He acquired a Subway franchise in 1992, and eventually opened 16 restaurants in the Montgomery area before selling them in 2006.
In 2008, midway through his second term, Love ran for the open seat in Alabama's 2nd congressional district after eight-term Republican Terry Everett announced his retirement.
[3] His opponent in the primary run-off was Republican State Senator Harri Anne Smith.
Love had the option of requesting a recount since the margin of victory was less than a point, but opted not to do so and conceded the seat to Bright.
Jay has been married to his wife, Cheri, for 14 years and have four children: Rachel, Addison, Rebecca and Caroline.