Jack Kelly (politician)
Jack Kelly | |
|---|---|
Kelly in 2007 | |
| Member of the Philadelphia City Council from the at-large district | |
| In office July 15, 2004 – January 2, 2012 | |
| Preceded by | Thacher Longstreth |
| Succeeded by | David Oh |
| Member of the Philadelphia City Council from the 7th District | |
| In office January 4, 1988 – January 6, 1992 | |
| Preceded by | Patricia Hughes |
| Succeeded by | Daniel McElhatton |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | Kathleen |
| Children | 4 |
Jack Kelly is an American politician. He is a former Republican member of the Philadelphia City Council.
Kelly originally represented the seventh district on the council. In 1987, he defeated Democratic incumbent Patricia Hughes for the seat,[1] but he was defeated in his bid for reelection four years later by Daniel McElhatton.
Following the death of longtime Republican councilman Thacher Longstreth, Kelly was elected to his at-large seat and served from 2004 to 2012.[2]
Political positions
Kelly is known as a supporter of animal rights.[3] In 2006, he introduced legislation to prohibit the sale of force-fed animal products like foie gras due to animal cruelty concerns.[4][5]
Local animal welfare organizations in Philadelphia present an annual Jack Kelly Leadership Award to public officials who advocate for improved treatment of animals. Kelly won the inaugural award in 2017.[6]
References
- ^ "All 17 Seats Open". The Philadelphia Inquirer. October 27, 1987. Retrieved February 8, 2012.
- ^ "Jack Kelly – Councilman-At-Large". City of Philadelphia official website. City Council, City of Philadelphia. February 15, 2010. Retrieved February 15, 2010.
- ^ "Republican At-large Councilman Jack Kelly Not Returning". CBS Philadelphia. January 17, 2011. Retrieved December 31, 2025.
- ^ "Foie gras is cruel to birds". New Haven Register. May 25, 2006. Retrieved December 31, 2025.
- ^ McLaughlin, Lisa (October 9, 2007). "Fight for Your Right to Pâté". Time. Retrieved December 31, 2025.
- ^ "State Sen. Dinniman honored for animal advocacy". The Mercury. September 12, 2018. Retrieved December 31, 2025.