Dave Wright (born September 3, 1945) is an American politician and a Republican. He represents District 19 in the Tennessee House of Representatives. District 19 includes the northeastern parts of Knox County, with Corryton as its base—an unincorporated community where Wright resides.
Background:
- Dave Wright attended Gibbs High School in Corryton.
- He holds a Bachelor of Science in business administration from the University of Tennessee.
- Wright also attended the U.S. Army Officer Candidate School.
- During the Vietnam War, he served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Army.
- His professional background includes working for AT&T.
Political Career:
- In 2008, Wright was appointed to the Knox County Commission and later elected to a partial term.
- He was elected to the Tennessee House of Representatives in 2018, securing 72.61% of the vote.
- In 2023, Wright supported a resolution to expel Democratic lawmakers from the legislature for violating decorum rules—an unprecedented move.
Family:
- Dave Wright is married to Pat.
- They have one son, William, and a granddaughter named Ansley.
Wright’s commitment to public service and his contributions to Tennessee’s legislative landscape make him a notable figure in state politics.
