Progressive Caucus Announces Third Round of Endorsements for 2020

Coral Springs – Michael Calderin, President of the Democratic Progressive Caucus of Florida, has released the following statement:

The Democratic Progressive Caucus of Florida (DPCF) is excited to announce our third round of endorsed candidates for the 2020 elections.

Recent victories in Florida and around the country show that voters are eager for strong progressives to lead with our shared values. The DPCF offers endorsements in races from US Congress to city commission to highlight those progressive champions who will represent the interests of everyday Floridians and not just the fortunate few.

Candidates applying for DPCF endorsement affirm their support for progressive policy positions on a wide range of topics, including world-class public education, gun safety, environmental protection, healthcare as a human right, and much more. Our caucus is committed to implementing progressive policies at all levels of government as a way to enhance Floridians’ quality of life. This election season is an opportunity for us to spotlight candidates who have the ability to carry the torch through our most dense cities, our sprawling suburbs, and our rural Floridian landscape.

We have reviewed candidates’ responses to our questionnaire and assessed the strength of their campaigns. The DPCF endorsement indicates a candidate is a progressive champion and is running a strong and competitive campaign. We do not endorse in every race. Gerrymandering creates situations where good progressive Democrats must often compete to serve, so we may choose to recognize more than one good choice in a race.

We applaud all the Democratic candidates who are standing and being heard. Running for office is a huge undertaking and they are all to be commended. Too many seats have gone unchallenged in prior election cycles and we are grateful for our Democratic candidates’ commitment to the political process.

The Democratic Progressive Caucus of Florida is proud to endorse

Florida Senate

Shevrin Jones – District 35

Florida House

Joshua Hicks – District 11

Tamika Lyles – District 43

Geraldine Thompson – District 44

Anna Eskamani – District 47

Samuel Vilchez Santiago – District 48

Joan Majid – District 51

Patricia Plantamura – District 66

Jennifer Webb – District 69

Omari Hardy – District 88

To help support these candidates, please consider making a donation to the Florida Progressives PAC. The PAC was formed to support DPCF-endorsed candidates.

Donate online to the Florida Progressive PAC at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/floridaprogressivespac

Checks can be mailed to

Florida Progressives PAC

P.O. Box 612

Crystal River, FL 34423

You can also find a complete list of all our 2020 endorsements here.

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The Democratic Progressive Caucus of Florida is an official charter of the Florida Democratic Party.