Date of Birth: October 31, 1972
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
David Wilson Jolly is an American attorney, lobbyist, and former U.S. Representative for Florida’s 13th congressional district. Born in Dunedin, Florida, Jolly was raised in a family deeply rooted in public service. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Emory University and later graduated from George Mason University School of Law. Jolly began his career as an aide to Congressman Bill Young and later served as his general counsel. When Young passed away, Jolly ran for his seat and won in a special election in 2014. During his tenure, Jolly was known for his moderate Republican views and his willingness to cross party lines. After losing his re-election bid in 2016, Jolly became a political commentator and frequent critic of the Republican Party’s direction under Donald Trump. He is married to Laura Donahoe, and the couple resides in Belleair Bluffs, Florida.
5 Interesting Facts about David Jolly
1. David Jolly worked as a lobbyist before and after his tenure in Congress.
2. He is a vocal advocate for campaign finance reform, emphasizing the need to reduce the influence of money in politics.
3. Jolly switched his party affiliation from Republican to Independent in 2018 due to disagreements with the party’s direction.
4. He is a frequent commentator on MSNBC and CNN, offering critiques and insights on current political events.
5. Jolly proposed the “Stop Act,” legislation aimed at banning federal officeholders from personally soliciting campaign donations.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from David Jolly
1. “Public service should be about people, not partisanship.”
2. “Our democracy is strongest when we ensure it is accessible to all.”
3. “There is no place for hate in our political discourse.”
4. “True leadership is about standing up for what is right, even when it’s not popular.”
5. “The influence of money in politics is the biggest threat to our democracy.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At his peak, David Jolly’s net worth was estimated to be around $1 million.
Children
David Jolly and his wife Laura Donahoe do not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [David Jolly Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Jolly
2. [David Jolly on Ballotpedia](https://ballotpedia.org/David_Jolly
4. [David Jolly MSNBC Contributor](https://www.msnbc.com/msnbc/amp/ncna1006651
5. [David Jolly on Twitter](https://twitter.com/davidjollyfl
