Alex Andrade (politician)
Robert Alexander Andrade (born July 22, 1989) is a Republican member of the Florida Legislature representing the state's 2nd House district, which includes parts of Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.
Alex Andrade | |
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| Member of the Florida House of Representatives from the 2nd district | |
| Assumed office November 6, 2018 | |
| Preceded by | Frank White |
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| Born | July 22, 1989 George Town, Cayman Islands |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Jessica Andrade |
| Residence | Gulf Breeze |
| Alma mater | University of Florida (BS, JD) |
| Occupation | Attorney |
Florida Politics named Andrade a "winner" of Florida's 2020 Legislative Session because of his pursuit of high-profile conservative policies in the Legislature.[1]
The National Rifle Association endorsed Andrade in both 2018 and 2020.[2]
In 2017, Florida Governor Rick Scott appointed Andrade to serve as a judicial nominating commissioner for the 1st Circuit Court of Florida. He was reappointed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.[3]
Anti-abortion advocacy group Florida Right to Life endorsed Andrade in the 2020 Republican primary.[4]
Career
Andrade defeated Greg Merk in the August 28, 2018 Republican primary, winning 60.5% of the vote.[5] He was unopposed in the general election.
References
- Schorsch, Peter (2020-04-07). "Winners emerging from the 2020 Legislative Session". Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. Retrieved 2020-07-23.
- "The Voter's Self Defense System". Vote Smart. Retrieved 2020-07-23.
- "Circuit and County Courts Appointments 2020". Retrieved 2020-08-07.
- "2020 Primary Election Endorsements". Florida Right To Life. Retrieved 2020-08-07.
- "Florida Department of State - Election Results". results.elections.myflorida.com. Retrieved 29 November 2018.
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