Jack Kelly (politician)
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Jack Kelly | |
|---|---|
 Kelly in 2007 | |
| Member of the Philadelphia City Council from the At-Large District | |
| In office July 15, 2004 – January 2, 2012 | |
| Preceded by | Thacher Longstreth |
| Succeeded by | David Oh |
| Member of the Philadelphia City Council from the 7th District | |
| In office January 4, 1988 – January 6, 1992 | |
| Preceded by | Patricia Hughes |
| Succeeded by | Daniel McElhatton |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Kathleen |
| Children | 4 |
Jack Kelly is an American politician. He is a former Republican member of the Philadelphia City Council.
Kelly originally represented the seventh district on the council. In 1987, he defeated Democratic incumbent Patricia Harris for the seat,[1] but he was defeated in his bid for reelection four years later by Daniel McElhatton.
Following the death of longtime Republican councilman Thacher Longstreth, Kelly was elected to his at-large seat and served from 2004 to 2012.[2]
References[edit]
- ^ "All 17 Seats Open". The Philadelphia Inquirer. October 27, 1987. Retrieved February 8, 2012.
- ^ "Jack Kelly – Councilman-At-Large". City of Philadelphia official website. City Council, City of Philadelphia. 2010-02-15. Retrieved 2010-02-15.
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