David Joyce (politician)
Dave Joyce | |
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Ohio's 14th district | |
| Assumed office January 3, 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Steve LaTourette |
| 39th Prosecutor of Geauga County, Ohio | |
| In office January 5, 1988 – January 3, 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Craig Albert |
| Succeeded by | Jim Flaiz |
| Personal details | |
| Born | David Patrick Joyce March 17, 1957 Cleveland, Ohio |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Kelly Joyce (1990–) |
| Residence | Russell Township |
| Alma mater | University of Dayton |
| Profession | Attorney |
| Website | Representative David Joyce |
David Patrick "Dave" Joyce (born March 17, 1957) is an American politician who has been the United States Representative for Ohio's 14th congressional district since 2013.[2] An attorney, Joyce was previously the Prosecutor of Geauga County, Ohio. He is a member of the Republican Party.
Early life and Education
Dave Joyce was born in Cleveland, Ohio, to a devout Irish Catholic family.[citation needed] His father was a coal salesman. In high school, he played football, and considered joining the priesthood.[citation needed] In 1975, Joyce enrolled at the University of Dayton, a Catholic university in Dayton, Ohio, from which he received a Bachelor of Science degree in 1979, and later a Juris Doctor.[3]
Prosecutor of Geauga County
In 1989, Joyce worked with Lake County Prosecutor Steven C. LaTourette to charge serial murderer and Cult leader Jeffrey Lundgren with the Kirtland cult killings.[4] In 2005, Joyce earned the Family Friendly Workplace Award from the Ohio State Women’s Bar Association.[citation needed]
U.S. House of Representatives
Elections
- 2012
In July 2012, U.S. Congressman Steve LaTourette of Ohio's 14th congressional district announced that he would be retiring in 2012, rather than seek re-election. Joyce was appointed as the replacement nominee on the Republican ticket.[5][6]
Joyce ran in the November general election against perennial Democratic Party candidate Dale Virgil Blanchard, Libertarian David Macko and Green Party candidate Elaine Mastromatteo. Joyce won the election with 54% of the vote.[7]
Committee assignments
Legislation sponsored
In 2014, Joyce introduced the Safe Streets Act with Congresswoman Doris Matsui. The bill would nationalize transportation "design elements" so that streets would be designed with the safety of drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists in mind.[8]
Personal life
Dave married Kelly in 1990. They live in Russell Township with their three children: Trenton, KK, and Bridey. He is a member of the National District Attorney Association and the Ohio Prosecuting Attorney Association. He is also Director of the Geauga Bluecoats Inc.[9]
Electoral history
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| Year | Office | Election | Subject | Party | Votes | % | Opponent | Party | Votes | % | Opponent | Party | Votes | % | Opponent | Party | Votes | % | |||||
| 2012 | U.S. House of Representatives | General | Dave Joyce | Republican | 183,660 | 54% | Dale V. Blanchard | Democratic | 131,638 | 39% | Elaine Mastromatteo | Green | 13,038 | 4% | David Macko | Libertarian | 11,536 | 3% | * | ||||
*Write-in candidates Aaron Zurbrugg received 6 votes (<1%), Erick Robinson received 0 votes, and Steven Winfield received 0 votes.
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| Year | Office | Election | Subject | Party | Votes | % | Opponent | Party | Votes | % | Opponent | Party | Votes | % | |||||||||
| 2014 | U.S. House of Representatives | General | Dave Joyce | Republican | 135,736 | 63% | Michael Wager | Democratic | 70,856 | 33% | David Macko | Libertarian | 7,988 | 4% | * | ||||||||
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References
- ^ http://www.rollcall.com/new-members/david-joyce-house-r-ohio-14.html
- ^ David Joyce, R (Ohio-14) : Roll Call
- ^ "Ohio, 14th House District". National Journal. Atlantic Media Company. Retrieved 1 July 2014.
- ^ Northeast Ohio GOP leaders choose David Joyce to replace outgoing Rep. Steve LaTourette on ballot (updated) | cleveland.com
- ^ Sherman, Jake (2012-07-30). "Steve LaTourette blames polarizing climate for departure". Politico. Retrieved 11 July 2014.
- ^ Gomez, Henry (10 August 2012). "Northeast Ohio GOP leaders choose David Joyce to replace outgoing Rep. Steve LaTourette on ballot". Cleveland.com. Retrieved 11 July 2014.
- ^ "2012 Ohio House Results". Politico. Retrieved 11 July 2014.
- ^ Martin, Aaron. "Bipartisan measure would improve road safety". Ripon Advance. February 10, 2014. (Retrieved 02-11-14).
- ^ Geauga County Prosecutor - About the Prosecutor
- ^ "Election Results". Ohio Secretary of State. Retrieved 2014-03-01.
- ^ "Election Results". Ohio Secretary of State. Retrieved 2015-01-26.
External links
- Congressman David Joyce official U.S. House website
- Dave Joyce for Congress
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- Appearances on C-SPAN
- Biography at the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress
- Financial information (federal office) at the Federal Election Commission
- Legislation sponsored at the Library of Congress
- Profile at Vote Smart
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