At one time it looked like Gov. Kay Ivey could likely defeat eight Republican challengers without a runoff. But in recent days the race has tightened and while she still has a substantial lead, the possibility of a runoff is more likely. Aside from Ivey, businessman Tim James, the son of former Gov. Fob James, and Lindy Blanchard, an ambassador in the Trump Administration, are the other top contenders. A runoff seems likely A poll last week put Ivey at 40% of the vote followed by 17.9% for James and 14.6% for Blanchard. A primary candidate must get 50% or...

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