MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — Former School Board Commissioner Robert Battles announces candidacy for Mobile City Council District 7
Mobile, AL – May 10, 2025 – Today, Robert Battles, former Mobile County School Board Commissioner and dedicated community activist, officially announces his candidacy for the Mobile City Council District 7 seat. Battles will challenge the incumbent, Councilwoman Gina Gregory, in the upcoming municipal elections set for August 26, 2025.
The recent redistricting of District 7 following the annexation in 2023 has transformed the demographic landscape, increasing the African American population significantly, both in overall numbers and voting demographics. Recognizing the importance of this shift, Battles emphasizes the need for representation that reflects the community’s evolving identity…