Brad Drake

Brad Drake (born February 7, 1975) is a Republican politician who currently serves as a member of the Florida House of Representatives, representing the 5th District, which includes Holmes County, Jackson County, Walton County, Washington County, and northern Bay County, since 2014. He previously represented the 5th District from 2008 to 2012.

History

Drake was born in Fort Walton Beach into a political family, which included his grandfather, J. Troy Peacock, who served as a State Representative; his father, David Earl Drake, who served as Superintendent of Walton County Public Schools; and his cousin, Pat Thomas, who served as the President of the Florida Senate. He attended the University of Florida, graduating with a degree in economics, and after graduation, worked for State Representative Don Brown as a legislative aide.

Florida House of Representatives