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"Over the past decade, President Trump has continuously ramped up his extreme calls for violence and has repeatedly put lives in danger with his menacing rhetoric," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.
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Florida Democratic Party Responds to Trump’s Reckless Call for U.S. Veterans and Lawmakers to be Executed for Telling the Truth
Today, in a reckless, unprecedented, and extremely dangerous Truth Social post, President Trump called for the execution of members of Congress and his political adversaries. Democratic Party Chair Ni...
floridadems.org
November 20, 2025 at 10:22 PM
"Over the past decade, President Trump has continuously ramped up his extreme calls for violence and has repeatedly put lives in danger with his menacing rhetoric," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.
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“Our sensitive, pristine natural environments are not up for auction to the highest bidder, no matter what Trump has promised his big oil donors," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.
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Florida Democratic Party Responds to Trump Administration Proposal to Open Florida’s Coasts to Offshore Drilling
Today, the Trump Administration announced a proposal to open Florida’s coasts to offshore drilling. Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried issued the following statement upon the announcement: “Trump’s pr...
floridadems.org
November 20, 2025 at 9:36 PM
“Our sensitive, pristine natural environments are not up for auction to the highest bidder, no matter what Trump has promised his big oil donors," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.
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ICYMI: Here's some of the ways Florida Democratic leaders delivered for you ✅
November 20, 2025 at 5:04 PM
ICYMI: Here's some of the ways Florida Democratic leaders delivered for you ✅
"Florida single-family home sales have been spotty at best for much of this year, showing unease in the housing market. Now, a new report shows Florida topped all other states in the number of home foreclosures in October." floridapolitics.com/archives/766...
Florida ranks tops among states for home foreclosures in October
The Tampa metro area saw the most foreclosures last month in the U.S. among major metros.
floridapolitics.com
November 20, 2025 at 2:16 PM
"Florida single-family home sales have been spotty at best for much of this year, showing unease in the housing market. Now, a new report shows Florida topped all other states in the number of home foreclosures in October." floridapolitics.com/archives/766...
Healthcare costs are skyrocketing, and failed Republican leadership is forcing Floridians to make impossible choices.
Democrats aren't backing down. We're fighting to make your life affordable.
Democrats aren't backing down. We're fighting to make your life affordable.
November 19, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Healthcare costs are skyrocketing, and failed Republican leadership is forcing Floridians to make impossible choices.
Democrats aren't backing down. We're fighting to make your life affordable.
Democrats aren't backing down. We're fighting to make your life affordable.
‼️ SPECIAL ELECTION ALERT: Join our Take Back Local Night of Action to help make sure Democrats know when and where to vote in the upcoming SD-11 and HD-90 Special Elections on December 9.
Register now >> https://www.mobilize.us/floridadems/event/854939/
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November 19, 2025 at 3:34 PM
‼️ SPECIAL ELECTION ALERT: Join our Take Back Local Night of Action to help make sure Democrats know when and where to vote in the upcoming SD-11 and HD-90 Special Elections on December 9.
Register now >> https://www.mobilize.us/floridadems/event/854939/
Register now >> https://www.mobilize.us/floridadems/event/854939/
With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of Davey Jones, a longtime party leader from Okaloosa. His kindness, determination and dedication to the Democratic party will be remembered and deeply missed.
November 18, 2025 at 6:30 PM
With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of Davey Jones, a longtime party leader from Okaloosa. His kindness, determination and dedication to the Democratic party will be remembered and deeply missed.
🚨RUNOFF ELECTION ALERT: Join our Night of Action to help make sure Democrats know when and where to vote in the upcoming runoff elections on December 9.
Register now >> https://www.mobilize.us/miamidadeyoungdemocrats/event/868580/
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Runoff Election GOTV Night of Action Phonebank · Miami-Dade Young Democrats
Join the Florida Democratic Party for our **Runoff Election Night of Action** as we get out the vote in the City of Miami Mayoral, City of Miami Beach Commissioner, Group I, and Winter Haven runoff el...
www.mobilize.us
November 18, 2025 at 5:18 PM
🚨RUNOFF ELECTION ALERT: Join our Night of Action to help make sure Democrats know when and where to vote in the upcoming runoff elections on December 9.
Register now >> https://www.mobilize.us/miamidadeyoungdemocrats/event/868580/
Register now >> https://www.mobilize.us/miamidadeyoungdemocrats/event/868580/
"At least one Central FL SNAP recipient said she still hasn't received her federal food assistance...Sabrina Simmons said she and her husband have struggled this last month to feed their four children."
https://mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2025/11/17/some-snap-recipients-still-unfunded-
https://mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2025/11/17/some-snap-recipients-still-unfunded-
Florida SNAP recipient still waiting on funds post-shutdown
The USDA announced SNAP recipients should be getting their benefits by this week, but at least one Central Florida woman is still waiting.
mynews13.com
November 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
"At least one Central FL SNAP recipient said she still hasn't received her federal food assistance...Sabrina Simmons said she and her husband have struggled this last month to feed their four children."
https://mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2025/11/17/some-snap-recipients-still-unfunded-
https://mynews13.com/fl/orlando/news/2025/11/17/some-snap-recipients-still-unfunded-
"Florida is getting hit hard...For Celeste Jameson, 41, a paralegal who lives in North Port, the monthly premiums next year will more than double, from $266 to $593."
https://www.wusf.org/health-news-florida/2025-11-18/soaring-health-care-costs-stun-tampa-area-workers-who-buy-insurance-through-aca
https://www.wusf.org/health-news-florida/2025-11-18/soaring-health-care-costs-stun-tampa-area-workers-who-buy-insurance-through-aca
Soaring health care costs stun Florida workers who buy insurance through ACA
Prices are spiking as temporary COVID-era subsidies end and insurers raise rates to offset people leaving the coverage pool. For many, the premiums will be too high to retain their plan.
www.wusf.org
November 18, 2025 at 2:11 PM
"Florida is getting hit hard...For Celeste Jameson, 41, a paralegal who lives in North Port, the monthly premiums next year will more than double, from $266 to $593."
https://www.wusf.org/health-news-florida/2025-11-18/soaring-health-care-costs-stun-tampa-area-workers-who-buy-insurance-through-aca
https://www.wusf.org/health-news-florida/2025-11-18/soaring-health-care-costs-stun-tampa-area-workers-who-buy-insurance-through-aca
🗣️🚨 If you're ready to run for office but don't know where to start, our Ready to Run training is for you! We’ll walk you step-by-step through the filing process, setting up your campaign, and accessing FDP resources to get started.
Register now >> https://www.mobilize.us/floridadems/event/863736/
Register now >> https://www.mobilize.us/floridadems/event/863736/
November 17, 2025 at 6:40 PM
🗣️🚨 If you're ready to run for office but don't know where to start, our Ready to Run training is for you! We’ll walk you step-by-step through the filing process, setting up your campaign, and accessing FDP resources to get started.
Register now >> https://www.mobilize.us/floridadems/event/863736/
Register now >> https://www.mobilize.us/floridadems/event/863736/
Our Take Back Local candidates are ready to show up, listen, and deliver for Floridians who are tried of Republican chaos.
Visit floridadems.org to find voting info and ways get involved 🗳️
Visit floridadems.org to find voting info and ways get involved 🗳️
November 17, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Our Take Back Local candidates are ready to show up, listen, and deliver for Floridians who are tried of Republican chaos.
Visit floridadems.org to find voting info and ways get involved 🗳️
Visit floridadems.org to find voting info and ways get involved 🗳️
"Rising prices for home and flood insurance have added to the [affordability crisis in southwest Florida], leaving working- and middle-class families struggling with the costs of living in a disaster-prone area," www.npr.org/2025/11/17/n...
Disaster and insurance costs are rising. The middle class is struggling to hang on
Middle-class families are struggling to afford insurance in southwest Florida. Realtors say a wave of foreclosures could be coming.
www.npr.org
November 17, 2025 at 3:45 PM
"Rising prices for home and flood insurance have added to the [affordability crisis in southwest Florida], leaving working- and middle-class families struggling with the costs of living in a disaster-prone area," www.npr.org/2025/11/17/n...
"Florida's public schools will be the first to follow a conservative educational model developed by a group known for authoring Project 2025, now that the State Board of Education approved a new framework known as the Phoenix Declaration." www.yahoo.com/news/article...
Florida first in nation to adopt conservative educational plan from Heritage Foundation
Florida schools will follow a conservative educational model under the Phoenix Declaration, developed by the Heritage Foundation.
www.yahoo.com
November 14, 2025 at 4:51 PM
"Florida's public schools will be the first to follow a conservative educational model developed by a group known for authoring Project 2025, now that the State Board of Education approved a new framework known as the Phoenix Declaration." www.yahoo.com/news/article...
The shutdown is over, but 4.7M Floridians still risk not being able to afford their healthcare once ACA subsidies expire.
Every FL Democrat in Congress stood united against the short-term spending deal, and will continue fighting to protect affordable health care in our state.
Every FL Democrat in Congress stood united against the short-term spending deal, and will continue fighting to protect affordable health care in our state.
November 13, 2025 at 6:41 PM
The shutdown is over, but 4.7M Floridians still risk not being able to afford their healthcare once ACA subsidies expire.
Every FL Democrat in Congress stood united against the short-term spending deal, and will continue fighting to protect affordable health care in our state.
Every FL Democrat in Congress stood united against the short-term spending deal, and will continue fighting to protect affordable health care in our state.
“After weeks of Republican chaos, the longest government shutdown in U.S. history is finally over, but working families are still paying the price. This short-term deal isn’t a win for Americans; it’s just a stopgap," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.
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The Government is Set to Reopen, but 4.7 Million Floridians Remain at risk of Losing their Health Care in 2026
Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried released the following statement after the House vote to reopen the government: “After weeks of Republican chaos, the longest government shutdown in U.S. his...
floridadems.org
November 13, 2025 at 1:31 AM
“After weeks of Republican chaos, the longest government shutdown in U.S. history is finally over, but working families are still paying the price. This short-term deal isn’t a win for Americans; it’s just a stopgap," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.
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Oh look, receipts! DeSantis never cared about protecting Florida’s environment, just about helping his millionaire buddies cash in. https://www.sun-sentinel.com/2025/11/12/scrapped-plans-to-build-in-florida-parks-came-from-desantis-office-suit-says/
Scrapped plans to build in Florida parks came from DeSantis’ office, suit says
Documents filed in a lawsuit allege that plans to build hotels and golf courses in nine Florida state parks, later dropped after a public backlash, “came directly from the governor’s office.”…
www.sun-sentinel.com
November 12, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Oh look, receipts! DeSantis never cared about protecting Florida’s environment, just about helping his millionaire buddies cash in. https://www.sun-sentinel.com/2025/11/12/scrapped-plans-to-build-in-florida-parks-came-from-desantis-office-suit-says/
Florida Republicans have made their priorities clear, and every day, Floridians are paying the price.
November 12, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Florida Republicans have made their priorities clear, and every day, Floridians are paying the price.
Happy Veterans Day! To our Florida veterans: Your sacrifice and service have shaped our state and nation. We honor your courage, commitment, and the freedoms you've protected 🇺🇸
November 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Happy Veterans Day! To our Florida veterans: Your sacrifice and service have shaped our state and nation. We honor your courage, commitment, and the freedoms you've protected 🇺🇸
Today, we honor all those who've served our nation. Florida's veterans embody the strength and resilience of our state.
Florida Democrats are committed to fighting for the support and resources you deserve 🇺🇸💙
Florida Democrats are committed to fighting for the support and resources you deserve 🇺🇸💙
November 11, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Today, we honor all those who've served our nation. Florida's veterans embody the strength and resilience of our state.
Florida Democrats are committed to fighting for the support and resources you deserve 🇺🇸💙
Florida Democrats are committed to fighting for the support and resources you deserve 🇺🇸💙
"Republicans have once again betrayed the American people. This deal will force millions of Americans to choose between medicine or groceries," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.
Full statement ⤵️ floridadems.org/2025/11/the-...
Full statement ⤵️ floridadems.org/2025/11/the-...
THE SENATE’S SHORT-TERM DEAL TO OPEN THE GOVERNMENT IS NOT A REAL SOLUTION: AMERICANS DESERVE HEALTHCARE
Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried released the following statement in response to reports of a short-term deal to end the Republican government shutdown: “A temporary deal to end the shutdown...
floridadems.org
November 10, 2025 at 7:08 PM
"Republicans have once again betrayed the American people. This deal will force millions of Americans to choose between medicine or groceries," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.
Full statement ⤵️ floridadems.org/2025/11/the-...
Full statement ⤵️ floridadems.org/2025/11/the-...
Florida is home to nearly 1.5 million veterans, and cuts to VA programs mean they lose critical care. Trump and Republicans are turning their backs on our veterans who fulfilled their promise to our nation with strength and courage.
Our heroes deserve better.
Our heroes deserve better.
November 10, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Florida is home to nearly 1.5 million veterans, and cuts to VA programs mean they lose critical care. Trump and Republicans are turning their backs on our veterans who fulfilled their promise to our nation with strength and courage.
Our heroes deserve better.
Our heroes deserve better.
Republicans’ shutdown is forcing Floridians to make an impossible choice: groceries or medicine?
Florida Republicans have made their priorities clear, and every day, Florida's families are paying the price.
Florida Republicans have made their priorities clear, and every day, Florida's families are paying the price.
November 7, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Republicans’ shutdown is forcing Floridians to make an impossible choice: groceries or medicine?
Florida Republicans have made their priorities clear, and every day, Florida's families are paying the price.
Florida Republicans have made their priorities clear, and every day, Florida's families are paying the price.