Elijah Davidson, a 22-year-old South Baldwin native and recent college graduate, has announced his campaign for Alabama House District 95, entering a Republican race that includes incumbent Frances Holk-Jones as well as challenger Joe Freeman.

Davidson, a resident of Elberta, said in a news release that he is seeking the seat to bring the perspective of younger and working-class Alabamians to Montgomery.

“I am excited to announce my campaign to represent Alabama House District 95 in Montgomery as its state representative. I believe the people affected most by decisions made in Montgomery should have a representative who understands their struggles,” Davidson said in the release. “As a former public school student, a recent college graduate and a young person trying to afford a home and build a life, I believe that I can be a voice not only for Alabama's next generation but for every hardworking Alabamian who is struggling to make ends meet and feels ignored by political leaders.”

Born and raised in south Baldwin County, Davidson graduated from Gulf Shores High School in 2022. He earned a degree in political science from the University of South Alabama in December 2025.

During high school, Davidson served as president of Gulf Shores High School’s Turning Point USA chapter, where he expanded membership from about a dozen students to what he said became the largest high school chapter in the country. His political experience also includes working for former U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich.

Davidson is a parishioner at St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic Parish in Foley. He said his faith, education and early exposure to politics shaped his decision to run for office at a young age.

“If elected, I will relentlessly fight for policies that make people's lives significantly better,” Davidson said. “With God's help, I look forward to earning your trust and going to Montgomery to help make Alabama better.”

Party primaries are May 19.