Alabama Deserves Better: Why I’m Running for Senate

Let's be honest—something is not working.

Too many Alabamians are left behind as the Washington politicians smile for the camera, signing off on legislation that just makes things tougher on working families. The recent passage of the so-called Big Beautiful Bill is the latest evidence of that. It's a showy title on a bill that reduces vital programs like Medicaid and SNAP, just to give more tax cuts to the wealthy.

Here's the truth: Alabama doesn't require additional photo opportunities or sound bites. We require leaders who have experienced the bad times, built something out of nothing, and can actually get things done.

Hello, I'm Dakarai Larriett. I'm a Black Alabama boy, and I'm going for walks for the Us senate for Alabama because I think that actual leadership is all about showing up for the folks who've been left behind.

The Big Beautiful Bill: A Dangerous Distraction

Let's break it down.

This bill passed by the House targets the most basic supports many Alabamians rely on:

Medicaid – Slashed
SNAP (food assistance) – Gutted
Community investments – Ignored

And for what? To make room for more tax cuts for millionaires.

In a state where nearly 1 in 5 people depend on food assistance, this isn't just bad policy—it's a moral failure. Stripping healthcare and nutrition from those who need it most isn't reform. It's cruelty disguised as fiscal responsibility.

Where Our Current Leaders Went Wrong

Both of Alabama's current Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt stood by this bill.

Tuberville's support isn't surprising. His record speaks for itself: protect the powerful, forget the rest.

But Katie Britt's involvement cuts deeper. She didn't just support the bill—she promoted it on national TV, calling it a win because it doesn't tax tips. That's not leadership. That's spin.

Let's be real. Not taxing tips won't mean much to someone who just lost their Medicaid or can't put food on the table. Highlighting that while staying silent on deeper cuts is an insult to working Alabamians.

Why I Went to Washington

When I traveled to Washington, D.C., I didn't visit shake hands or pose for press images.

I stood with Rep. Maxine Waters, Rep. Hank Johnson, and Rep. Lucy McBath folks who apprehend what it means to combat for justice, now not just talk about it. We protested this bill together because we see the actual harm it will cause.

It was clear to me: Alabama deserves a Senator who will fight alongside the people, not sell them out for political favors.

What Real Leadership Looks Like

Leadership isn't about being the loudest voice in the room. It's approximately listening, fixing issues, and showing up continuously.

Here's what I believe leadership should look like:

Understanding struggle – I didn't grow up with a safety net. I understand what it mean to hustle for every dollar.
Delivering results – My experience in company America taught me a way to get matters done below pressure, control real budgets, and build answers that work.
Putting people first – No culture wars. No distractions. Just doing the work that actually improves lives.

It's not complicated. It's just rare.

The Bigger Picture: Poverty, Inequality, and Missed Opportunities

This isn't just about one bill. It's about a broken pattern.

For decades, policies coming out of Washington have left states like Alabama behind. Rural communities are underfunded. Schools are struggling. Wages are flat. Meanwhile, tax breaks and subsidies keep flowing to the top.

And the impact isn't just economic, it's generational. The Big Beautiful Bill threatens:

Low-income families
The elderly
People with disabilities
Working moms trying to make ends meet

When safety nets disappear, entire communities fall through the cracks. That's what we're up against.

What I'll Fight For as Your Senator

My focus is clear. I'm running to build a better Alabama one where every family has the tools they need to thrive.

My priorities include:

Protecting Medicaid and SNAP

These programs aren't handouts. They're lifelines. I'll defend them with everything I've got.
Expanding access to healthcare

No one should go broke trying to stay healthy. Alabama deserves better coverage, better clinics, and more support.
Investing in education

Every child deserves access to quality public education, no matter their zip code.
Creating job training and apprenticeship programs

We need a workforce ready for tomorrow's jobs, not just stuck in yesterday's economy.
Growing small businesses

Real economic development starts with supporting local entrepreneurs, not just attracting outside corporations.

This Campaign Is Bigger Than Politics

I'm not just running for office. I'm running for the single mother working two jobs to keep the lights on. For the veteran who can't get the care they earned. For the young Black boy in Selma who deserves a future filled with opportunity, not obstacles.

Larriett for Alabama isn't about me. It's about us. About proving that leadership rooted in integrity, empathy, and action is still possibleand absolutely necessary.