Edward Banks Oliver (born 1955–1956)[1][2] is an American politician who has served as a member of the Alabama House of Representatives from the 81st district serving since 2018. He is a member of the Republican Party.[3]
Ed Oliver | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Alabama House of Representatives from the 81st district | |
| Assumed office November 7, 2018 | |
| Preceded by | Mark Tuggle |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1955–1956 Dadeville, Alabama, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Profession | Pilot |
Biography
editOliver, a native of Dadeville, Alabama, graduated from Dadeville High School in 1974.[4] He then graduated from the University of Alabama in 1979.[5] Before being elected to the Alabama House of Representatives, Oliver served as an aviator in the United States Army and worked as an air ambulance helicopter pilot.[6]
After retiring from air service, Oliver first ran for the Alabama House of Representatives in 2018, in the Republican primary for the 81st district. He advanced to a runoff against Terry Martin,[7] which he won. Oliver faced Democratic nominee Jeremy Jeffcoat in the general election,[8] Oliver campaigned on industrial development and economic growth, as well as education.[1] Oliver won against Jeffcoat in the November general election and was sworn in as state representative.[3]
References
edit- ^ a b Duncan, Dustin (September 11, 2018). "Oliver wants to move the 81st District forward". Alexander City Outlook. Retrieved June 24, 2022.
- ^ "Ed Oliver's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved June 24, 2022.
- ^ a b Williams, Cliff (December 4, 2018). "Tal East, Ed Oliver sworn in as probate judge, House representative for Alexander City area". Alexander City Outlook. Retrieved June 24, 2022.
- ^ Hedreen, Siri (October 26, 2021). "ASU professor, fellow Dadeville grad challenges Rep. Oliver to debate on critical race theory". Alexander City Outlook. Retrieved June 24, 2022.
- ^ "Alabama State Rep. Ed Oliver". LegiStorm. Retrieved June 24, 2022.
- ^ Ross, Sean (March 15, 2019). "Freshman state rep. on Rebuild Alabama 'yes' vote: 'A show of cowardice would not have served my constituents'". Yellowhammer News. Retrieved June 24, 2022.
- ^ Campbell, Donald (June 11, 2018). "Martin, Oliver discuss what makes them qualified". Alexander City Outlook. Retrieved June 24, 2022.
- ^ Williams, Cliff (July 18, 2018). "Oliver to face Jeffcoat in 81 race". Alexander City Outlook. Retrieved June 24, 2022.