Tuscaloosa is holding a unique election, where residents can vote for their favorite dog to become the city’s first Dog Mayor. The election is non-partisan, and the goal is to raise campaign contributions for the Tuscaloosa Metro Animal Shelter, a 501c3 non-profit organization that receives funding from the Cities of Tuscaloosa and Northport, as well as Tuscaloosa County.

Candidates and Voting

Thirty candidates have qualified to run, each with one major promise: to raise campaign contributions for the shelter. The candidates include Mayor Luffy, Mayor Charlie, Mayor Duke, and many more. To vote, residents can make a campaign contribution, with options ranging from $1 to $1,000, and receive a corresponding number of votes.

The winner will be inaugurated on June 30. The election is open to anyone who loves animals, and no voter ID is required. The money raised will go towards caring for the thousands of animals that the shelter takes in each year.

Original reporting: The Tuscaloosa Thread — read the source article.