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"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...
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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.
“This legislation provides local leaders with the tools they need to bring healthy food options directly into communities that have been historically underserved,” Rayner said. floridapolitics.com/archives/764...
Michele Rayner bill takes aim at food insecurity in Florida food deserts
'Access to healthy, fresh food is a right, not a luxury.'
floridapolitics.com
November 7, 2025 at 3:10 PM
“This legislation provides local leaders with the tools they need to bring healthy food options directly into communities that have been historically underserved,” Rayner said. floridapolitics.com/archives/764...
ICYMI: Here's some of the ways Florida Democratic leaders delivered for you ✅
November 6, 2025 at 6:55 PM
ICYMI: Here's some of the ways Florida Democratic leaders delivered for you ✅
"Trump took a victory lap in Miami on the one-year anniversary of his 2024 election victory Wed., but his...meandering hour-long speech made little mention of the growing pain of the government shutdown on Americans," www.yahoo.com/news/article...
In Miami, Trump touts his accomplishments as government shutdown breaks record
Trump’s hour-long speech made little mention of the growing pain of the government shutdown on Americans.
www.yahoo.com
November 6, 2025 at 4:10 PM
"Trump took a victory lap in Miami on the one-year anniversary of his 2024 election victory Wed., but his...meandering hour-long speech made little mention of the growing pain of the government shutdown on Americans," www.yahoo.com/news/article...
BREAKING: Voters have spoken loud and clear. They're fed up with Republican leadership that puts party over people.
Florida's ready for leaders that work for us, not against us.
Florida's ready for leaders that work for us, not against us.
November 5, 2025 at 8:14 PM
BREAKING: Voters have spoken loud and clear. They're fed up with Republican leadership that puts party over people.
Florida's ready for leaders that work for us, not against us.
Florida's ready for leaders that work for us, not against us.
Tom Keen and Shan Rose both ran powerful grassroots campaigns, and their victories last night show the pendulum is swinging and Democrats are the source ✅ https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/11/04/shan-rose-tom-keen-win-orlando-council-seats-outright-chapin-and-tanna-head-to-runoff/
Orlando elections: Shan Rose, Tom Keen win council seats; Chapin and Tanna head to runoff
The results kicked off the start of what could be a wholesale turnover of Orlando’s city government in the coming years.
www.orlandosentinel.com
November 5, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Tom Keen and Shan Rose both ran powerful grassroots campaigns, and their victories last night show the pendulum is swinging and Democrats are the source ✅ https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/11/04/shan-rose-tom-keen-win-orlando-council-seats-outright-chapin-and-tanna-head-to-runoff/
“It’s been 28 years since Miami last elected a Democrat as its mayor and tonight’s result shows that the pendulum is swinging and the Democrats are the source,” said Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried.
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/11/04/miami-mayor-election-higgins-gonzalez-00636777
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/11/04/miami-mayor-election-higgins-gonzalez-00636777
Miami mayor race heads to runoff featuring Dem against DeSantis-endorsed candidate
Eileen Higgins and Emílio González were the top vote getters, meaning they’ll face off in a runoff on Dec. 9.
www.politico.com
November 5, 2025 at 2:20 PM
“It’s been 28 years since Miami last elected a Democrat as its mayor and tonight’s result shows that the pendulum is swinging and the Democrats are the source,” said Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried.
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/11/04/miami-mayor-election-higgins-gonzalez-00636777
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/11/04/miami-mayor-election-higgins-gonzalez-00636777
Congratulations to Chris Dzadovsky on advancing to a run-off for Fort Pierce City Commission! Fort Pierce deserves strong leadership, and Chris is ready to deliver. Let's keep the momentum going!
November 5, 2025 at 1:54 AM
Congratulations to Chris Dzadovsky on advancing to a run-off for Fort Pierce City Commission! Fort Pierce deserves strong leadership, and Chris is ready to deliver. Let's keep the momentum going!
Congratulations to Eileen Higgins for advancing to a run-off in Miami’s Mayoral race! It’s been 28 years since Miami last elected a Democrat as its Mayor and tonight’s result shows Miami is on the path to getting the leadership it deserves.
November 5, 2025 at 1:49 AM
Congratulations to Eileen Higgins for advancing to a run-off in Miami’s Mayoral race! It’s been 28 years since Miami last elected a Democrat as its Mayor and tonight’s result shows Miami is on the path to getting the leadership it deserves.
🎉 Congratulations to Shan Rose on her re-election to Orlando City Commission! We look forward to watching her support the people of Orlando to ensure Central Floridians have the resources they need to thrive.
November 5, 2025 at 1:06 AM
🎉 Congratulations to Shan Rose on her re-election to Orlando City Commission! We look forward to watching her support the people of Orlando to ensure Central Floridians have the resources they need to thrive.
Christine King has been re-elected to the Miami Beach City Commission! 🎊 We are thrilled to celebrate her re-election and know that she will continue to center the needs of the community during her next term.
November 5, 2025 at 1:04 AM
Christine King has been re-elected to the Miami Beach City Commission! 🎊 We are thrilled to celebrate her re-election and know that she will continue to center the needs of the community during her next term.
🎉 Orlando, that's a flip! Tom Keen's victory shows that the pendulum is swinging in our favor as we flipped the final Republican seat on the Orlando City Commission!
November 5, 2025 at 1:03 AM
🎉 Orlando, that's a flip! Tom Keen's victory shows that the pendulum is swinging in our favor as we flipped the final Republican seat on the Orlando City Commission!
🎊 Huge congratulations to Bryan Bain on winning Clermont City Council Seat 2. His win flips the City Council to Democratic control!
November 5, 2025 at 1:02 AM
🎊 Huge congratulations to Bryan Bain on winning Clermont City Council Seat 2. His win flips the City Council to Democratic control!
Congratulations to Alex Fernandez, elected to Miami Beach City Commission, Group 3! We look forward to his leadership in Miami Beach.
November 5, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Congratulations to Alex Fernandez, elected to Miami Beach City Commission, Group 3! We look forward to his leadership in Miami Beach.