The 2004 United States Senate election in Alabama took place on November 2, 2004, alongside other elections to the United States Senate in other states as well as elections to the United States House of Representatives and various state and local elections. Incumbent Republican Senator Richard Shelby won re-election to a fourth term.
Candidates
Republican Richard Shelby, incumbent U.S. Senator since 1987
Democratic Wayne Sowell, perennial candidate
General election Campaign Shelby, who switched parties ten years prior, had over $11 million cash on hand. Shelby was Chairman of the Banking Committee. Wayne Sowell became the first black U.S. Senate nominee of a major party in Alabama.
Predictions Source Ranking As of Sabato's Crystal Ball November 1, 2004
Results
Counties that flipped from Democratic to Republican Russell (largest city: Phenix City)
By congressional district Shelby won six of seven congressional districts, including one that elected a Democrat.
District Shelby Sowell Representative 68% 32%Jo Bonner 71% 28%Terry Everett 63% 37%Mike D. Rogers 75% 25%Robert Aderholt 67% 32%Bud Cramer 83% 17%Spencer Bachus 40% 60%Artur Davis
See also 2004 United States Senate elections
References
External links Official campaign websites (archived) Richard Shelby (R) for Senate Wayne Sowell (D) for Senate