David Eugene Lucas Sr. (born April 23, 1950) is an American politician. He is a member of the Georgia State Senate from the 26th District, serving since 2012. He is a member of the Democratic party.[1] Prior to being a Senator, he served in the Georgia House of Representatives from 1974 to 2011. Lucas is also a founding member of 100 Black Men of America.[2] He is the father of failed comedian David Lucas and gridiron football player Al Lucas who died during a game while playing for the Los Angeles Avengers.[3]
David Lucas | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Georgia State Senate from the 26th district | |
| Assumed office January 14, 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Miriam Paris |
| Member of the Georgia House of Representatives | |
| In office January 13, 1975 – July 1, 2011 | |
| Succeeded by | James Beverly |
| Constituency | 102nd district (1975–1993) 124th district (1993–2003) 105th district (2003–2005) 139th district (2005–2011) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | David Eugene Lucas April 23, 1950 Peach County, Georgia, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Elaine |
| Children | 2, including Al |
References
edit- ^ "C. Black". Project Vote Smart. Retrieved April 27, 2015.
- ^ "Senator David Lucas" (PDF). State of Georgia Senate. February 2018. Retrieved 16 November 2022.
- ^ WEINTRAUB, Robert (April 16, 2013). "Football's Worst Nightmare".
External links
edit- Profile at the Georgia State Senate
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