In Alabama, many political observers refer to Alfred Seawright as a "rising political leader with a business background." This made the Montgomery native a prime candidate for a newfound independent political organization, Voter News Network.

As one of the ten organizers during last January's brainstorming session in Tampa, Florida, spearheaded by Donald V. Watkins, Publisher of Voter News Network, Seawright helped to identify ways to create a greater presence for middle class blacks and political independent thinkers. As a result of that meeting, Voter News Network, The Official Voice of Independent Voters, was born. Seawright is credited with creating the program of earmarking $1 million to support candidates in the 2002 elections who understand and support the pocketbook issues endorsed by Voter News Network. Seawright now heads the taskforce that will determine how the organizers will spend the $1 million in the areas of: (1) voter education and registration activities; (2) voter turnout activities; and, (3) campaign contributions for candidates.

Seawright has been a longtime political activist. He has been organizing communities and voter groups for over a decade. He is energetic and focused. Seawright has never been afraid to challenge the political system. He constantly places the concerns of his constituents ahead of his personal interests.

"Voters today are concerned that the issues that affect our lives and the lives of our children are not receiving enough attention from those positioning themselves for elected office", Seawright said. "I want to know from each candidate seeking my vote and financial support, what his or her positions are on the pocketbook issues that concern my customers, staff, community and family. No one seems to care about what we think and how we feel until we hold them politically accountable."

Seawright is President of Medical Place, Incorporated, a medical equipment supplier housed in a new 13,000 square foot office showroom in Montgomery, Alabama. Though his current venue is Alabama, Seawright is preparing to launch a national project that would make Medical Place, Inc. the largest medical supplier in the United States. For over 18 years, Medical Place has supplied medical and laboratory equipment and supplies nationwide. According to Seawright, it's the "support of his employees and the encouragement of his customers" that assures Medical Place a promising future as a national player in the healthcare industry.

Seawright is a self-made businessman. He is a smart and effective entrepreneur. Seawright has made his mark in the business world by creating jobs and delivering value to his customers. His rise in the political world has flowed from his ability to effectively challenge the existing political system.