Perry O. Hooper Jr. joins Brandon Moseley and Christopher Peeks to discuss Alabama politics ahead of the primary

June 12, 2026 - Alabama Gazette columnist former state Representative Perry O. Hooper Jr. joined Brandon Moseley and Christopher Peeks to discuss Alabama politics, GOP dynamics, and the 2026 landscape ahead of the June 16 primary runoff.

In a wide‑ranging and candid conversation, longtime Alabama political figure Perry O. Hooper Jr. joined hosts Brandon Moseley and Christopher Peeks on their latest podcast episode, offering his perspective on the state's political climate, Republican Party dynamics, and the issues shaping the 2026 election cycle. The discussion blended political analysis, personal anecdotes, and Hooper's trademark optimism about Alabama's future.

Hooper discusses the runoff races with Brandon and Christopher.

"I think that Trump endorsement is going to help Barry (Moore) and John Wahl," said Hooper.

In the June 16 Republican runoff:

Barry Moore faces Jared Hudson in the U.S. Senate race.

John Wahl faces Wes Allen in the Lieutenant Governor's race.

Katherine Greene Robertson faces Jay Mitchell in the Alabama Attorney General's race

Christina McInnis faces Corey Hill in the race for Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries race.

Jim Zeigler is challenging Public Service Commission (PSC) incumbent Chris Beeker III

In the Democratic Primary Everett Wess faces Darkarai Lariett