Office sought: Commission Chair, Fulton County, Georgia
Election date: November 3, 2026
Why we’re endorsing
- As an attorney, educator, and former Fulton County Commissioner, her career has spanned law, higher education, media, civic engagement and public service.
- As a Fulton County Commissioner, she focused on government accountability, constituent engagement, healthcare, housing, elections and improving the way county services work for residents.
- Brought county government directly to the public through town halls and community conversations and has emphasized collaboration among Fulton County, its 15 cities and regional partners.
- Strengthened accountability around maternal and infant health and animal services. Passed measures requiring Fulton County to track its maternal and infant health efforts and provide quarterly reporting on Animal Services.
- Transferred an unused Fulton County property to the City of Hapeville for community use. Worked with Hapeville leadership to complete the transfer within her first 100 days in office.
- Restored more than $2 million for supportive housing. Helped recover funding so those dollars could again be used to support affordable and supportive housing initiatives.
- Made direct constituent engagement a priority. Held town halls and community meetings throughout the district to give residents direct access to county government and information about county services and major issues.
- Helped prevent two controversial appointments to Fulton’s Board of Registration and Elections. Voted against the appointments of Julie Adams and Jason Frazier and stood by that position during the subsequent dispute over the Board’s membership..
Candidate’s platform
Ivory is focused on four priorities:
- Fix the Jail. Address the jail as a system-wide challenge, including conditions, staffing, diversion, behavioral health services and the movement of cases through the justice system.
- Fund the Court. Make sure Fulton’s courts have the resources necessary to move cases efficiently, reduce unnecessary delays and provide residents with a justice system that works.
- Expand Healthcare. Increase healthcare access and capacity, particularly in underserved communities, while making sure major public investments are driven by demonstrated need, data and measurable results.
- Protect Our Elections. Support professional election administration, protect every eligible vote and preserve local control of Fulton County elections.
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