Violet Edwards
Democratic · AL · Madison County Commissioner
Violet Edwards is a Madison County commissioner and the 2026 Democratic nominee for Alabama State Auditor.
Track record
Government Efficiency
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As Madison County Commissioner, Edwards has overseen county departments, managed public resources, and helped guide investments affecting workforce development, senior services, food access, and community infrastructure.
July 4, 2026For
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General
· 5 records
Edwards has served on boards including Ability Plus, Girls Inc., Leadership Greater Huntsville, TARCOG, and the Association of County Commissions of Alabama P.L.A.N. 2026 cohort.
July 4, 2026
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Edwards is vice president of the Alabama Association of Black County Officials and is affiliated with the Association of County Commissions of Alabama Minority Steering Committee.
July 4, 2026
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Before county office, Edwards was president of the North Alabama Coalition for the Homeless and held other community-service roles including Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama second vice president.
July 4, 2026
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Campaign finance reports as of May 1, 2026 listed Edwards with $19,394 raised, $2,213 in other receipts, $10,766 spent, and $10,842 cash on hand in the Alabama State Auditor race.
May 1, 2026
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Edwards was elected to the Madison County Commission in 2020 and re-elected in 2024, becoming the first Black woman to serve on the commission.
November 5, 2024
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Elections
- State Auditor · November 3, 2026 · Alabama
Profile last researched July 4, 2026.