Thomas E "action" Jackson

Thomas "Action" E. Jackson Jr., born in Thomasville, Alabama, on August 24, 1949, is a long-serving politician. He holds degrees from Selma University, Knoxville College, and Alabama State University. His professional background includes roles as an educator, pastor, associate pastor, and director of an Upward Bound program. A Democrat, he has been a member of the Alabama House of Representatives for District 68 since 1994 and is seeking re-election in 2026, with his primary having been canceled. He is involved in various community organizations including the NAACP and the National Black Caucus of State Legislators. His legislative work involves committees such as Agriculture and Forestry, Ethics and Campaign Finance, and Public Safety.