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Edmonique Murphy

for Shelby County Commissioner, District 8

"Rooted in Resilience. Driven by Purpose. Committed to Justice."

My name is Edmonique Murphy, and I’m running to be your next Shelby County Commissioner for District 8.

My journey—from surviving the displacement caused by Hurricane Katrina over 20 years ago to serving in the Shelby County and Memphis city justice systems—has prepared me to fight for what our community needs most: equity, accountability, and access. As a public servant, counselor, legal advocate, and founder of a faith-based coalition, I’ve seen firsthand how broken systems impact real people. I’ve also seen what’s possible when leaders listen, lead with purpose, and fight for change.

🎓 Educated. Experienced. Effective.

  • B.A. in Psychology & Criminal Justice, University of Memphis

  • Master of Legal Studies, University of Tennessee

  • Counselor – Shelby County Pretrial Services

  • Former Principal Court Clerk – Juvenile Court

  • Founder – Passion & Purpose: Publishing, Advocacy, Behavioral Health

I’m not running for a title. I’m running for results:
✅ Expanding mental health and youth services
✅ Advocating for criminal justice reform that’s smart and fair
✅ Supporting small businesses, local creatives, and job access
✅ Making sure our tax dollars work for our neighborhoods

This campaign is about us—District 8 residents who deserve to be heard, seen, and served with integrity.

🗣️ Let’s bring faith, fairness, and follow-through back into local leadership.
📍 Let’s build a District 8 that doesn’t just survive—but thrives.

Vote Murphy for County Commissioner, District 8.
Because Purpose Still Matters.

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

Join the Movement for Purpose-Driven Leadership in District 8

Whether you’re passionate about community change, civic engagement, or just tired of the status quo—your voice matters, and there’s a place for you on our team. Let’s work together to bring real representation to District 8.

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We're looking for passionate volunteers to help with:

  • Canvassing (knocking doors, handing out flyers)

  • Phone banking & text banking

  • Community outreach events

  • Social media support & digital engagement

  • Voter registration drives

  • Event setup & logistics

📍 No experience needed—just heart, hustle, and a belief in change.


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This campaign is powered by people—not big corporations or political insiders. Every dollar helps us reach more voters, print more materials, and organize more events.

Ways to give:

  • One-time or monthly donations

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  • In-kind support (printing, venues, etc.)

🎯 Suggested Donations:
$25 = Yard signs for 5 homes
$50 = Fuel for a weekend of canvassing
$100 = Printed flyers for one full zip code
$250+ = Sponsor an entire community event

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