David Jolly Builds Momentum, Raises Major Cash Quickly

Republican congressional hopeful David Jolly has been running for Congress less than a week but claimed major momentum on Tuesday. Jolly is seeking the Republican nomination in a special election for the seat left open by the death of U.S. Rep. Bill Young, R-Fla. Jolly served on Youngs staff and has the endorsement of his widow.

On Tuesday, Jolly announced his campaign has brought in more than $100,000 and former Ambassador Mel Sembler, who was the finance chairman for the Republican National Committee (RNC), and businessmen Jim MacDougald and Bill Edwards will be leading his campaign fundraising efforts.

Less than a week after we officially launched our campaign for Floridas 13th Congressional District, I am proud to announce that our supporters have already helped us raise more than $100,000, said Jolly. Now, with the addition of these three amazing finance co-chairs, we will undoubtedly be able to take our campaign to the next level and to every household in Pinellas County. I want to thank Ambassador Sembler, Bill Edwards and Jim MacDougald for their support and willingness to help our campaign, and I am excited to be a part of the momentum their presence will surely bring.