots movement needed to win in November and bring real leadership to District 43.</p><p><strong>What to expect:</strong></p><p>A short volunteer training</p><p>Walking in pairs or small teams</p><p>Potential conversations with voters in the community</p><p>Support from campaign team throughout the lit drop</p><p><strong>What to bring:</strong></p><p>Comfortable walking shoes</p><p>Hydration and snacks (We'll have some, but if you'd like to bring your own.)</p><p>A fully charged phone</p>

<h4>Lit Dropping with Taylor</h4>

<p>Join Taylor Cook for State House 43 as we go door to door with literature to get Taylor's name in front of as many voters as possible. We are powered by people, and lit dropping is the most efficient physical way to reach voters.</p><p>Whether this is your first time lit dropping or you’ve volunteered before, we will provide a brief training before we begin. We'll coordinate which homes to go to and provide everything you need to make it a smooth experience.</p><p>Your time and energy will help us build the grassroots movement needed to win in November and bring real leadership to District 43.</p>

Lit Dropping with Taylor

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<h4>Alan Thomas HD 50 Campaign Kickoff</h4>

<p>Come meet me at the campaign kickoff for House District 50 candidate Alan Thomas!</p>

Alan Thomas HD 50 Campaign Kickoff

<h4>August 11th Special Primary Election</h4>

<p>This Special Primary Election is occurring do to courts ruling that Alabama can revert back to old maps previously deemed as having intentionally racially discriminated against the black community. The only Districts affected that are voting are Districts 1, 2, 6, and 7. Our District resides in District 6, so we will be voting again. For more information on what you might need to know, you can visit the Alabama Arise website at this link:</p><p><a href="https://alarise.org/blog-posts/what-you-need-to-know-about-alabamas-aug-11-special-primary-election/">https://alarise.org/blog-posts/what-you-need-to-know-about-alabamas-aug-11-special-primary-election/</a></p>

August 11th Special Primary Election

<h4>2026 General Election Voter Registration Deadline</h4>

<p>This is the LAST DAY to register to vote in the 2026 General Election, so please register if you have not so you can send me to Montgomery to fight for you!</p><p>Please check your voter registration before this date as the current Secretary of State has been purging voter rolls and there have been numerous instances of active voters being removed.</p>

2026 General Election Voter Registration Deadline

<p>Join Taylor Cook for State House 43 as we knock doors, meet voters, and talk with our neighbors about the future of our community. We are powered by people, and canvassing is the most effective way to reach voters. During this event, volunteers will go door-to-door to introduce residents to Taylor Cook, share his vision for District 43, and make sure voters know what’s at stake in this election.</p><p>Whether this is your first time canvassing or you’ve volunteered before, we will provide a brief training before we begin. You’ll receive a list of homes to visit, talking points, and everything you need to feel comfortable speaking with voters.</p><p>Your time and energy will help us build the grassroots movement needed to win in November and bring real leadership to District 43.</p><p><strong>What to expect:</strong></p><p>A short volunteer training</p><p>Walking in pairs or small teams</p><p>Friendly conversations with voters in the community</p><p>Support from campaign team throughout the canvass</p><p><strong>What to bring:</strong></p><p>Comfortable walking shoes</p><p>Hydration and snacks (We'll have some, but if you'd like to bring your own.)</p><p>A fully charged phone</p>

<h4>Canvassing with Taylor</h4>

<p>Join Taylor Cook for State House 43 as we knock doors, meet voters, and talk with our neighbors about the future of our community. We are powered by people, and canvassing is the most effective way to reach voters. During this event, volunteers will go door-to-door to introduce residents to Taylor Cook, share his vision for District 43, and make sure voters know what’s at stake in this election.</p><p>Whether this is your first time canvassing or you’ve volunteered before, we will provide a brief training before we begin. You’ll receive a list of homes to visit, talking points, and everything you need to feel comfortable speaking with voters.</p><p>Your time and energy will help us build the grassroots movement needed to win in November and bring real leadership to District 43.</p>

Canvassing with Taylor

<h4>Social Media Live w/Guest TBD</h4>

<p>Come join us weekly on Monday's at 7pm to discuss various questions and answer yours!</p>

Social Media Live w/Guest TBD

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<h4>TikTok Live with Alan Thomas</h4>

<p>Join me and House District 50 candidate Alan Thomas as we discuss and answer questions about healthcare in our state.</p>

TikTok Live with Alan Thomas

<h4>UDVAL Alabama Blue Conference 2026</h4>

<p>Come join me and hundreds of other Democrats from across Alabama as we network, create a sense of community, listen to practical information, and discover resources to grow the party in local communities.</p>

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<h4>Hoover Democrats - October Meeting</h4>

Hoover Democrats - October Meeting

<h4>2026 Blues &amp; BBQ</h4>

<p>Join me and many other candidates at the 10th Annual Blues &amp; BBQ Fundraiser held by the Shelby County Democratic Party! You'll get to hear from me and other candidates as well as live music by II Da Maxx Band, all you can eat BBQ and fixin’s, a silent auction and more! Tickets are $60 each and you can reserve yours at the link below.</p>

2026 Blues & BBQ

<h4>Shelby County Democratic Party</h4>

<p>Come meet me and other candidates at the monthly meeting of the Shelby County Democrats!</p>

Shelby County Democratic Party

<h4>Neil Rafferty Re-Election Campaign Kick Off</h4>

<p>Come meet me at Neil Rafferty's Re-Election Campaign Kickoff for Alabama State House District 54! </p>

AshLeigh Dunham For Alabama Supreme Court Campaign Kick-Off

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<h4>Shelby County Democratic Party - August Meeting</h4>

<p>Join me at the monthly meeting of the Shelby County Democratic Party! I'd love to meet you, hear your thoughts, and talk about my vision for the future of Alabama.</p>

August Meeting of the Shelby County Democratic Party

<h4>Virtual Panel Discussion</h4>

<p>Join me and other candidates for an online panel hosted by Sarah DeArmond and Zachary Mallory!</p>

Virtual Panel Discussion

<p>Alabama deserves a government that works for the people, not the powerful. I'll fight for ranked-choice voting, independent redistricting, ending straight-ticket voting, and campaign finance reform so that every vote counts.</p>

<h2>Democratic Reform</h2>

<h4>The Alabama Climate Forum</h4>

<p>Join me at the Hoover Public Library for The Alabama Climate Forum hosted by the Hoover Democrats.</p>

The Alabama Climate Forum

<p>Alabama’s economy should work for working people, not the wealthy. I’ll fight for strong unions, higher wages, affordable housing, fair taxes, and sensible reforms, while supporting small businesses and holding large corporations accountable.</p>

<h2>Economy and Affordability</h2>

<h4>Election Day!</h4>

<p>The Midterm Election is here! Get out to your polling place, vote Taylor Cook for State House District 43, and make your voice heard!</p>

Election Day!

<h4>2026 Voter Registration Deadline for the Primary Election</h4>

<p>Make sure you register to vote by this date to vote in the Primary Election on May 19, 2026! Wes Allen and Republicans have been purging voter rolls, so make sure you check that you are registered to vote. You can do that <a href="https://myinfo.alabamavotes.gov/VoterView" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>. You can check out the candidates I endorse in the Primary <a href="/c72cdbab-7514-491a-a9bb-254b957ebd33#block-ee492fd5-ffd4-40d8-b2b7-f65eb198b41f">here</a>.</p>

2026 Voter Registration Deadline for the Primary Election

<h4>Oak Mountain State Park Harvest Festival</h4>

Oak Mountain State Park Harvest Festival

<h4>2026 BHM 26.2 Half Marathon</h4>

<p>I'm running the BHM 26.2 Half Marathon! Come out and meet me pre or post race and I'd be happy to talk with you! You'll probably have to forgive my huffing and puffing though.</p>

2026 BHM26.2 Half Marathon

<h4>World Premiere of the 2026 Southern Exposure Films</h4>

<p>Join me for the free World Premiere of the 2026 Southern Exposure Films! This will be an incredible night of storytelling that will inspire, ignite, and unite us all as we work together to protect Alabama's waterways, communities, land, and air. </p>

World Premiere of the 2026 Southern Exposure Films

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<h4>Shelby County Democratic Party - September Meeting</h4>

Shelby County Democratic Party - September Meeting

<h4>Robert Hunter Campaign Kickoff</h4>

<p>Come meet me at the campaign kickoff for State House 28 candidate Robert Hunter!</p>

Robert Hunter's Campaign Kickoff

<h4>Hoover Democrats</h4>

<p>Come meet me at the meeting of the Hoover Democrats! I'd love to meet you, hear your concerns, and talk about my vision for Alabama.</p>

Jefferson County Democratic Party

<h4>Mandie Ledkins' Volunteer Meet &amp; Greet</h4>

<p>Interested in how you can get involved with a campaign? Come meet me and other Shelby County candidates at a Volunteer Meet &amp; Greet for Mandie Ledkins' State Senate 14 campaign. We're all working together and would love to meet you!</p>

Mandie for Alabama Campaign Kick Off

<h4>Shelby County Democratic Party - October Meeting</h4>

<p>Come hear me and a few other candidates discuss the 4 Constitutional amendments that will be on the ballot November 3rd!</p>

Shelby County Democratic Party - October Meeting

<h4>Youth Violence Prevention Forum</h4>

<p>Come meet me at the Youth Violence Prevention Forum on March 14th!</p>

Youth Violence Prevention Forum

<p>Everyone deserves access to quality healthcare. I’ll work to expand coverage, lower costs, protect freedoms, and invest in mental health, all with the long term goal of healthcare for all.</p>

<h2>Healthcare</h2>

<h4>Hoover Democrats - September Meeting</h4>

<p>Join me at the monthly meeting of the Hoover Democrats as we talk about healthcare! I'd love to meet you, hear your thoughts, and discuss my vision for the future of Alabama.</p>

Hoover Democrats - September Meeting

<h4>2026 Primary Election Day</h4>

<p>Get to your voting precinct and vote! While I'm not on the primary ballot for HD43, I am for the SDEC so you can still vote for me! Get out, make your voice heard, and vote! In order to have the change we want to see, we have to elect progressive champions that will get it done. You can check out the candidates I endorse in the Primary <a href="/c72cdbab-7514-491a-a9bb-254b957ebd33#block-ee492fd5-ffd4-40d8-b2b7-f65eb198b41f">here</a>.</p>

2026 Primary Election Day

<h4>No Kings: Vote Early Birmingham</h4>

No Kings: Vote Early Birmingham

<h4>Virtual Flock Camera and Data Center Moratorium Town Hall</h4>

<p>Join me for State House 28 candidate Robert Hunter's virtual town hall on mass surveillance and data centers.</p>

Virtual Flock Camera and Data Center Moratorium Town Hall

<p>Join Taylor Cook for State House 43 as we knock doors, meet voters, and talk with our neighbors about the future of our community. We are powered by people, and canvassing is the most effective way to reach voters. During this event, volunteers will go door-to-door to introduce residents to Taylor Cook, share his vision for District 43, and make sure voters know what’s at stake in this election.</p><p>Whether this is your first time canvassing or you’ve volunteered before, we will provide a brief training before we begin. You’ll receive a list of homes to visit, talking points, and everything you need to feel comfortable speaking with voters.</p><p>Your time and energy will help us build the grassroots movement needed to win in November and bring real leadership to District 43.</p><p><strong>What to expect:</strong></p><p>A short volunteer training</p><p>Walking in pairs or small teams</p><p>Friendly conversations with voters in the community</p><p>Support from campaign staff throughout the canvass</p><p><strong>What to bring:</strong></p><p>Comfortable walking shoes</p><p>Water</p><p>A fully charged phone</p>

<h4>Taylor Cook for State House 43 Canvassing</h4>

<p>Join Taylor Cook for State House 43 as we knock doors, meet voters, and talk with our neighbors about the future of our community. We are powered by people, and canvassing is the most effective way to reach voters. During this event, volunteers will go door-to-door to introduce residents to Taylor Cook, share his vision for District 43, and make sure voters know what’s at stake in this election.</p><p>Whether this is your first time canvassing or you’ve volunteered before, we will provide a brief training before we begin. You’ll receive a list of homes to visit, talking points, and everything you need to feel comfortable speaking with voters.</p><p>Your time and energy will help us build the grassroots movement needed to win in November and bring real leadership to District 43.</p><p>You can RSVP below and we will be in touch!</p>

Taylor Cook for State House 43 Canvassing

<h4>2026 SDEC Organizational Meeting</h4>

<p>In the May Primary, I was elected to be the Male representative for District 43 to the State Democratic Executive Committee. This meeting is where all of the representatives come together to form the caucuses, elect leadership for the 2026-2030 term, and address any bylaw changes. This event is open to the public and I'd be happy to speak with anyone about the SDEC or the General Election while I'm there!</p>

2026 SDEC Organizational Meeting

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