In this episode of Make It Make Sense, Alabama, Neeli Faulkner and Whitney Scapecchi sit down with JaMel Jermaine Brown. He is a Montgomery based pastor, community activist, and Democratic candidate for Alabama governor in 2026. Brown is also the pastor of House of Chosen. He founded the JaMel J. Brown Foundation and hosts The JaMel Brown Show.

Brown describes himself as a conservative Democrat, or what he also calls an independent Democrat. He argues for a blend of labor and economic reforms alongside socially conservative positions. We talk through his core priorities, including fully legalizing marijuana for medical and recreational use, establishing a lottery and expanding gambling, a 32 hour work week, criminal justice reform focused on nonviolent offenses and sentencing, and a public safety model that supports law enforcement while demanding stronger training, mental health resources, and accountability.

We also discuss one of the most talked about parts of Brown’s public persona. His social media presence is extremely active, and it can draw strong reactions. In this conversation, he explains why he believes authenticity matters more than fitting the traditional expectations of how a candidate “should” look or sound.

This episode is part of our ongoing Candidate Conversations series, where we give voters space to hear directly from the people asking to represent them. It contains personal opinions and perspectives shared by our guest. Statements made during this conversation reflect the views of the speaker and have not been independently verified by Make It Make Sense, Alabama or Murder Creek Media. We are not endorsing any candidate or position. This interview is presented so listeners can hear directly from the guest and are encouraged to consult primary sources, public records, and multiple viewpoints when forming their own conclusions.

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