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Harvey Walden
Office history
Current office and 2026 campaign
Harvey Walden is the Republican nominee for Jackson-Madison County School Board District 4 (Position 1) in the August 6, 2026 election, in a race that includes Democratic candidate Claire Spotts.12 According to his campaign, he serves on the Jackson-Madison County School Board, including as its chairman.13
Background and education
Walden was born and grew up in Haywood County, Tennessee, before moving to Jackson, where he has lived for more than 20 years.1 He completed EMT training at Jackson State Community College and studied religious studies and business at Pensacola Christian College.1
Career
Walden has been self-employed for about 35 years and operates a commercial roofing business.1
Family
Walden and his wife, Darlene, have three children.1 He served as a Boy Scout scoutmaster for 12 years and has mentored youth through church groups.1
Sources
Public filings
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Tennessee — campaign finance (search)
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State offices (Governor, TN Senate, TN House, State Executive Committee, statewide judiciary) —
Tennessee Registry of Election Finance.
Click Search for Candidates and PACs, enter last name “Walden”, and submit.
US House, US Senate, and Presidential candidates file with the FEC — see the federal section below. - County and municipal offices (County Mayor, Commissioner, Sheriff, School Board, court clerks, municipal alderman, etc.) — most major TN counties use the EasyVote portal. Select the relevant county and search by candidate name (“Walden”).
Tennessee — statement of interest
- Required for state and local officials and candidates — Tennessee Ethics Commission Conflict of Interest Search. Enter last name “Walden”and, if needed, select the applicable position.