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David Jolly

@davidjolly.bsky.social

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Candidate for Florida Governor. Dad, Husband. Former Congressman, fifth-generation Floridian. Let's start Florida's next chapter today.

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · Jun 5

I’m Democrat David Jolly, and I’m launching my campaign today for Governor of Florida.

Our state is in crisis — not just a crisis of policy, not right versus left, but a crisis of right versus wrong.

It doesn’t have to be this way.

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 2h

We had the first town hall tonight of 4 days of barnstorming through southwest Florida. It was a great night in Venice. Come join us on the trail!

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 5h

Thank you to the Argus Foundation for hosting this week’s luncheon. It was a pleasure to meet with voters and discuss Florida’s most pressing issues.

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 6h

This is the best chance we’ve had to elect a Democratic Florida Governor in the last 30 years. It’s time for us to join together and win next November.

It was a pleasure to speak at the @claycountydems.bsky.social earlier this week and share our vision for Florida’s future.

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 12h

Florida's affordability crisis and culture wars are driving young people away.

According to the FL Chamber: "While Florida saw an influx of residents 60 and older, younger residents, particularly those aged 20-29, are leaving in significant numbers."

Help change that. Join us at davidjolly.com.

David Jolly for Governor | Believe in Florida's Future.

David Jolly is running for Governor of Florida because he believes we can and must do better.

davidjolly.com

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 23h

We've had a great week from Ft. Lauderdale to Tampa to Clay County to Duval. Tonight we start a 4 county swing through Southwest Florida and down the Gulf Coast.

We're taking our campaign to every community in Florida. Be a part of it. Sign up at davidjolly.com.

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 1d

Stopped by First Coast Connect on WJCT News this morning to talk about my Make Florida Affordable Again tour and share what I’ve been hearing from people around the state.

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 1d

Last night, I joined the Hillsborough County LGBTQ+ Dems meeting. Thank you for the invitation and the opportunity to share my vision for a Florida where everyone is given dignity and equity. We stand stronger when we stand together.

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 2d

Join me in Pinellas County next Tuesday!

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with the Democratic Hispanic Caucus of Florida – Pinellas. Hear directly from Hispanic artists in our communities as they share their work and experiences.

Register now: https://bit.ly/46Ir8MH

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 5d

54% of Miami-Dade families don’t earn enough to cover their basic necessities.

The affordability crisis is at the forefront of this election. As Governor, I’m ready to make real changes to keep our families in our great state. Join our coalition.
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Miami-Dade and Broward families struggle to make ends meet, says annual United Way report

South Florida’s affordability crisis is deepening again, the United Way ALICE report finds.

www.wlrn.org

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 6d

Are you ready for a brighter future for Florida?

We’re organizing volunteers in EVERY county in the state to help build our coalition. Join us today: https://secure.ngpvan.com/y52qXZ6LS0SHquf28gZqtA2

Join Team Jolly for Governor

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 7d

Florida families are struggling to afford a place to live. Rent for multifamily units has climbed 39% from 2019-2023. We must work on actionable solutions to the affordability crisis and make Florida a place welcoming to all.
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Nearly 1 million renters across Florida are just one ‘curveball’ away from losing their housing, study finds

Homelessness among Florida families has surged in the last three years as soaring rents and a shortage of affordable housing push more residents into shelters, motels and the streets, a new University...

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 7d

"Prosecutors in Tallahassee are convening a grand jury relating to the Hope Florida scandal."

www.tampabay.com/news/florida...

Prosecutors convening grand jury in Hope Florida investigation

Witnesses have been issued subpoenas in recent weeks.

www.tampabay.com

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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 8d

Breaking News: The White House asked nine top universities to pledge support for President Trump’s agenda to help ensure access to research funding.

Trump Administration Asks Colleges to Sign ‘Compact’ to Get Funding Preference

Demands sent to nine top schools included pledging to freeze tuition for five years and to commit to strict definitions of gender.

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Collier County Democratic Party @collierdems.bsky.social · 9d

📣 County Democratic Party, in partnership with Go Blue Naples, invites you to a Town Hall featuring former Congressman David Jolly.

📅 Date: Mon, Oct 13 from 2-4PM
📍 Location: South Regional Library, 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples
✅Register: www.mobilize.us/colliercountydec/event/833902/

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The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · 10d

"If I'm going to have one bumper sticker in this race, it's probably 'The free state of Florida is a lie'....your personal freedoms have been trampled for six years now."

@davidjolly.bsky.social joins @timmiller.bsky.social in today's Bulwark Podcast:

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 10d

Great to be with my former MSNBC colleague @timmiller.bsky.social on the @thebulwark.com Podcast. We can win Florida in 2026. Listen in as Tim and I discuss! https://www.thebulwark.com/p/van-lathan-and-david-jolly-how-to

Van Lathan and David Jolly: How To Beat Middle Finger MAGAism

Pete Hegseth convenes the military’s top leaders to complain about fat troops and generals and plug his book.

www.thebulwark.com

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 11d

Great to join a dedicated group of Orlando area pro-democracy organizers tonight - Honk for Hope! Political movements drive change. Let's get it done this cycle!

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 11d

David Jolly's chances of beating Byron Donalds to flip Florida—Poll

Campaign strategists for former Representative David Jolly say they think their governor's campaign is on the upswing.

www.newsweek.com

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 11d

This new poll makes it clear: we’re in striking distance of winning this race.

There’s a massive shift happening in our state. I see it everywhere I go. After decades of one-party Republican rule, we have an enormous opportunity to deliver the change Floridians need.

Democrats' Chances of Winning Florida Governor Election Get Big Boost: Poll

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 11d

Florida is home to some of our nation’s leading colleges and universities, but too many of our families are locked out of these flagship universities.

We need to set Florida’s students up for success.

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Bloomberg Opinion @opinion.bloomberg.com · 11d

The Florida governor's mansion has been occupied by a Republican for over 30 years. Can David Jolly change that?

This Florida Democrat Is a Test for the Party's Appeal

David Jolly is running an underdog campaign that may just succeed where other Democrats have failed.

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 11d

🚨 Second poll in 3 weeks has FL Governor's race a pure toss-up.

We can win this race. Join us!

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Byron Donalds, Paul Renner both hold edge — barely — over David Jolly in poll from James Madison Institute

Donalds leads in the fight for the GOP nomination — unless Casey DeSantis jumps in.

floridapolitics.com

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 12d

54% of Miamians are considered “ALICE” – asset-limited, income-constrained, employed.

Simply put, they’re living paycheck to paycheck.

We cannot allow our communities to live like this. Florida needs change and real solutions to our affordability crisis. https://bit.ly/3KIo9Lp

More than half of Miamians can barely make ends meet, new report finds

Shirley Phinzee blinked wearily under the fluorescent lights of a Miami Wendy’s. She had slept in her car the night before, as she has nearly every night since January.

www.union-bulletin.com

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 13d

I’m honored to announce that 40 leaders from Broward County have endorsed my campaign for Governor and our coalition for change.

I’m ready to take this momentum and continue to build our base, mobilize voters, and create a brighter future for Florida.
https://bit.ly/46olrDp

40 current, former Broward leaders back David Jolly for Governor, citing cross-aisle appeal

‘David Jolly is the candidate who can energize Democrats, appeal to independents and common sense Republicans.’

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David Jolly @davidjolly.bsky.social · 13d

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