Dickie Drake
Dickie Drake (Republican Party) was a member of the Alabama House of Representatives, representing District 45. He assumed office in 2011. He left office on November 9, 2022.
Drake (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the Alabama House of Representatives to represent District 45. He lost in the Republican primary on May 24, 2022.
Biography
Drake served in the Air Force and Air National Guard for 42 years. Following his retirement, he and his son founded Drake Lawn Maintenance LLC. Drake has served as president of the Leeds Historical Society and president of Leeds Youth Basketball.
Committee assignments
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2023-2024
Drake was assigned to the following committees:
- Jefferson County Legislation Committee, not in office
- House Judiciary Committee
- Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee, Chair
- Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee
- Shelby County Legislation Committee
2021-2022
Drake was assigned to the following committees:
- Shelby County Legislation Committee
- Jefferson County Legislation Committee
- House Judiciary Committee
- Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee, Chair
- Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee
2019-2020
Drake was assigned to the following committees:
- House Judiciary Committee
- Jefferson County Legislation Committee
- Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee, Chair
- Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee
- Shelby County Legislation Committee
2015 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Drake served on the following committees:
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| • Military and Veterans' Affairs, Vice chair |
| • Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| • Shelby County Legislation |
Sponsored legislation
The following table lists bills this person sponsored as a legislator, according to BillTrack50 and sorted by action history. Bills are sorted by the date of their last action. The following list may not be comprehensive. To see all bills this legislator sponsored, click on the legislator's name in the title of the table.
Elections
2022
See also: Alabama House of Representatives elections, 2022
General election
General election for Alabama House of Representatives District 45
Susan DuBose defeated Kari Whitaker in the general election for Alabama House of Representatives District 45 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Susan DuBose (R) | 85.6 | 12,060 | |
| Kari Whitaker (L) | 13.8 | 1,950 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.6 | 86 | ||
| Total votes: 14,096 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Alabama House of Representatives District 45
Susan DuBose defeated incumbent Dickie Drake in the Republican primary for Alabama House of Representatives District 45 on May 24, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Susan DuBose | 67.2 | 5,099 | |
| Dickie Drake | 32.8 | 2,486 | ||
| Total votes: 7,585 | ||||
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2018
General election
General election for Alabama House of Representatives District 45
Incumbent Dickie Drake defeated Jenn Gray in the general election for Alabama House of Representatives District 45 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Dickie Drake (R) | 65.6 | 13,669 | |
| Jenn Gray (D) | 34.3 | 7,148 | ||
| Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 16 | ||
| Total votes: 20,833 (100.00% precincts reporting) | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Alabama House of Representatives District 45
Jenn Gray advanced from the Democratic primary for Alabama House of Representatives District 45 on June 5, 2018.
Candidate | ||
| ✔ | Jenn Gray | |
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Alabama House of Representatives District 45
Incumbent Dickie Drake defeated Ted Crockett in the Republican primary for Alabama House of Representatives District 45 on June 5, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Dickie Drake | 55.9 | 3,340 | |
| Ted Crockett | 44.1 | 2,634 | ||
| Total votes: 5,974 | ||||
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Dickie Drake television spot, "Service." |
2014
Elections for the Alabama House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election took place on June 3, 2014; a runoff election took place where necessary on July 15, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was February 7, 2014. Incumbent Dickie Drake was unopposed in the Republican primary and was unchallenged in the general election.[1][2][3][4]
2011
Drake defeated Paige Parnell (D) in the November 29 special election. He also defeated Michael Sumners and Tommy Joe Alexander in the Republican primary and Republican primary runoff, respectively.[5][6][7]
Campaign themes
2022
Ballotpedia survey responses
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2011
Drake's website highlighted the following campaign themes:[8]
- Creating Jobs & Economic Security: "I will oppose raising taxes on business or individuals and will work to foster an environment that attracts new industry to Alabama because nothing boosts the economy like new jobs. I will also work to help existing businesses stay afloat during these tough times through tax incentives."
- Stopping New Taxes: "It is my commitment to you that I will never support new taxes. Instead, I will insist that government live within its means, just like you and me."
- Stopping Federal Government Intrusion: "I support efforts to invoke the Tenth Amendment of the US Constitution, which provides that any powers not specifically granted to the federal government are reserved to the states. Decisions that affect the personal lives of people should be made at the local level, not by bureaucrats in Washington."
- Bolstering Public Education: "In order to prepare the next generation for competition in the global market, it must be superiorly-educated in relevant subject matter, utilizing the newest technology available."
- Reviving Integrity in Government: "I support efforts to improve our transportation system by visionary thinking and addressing the areas of critical need first. I don’t think road projects should be a pork-barrel process planned in smoke-filled rooms by politicians."
Chamber of Commerce luncheon
On October 20, Drake and opponent Paige Parnell (D) spoke at a Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon. Video of their remarks can be found below:
Dickie Drake speaks at the Leeds Chamber of Commerce luncheon. |
Paige Parnell speaks at the Leeds Chamber of Commerce luncheon. |
Campaign finance summary
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Endorsements
Presidential preference
2012
Dickie Drake endorsed Newt Gingrich in the 2012 presidential election.[9]
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2022
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2021
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In 2021, the Alabama State Legislature was in session from February 2 to May 17.
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2020
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In 2020, the Alabama State Legislature was in session from February 4 to May 18.
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2019
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In 2019, the Alabama State Legislature was in session from March 5 through May 31.
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2018
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In 2018, the Alabama State Legislature was in session from January 9 to March 29.
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2017
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In 2017, the Alabama State Legislature was in session from February 7 through May 19.
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2016
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In 2016, the Alabama State Legislature was in session from February 2 through May 4. The Legislature held a special session from August 15 to September 7.
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2015
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In 2015, the Alabama State Legislature was in session from March 3 through June 4.
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2014
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In 2014, the Alabama State Legislature was in session from January 14 through April 4.
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Additional reading
- Birmingham News, "Special election Tuesday to fill Alabama House seat of the late Owen Drake could be critically important to Jefferson County," November 28, 2011
- Herald News, "Dickie Drake Addresses Campaign Finance Question," October 20, 2011
- Al.com, "Campaign financing accusations fly in Dickie Drake-Paige Parnell race," October 19, 2011
- The Saint Clair Times, "Four to vie for District 45 seat in state House," July 20, 2011
See also
2022 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Alabama Democrats, "Qualified candidates for public office list," accessed February 27, 2014
- ↑ Alabama Republican Party, "State Senate," accessed February 27, 2014
- ↑ Alabama Secretary of State, "Official Democratic Primary Results," accessed June 20, 2014
- ↑ Alabama Secretary of State, "Official Republican Primary Results," accessed June 20, 2014
- ↑ al.com, "Gov. Robert Bentley calls special election to fill two legislative seats," July 11, 2011
- ↑ Al.com, "Drake defeats Alexander in Alabama House District 45 runoff," October 11, 2011
- ↑ Al.com, "Unofficial results show Drake as winner in Alabama House District 45," November 29, 2011
- ↑ Dickie Drake campaign website, "2011 Campaign Website," accessed May 5, 2014
- ↑ Newt Gingrich 2012, "Newt 2012 Announces Alabama Leadership Team," March 12, 2012
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Alabama House of Representatives District 45 2011-2022 |
Succeeded by Susan DuBose (R) |
