What party is Melvin "Chester" Abram?

Melvin "Chester" Abram is running as a Democrat.

Who is Melvin "Chester" Abram running against?

Suzanne Belton, Penny Douglas, Judson "Teddy" Drummond, Tobias Roberts and Tamira Moss Smith, for City of Bogalusa Councilmen at Large (Washington Parish).

Should I vote for Melvin "Chester" Abram?

SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Melvin "Chester" Abram's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

Melvin "Chester" Abram

Democrat · Candidate for City of Bogalusa Councilmen at Large (Washington Parish) · November 3, 2026

On the ballot again: Runoff, December 12, 2026, as listed by the Louisiana Secretary of State.

About this race

Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.

6 candidates ran for City of Bogalusa Councilmen at Large (Washington Parish) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Bogalusa voters.

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Also running

Suzanne Belton · Democrat
Penny Douglas · Democrat
Judson "Teddy" Drummond · Republican
Tobias Roberts
Tamira Moss Smith · Democrat

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Quick answers

What party is Melvin "Chester" Abram?: Melvin "Chester" Abram is running as a Democrat.
What does the City of Bogalusa Councilmen at Large (Washington Parish) seat do?: Your city's legislative body. Passes local ordinances, sets the city budget and property-tax rate, and makes zoning and development decisions; often hires the city manager.
Who is Melvin "Chester" Abram running against?: Suzanne Belton, Penny Douglas, Judson "Teddy" Drummond, Tobias Roberts and Tamira Moss Smith, for City of Bogalusa Councilmen at Large (Washington Parish).
Should I vote for Melvin "Chester" Abram?: SpectrumVote doesn't endorse anyone or tell you how to vote. Compare Melvin "Chester" Abram's record, funding and endorsements with the other candidates in this race and decide based on what matters to you.

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