Daylin Leach Politician

Daylin Leach (born June 23, 1961) is a Democratic member of the Pennsylvania State Senate who has represented the 17th senatorial district since 2009. He was previously a member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 149th district from 2003 to 2009. On April 2, 2013, he announced his candidacy for the U.S. House of Representatives for Pennsylvania's 13th congressional district.Leach is a prominent voice for women's issues and liberal causes in the Pennsylvania legislature. He voted to end the practice of shackling women in the criminal justice system during childbirth, passed legislation to raise awareness of human trafficking and create a hotline for captive workers, and voted to reduce restrictions on abortion clinics. He has called for the acceptance of same-sex marriage and legalizing marijuana.

Personal facts

Daylin Leach
Birth dateJune 23, 1961
Birth place
Philadelphia
Religion
Reform Judaism
Residence
Upper Merion Township Montgomery County Pennsylvania
Education
Temple University
University of Houston Law Center
Profession
Lawyer

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