Rep Brad Drake
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Age 35
Residence Eucheeanna
Time in the Legislature Two years
Political Affiliation Republican
What did you want to be when you were growing up ?
A stockbroker I have a degree in economics from the University of Florida
What do you consider to be your biggest political achievement ?
HB 31 which is the right to free speech at is based on a case in Santa Rosa County where a student was not allowed to speak at her graduation.
What was your biggest political faux pas ?
So far I've been fortunate in the fact that I haven't had any.
Who in state government do you admire the most ?
My gradfather J. Troy Peacock who served in the Florida House of Representatives from 1937 to 1959.
Who in all the world do you most admire ?
My father David Earl Drake who was superintendent of Walton County Schools from 1976-1980.
Who is your favorite lawmaker of the opposite party and why ?
Zell Miller who was Governor of Georgia from 1991-1999 and a U.S. Senator from 2000-2005 he is a great leader and stands by his principles.
What do you remember as being your wackiest constituent request ?
A man called about his health care plan and wanted me to do something about it.
What is your favorite place in the world ?
Florida Field at the University of Florida when the Gators are playing a home football game.
What is your least favorite household chore ?
Cleaning up after myself.
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