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Magar Endorsed by Florida Right to Life

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Magar, a consistent advocate for life in the Florida House, is proud
to be endorsed by the state’s largest pro-life advocacy organization.

The MaryLynn Magar Campaign today announced the endorsement of Florida Right to Life Political Action Committee, the state’s largest pro-life political advocacy organization. Since Magar was elected to House District 82 in 2012, she has been a consistent and strong pro-life advocate in the Legislature. She is seeking reelection to a fourth and final term. [Read more…] about Magar Endorsed by Florida Right to Life

Miami-Dade County Commissioner Esteban “Steve” Bovo Endorses Diaz

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Commissioner Bovo joins a host of Miami-Dade elected
officials in backing Manny Diaz’s bid for the Florida Senate.

The Manny Diaz Campaign today announced the endorsement of Miami-Dade County District 13 Commissioner Esteban “Steve” Bovo. Diaz has represented District 103 in the Florida House of Representatives since 2012 and is seeking the District 36 seat in the state senate. Bovo’s endorsement comes on the heels of support for Diaz from numerous local officials in Miami-Dade County.  [Read more…] about Miami-Dade County Commissioner Esteban “Steve” Bovo Endorses Diaz

Town of Ocean Breeze Council President Ken De Angeles Endorses Overdorf

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De Angeles says Overdorf is the clear choice for House District 73.

The Toby Overdorf Campaign today announced the endorsement of Ken De Angeles, President of the Town of Ocean Breeze Council. Overdorf, a Republican, is running for the District 83 seat in the Florida House of Representatives, currently held by Gayle Harrell, who faces term limits this year. [Read more…] about Town of Ocean Breeze Council President Ken De Angeles Endorses Overdorf

Public Defender Larry Eger Endorses Gregory

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Tommy Gregory’s momentum continues with the endorsement
of Florida’s 12th Judicial Circuit Public Defender Larry Eger.

The Tommy Gregory Campaign today announced the endorsement of Larry Eger, Public Defender in Florida’s 12th Judicial Circuit. Gregory is running for the District 73 seat in the Florida House of Representatives, currently held by Joe Gruters, who is running for the Florida Senate. [Read more…] about Public Defender Larry Eger Endorses Gregory

Neil Combee Campaign Announces Endorsement of Former Polk County Sheriff Lawrence Crow

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Former Polk County Sheriff Lawrence Crow has announced his endorsement of Neil Combee for Congress.

Former Sheriff Crow says, “I’ve known and worked with the Combee family for decades having served with Neil’s father in the Lakeland Police force. I can say without a doubt, Neil Combee has the honesty and integrity to represent the values of the hard working people of this Congressional district. As a former Sheriff I trust Neil Combee to uphold the Constitution, respect our sworn law enforcement officers and keep the United States a place where the rule of law matters.” [Read more…] about Neil Combee Campaign Announces Endorsement of Former Polk County Sheriff Lawrence Crow

Mayor Billy Bain Endorses Diaz

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The Miami Springs mayor is the latest Miami-Dade official to throw his support behind Diaz’s candidacy for the Florida Senate

The Manny Diaz Campaign today announced the endorsement of Miami Springs Mayor Billy Bain. Diaz has represented District 103 in the Florida House of Representatives since 2012 and is seeking the District 36 seat in the state senate. Bain joins a growing list of Miami-Dade elected officials, including seven other mayors, who have endorsed Diaz in recent weeks.

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Citing Longtime Work on Women’s Issues, Bob Doyel Touts Endorsement from the National Organization for Women (NOW)

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Today, Democratic candidate for Florida Senate District 22, Bob Doyel, announced an endorsement from the National Organization for Women (NOW) while citicing his long time work to end violence against women.

Bob Doyel has been a vocal activist for the testing of more than 13,400 untested rape kits in Florida. Today, the democratic challenger took to his campaign’s facebook account to share with supporters that he has received the endorsement from the Florida Chapter of the National Organization for Women.

“I am proud and honored to have the support of the National Organization for Women as I work to make women’s equality a priority in the Florida Senate,” Doyel wrote. “I’ve been fighting to shine a light on the issue of violence against women for many years, and have worked hard to give a voice to women in the judicial process. That work will continue in the Florida Senate.”

Doyel’s work was recently highlighted in his local newspaper, “The Ledger,” after 47 year old Stephen Berouty was convicted earlier this month for a rape that happened back in 2003.

“This is a public safety issue,” Doyel told The Ledger. “Testing these kits could identify a serial rapist that we need to get off the streets.”  

Bob Doyel is a retired circuit court judge, law professor, and vietnam veteran who has lived in Polk county for more than three decades. Doyel is running in one Florida Democrats’ most competitive State Senate Districts and is hoping to unseat incumbent Kelli Stargel of Lakeland.  

Mayor Yioset De La Cruz Endorses Diaz

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The longtime mayor of Hialeah Gardens is the latest local
leader to support Manny Diaz’s run for the Florida Senate

The Manny Diaz Campaign today announced the endorsement of Hialeah Gardens Mayor Yioset De La Cruz. Diaz has represented District 103 in the Florida House of Representatives since 2012 and is seeking the District 36 seat in the state senate. De La Cruz’s endorsement comes on the heels of Hialeah Mayor Carlos Hernandez’s earlier this week.

“Manny Diaz has distinguished himself as an effective leader,” said De La Cruz. “During his time in the House, he has represented our community well and has been a tireless advocate for education reform and increased opportunity for all Floridians. I am proud to endorse his candidacy for Florida Senate, and I look forward to continuing to work with him.”

A native of Cuba, De La Cruz came to Miami in 1983 and moved to Hialeah Gardens the following year. In 2000, he was elected Mayor of Hialeah Gardens, becoming one of the youngest mayors in the state. He is currently the youngest mayor in Miami-Dade County. De La Cruz is very active with the Florida League of Cities, serving as Chairman of its Intergovernmental Legislative Policy Committee.

“I’m grateful to have the support of a dedicated public servant like Mayor De La Cruz,”’ said Diaz. “For many years, he has devoted himself to working hard to make Hialeah Gardens a better place, and I’m honored to have him and so many other local leaders supporting me.”

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Lisa Carlton Endorses Tommy Gregory for Florida House

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The former state senator says Gregory’s leadership experience
and military service make him the right choice for District 73

The Tommy Gregory Campaign today announced the endorsement of former State Senator Lisa Carlton, who also served Southwest Florida in the Florida House of Representatives. Gregory is running for the District 73 seat in the Florida House of Representatives, currently held by Joe Gruters, who is running for the Florida Senate.

“Tommy Gregory’s leadership experience and service to our country make him the clear choice for District 73,” said Carlton. “I’m confident that he will be a reliable and strong voice for low taxes and other policies that will make our community even stronger.”

Carlton, an eighth generation Floridian, was elected in 1994 to the Florida House, where she served two terms. She then served for ten years in the Florida Senate, including as Senate Pro Tempore from 2006 to 2008. Currently, she is a guest lecturer at the Bob Graham Center for Public Service at the University of Florida and at the Lou Frey Institute of Politics and Government at the University of Central Florida.

“Lisa Carlton has a distinguished record of public service, both as an elected official and as a private citizen,” said Gregory. “I’m honored to have her support, and I look forward to working with her and other community leaders who work so hard to make Southwest Florida such a great place to call home.”

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Caldwell Locks Another Key Endorsement Block in Bid for Commissioner of Agriculture

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Announces Unanimous Support from Returning
Republican House Members from Northeast Florida

Representative Matt Caldwell today announced the unanimous endorsements of returning Republican House members from Northeast Florida, in the third wave of legislative endorsements announced by the campaign, which follows the unanimous support of House members from the Panhandle and Southwest Florida delegations. Since launching his bid for Florida Commissioner of Agriculture, Representative Caldwell continues to travel the Sunshine State talking to voters, sharing his conservative message and building support for his grassroots campaign.
Representative Caldwell said, “I am proud to have received endorsements from Republican House members in Northeast Florida. I will continue to work hard to earn the trust and support of voters across the Sunshine State, who deserve a Commissioner that has the leadership and policy experience to lead in Tallahassee on day one.”
The third wave of legislative endorsements includes:

  • Rep. Cord Byrd (R- Neptune Beach)
  • Rep. Travis Cummings (R- Fleming Island)
  • Rep. Jason Fischer (R- Jacksonville)
  • Rep. Bobby Payne (R- Palatka)
  • Rep. Paul Renner (R- Palm Coast)
  • Rep. Cyndi Stevenson (R- St. Johns)
  • Rep. Clay Yarborough (R- Jacksonville)

Rep. Cord Byrd said, “I am excited to endorse Matt Caldwell in his campaign to be Florida’s next Commissioner of Agriculture. No one has been more effective in shaping policy and ensuring prosperity for the agriculture community in the Sunshine State.”
Rep. Travis Cummings said, “I am proud to endorse my friend Matt Caldwell for Commissioner of Agriculture. We have worked together on issues together throughout our time in the Florida House including pension reform, which was a big priority for the City of Jacksonville.”
Rep. Jason Fischer said, “I am excited to endorse Matt Caldwell in his campaign to be Florida’s next Commissioner of Agriculture. His leadership, work ethic, and policy expertise will result in the continued success of the department and the industries it oversees.”
Rep. Bobby Payne said, “In order to address the lessons learned from Hurricane Irma during the upcoming legislative session, Matt travelled to our region in the wake of the storm to see the flooding and infrastructure needs of our community firsthand. That is the mark of a true leader and I am proud to endorse his bid for Commissioner of Agriculture.”
Rep. Paul Renner said, “Matt Caldwell has proven himself to be a strong conservative leader for Northeast Florida in the Florida House and no one is more qualified to serve as our Florida’s next Commissioner of Agriculture. I am proud to give him my endorsement.”
Rep. Clay Yarborough said, “I am proud to support Matt Caldwell. He is a principled conservative with the policy and leadership credentials to successfully serve Floridians as our next Commissioner of Agriculture.”