Lee Jordan

Former State Senator, Mississippi

David Lee Jordan, born on April 3, 1934, is an American politician who has been serving as a Democratic member of the Mississippi State Senate, representing the 24th District since 1993.

Lee Jordan no longer holds this office. See the current Mississippi officials.

Portrait of Lee Jordan
Role Former State Senator

Office held, as recorded in the directory.

Service since 2024

Dates of service on record.

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Biography

David Lee Jordan, born on April 3, 1934, is an American politician who has been serving as a Democratic member of the Mississippi State Senate, representing the 24th District since 1993.1

Born in Leflore County, Mississippi, Jordan is the son of a sharecropper who participated in the Civil Rights Movement. He worked for 33 years as a schoolteacher in Mississippi public schools, dedicating his life to education and public service.

Jordan attended the University of Wyoming and Mississippi Valley State University, furthering his education and broadening his horizons. His commitment to education is evident in his political career, where he has been an advocate for educational reform and improvement.

In addition to his role in the Senate, Jordan is a former teacher and Greenwood City Council member. He is the chair of the Senate’s Drug Policy Committee and serves on several other committees. He is an advocate for Medicaid expansion and is concerned about education, drug policy, and tourism.

Jordan’s life is a testament to his dedication to public service and his commitment to the people of Mississippi. His work in the Senate continues to impact the lives of many, and his legacy will undoubtedly continue to influence the state of Mississippi for years to come.

He is married to Christine Bell Jordan, and they currently live in Greenwood, Mississippi.

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References

  1. Official website. billstatus.ls.state.ms.us. Retrieved April 16, 2024.