Alabama.--History.

James Elisha Folsom served as Governor of Alabama twice, 1947-1951 and 1955-1959. During both terms he tried to improve civil rights in the state, but was unsuccessful both times.

George Corley Wallace served an unprecedented (and unbeaten) four terms as Governor of Alabama. During most of his tenure he was known for being a staunch segregationist, and, in 1963, literally stood in the way of two blacks attempting to attend the University of Alabama. By the time his fourth term started, however, he had actually gained forgiveness from civil rights leaders for his past actions. He was also a three-time candidate for President, but never made it past the early primaries.