Bobby Neal Bright

Democrat Representative of Alabama's 2nd district

http://bright.house.gov

Congresses Served

House Terms

July 21, 1952 (72 years old)

Birthday

Retired lawyer, farmer, and former politician.
Served as a U.S. Representative from 2009 to 2011.
Previously served three terms as the Mayor of Montgomery, Alabama.
Elected to Congress as a Democrat in a historically Republican district.
Known for a conservative voting record within the House Democratic Caucus.
Focused on revitalizing Montgomery’s downtown and riverfront during mayoral tenure.
Balanced the city’s budget annually and created a significant rainy day fund.
Attempted to run for his former congressional seat as a Republican in 2018 but was defeated in the primaries.
Holds degrees in political science, criminal justice, and law.
Worked as a corrections officer before transitioning to law practice.
Active in local politics and community development initiatives.