A.G. Gancarski
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is backing Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis as he runs for Congress.
The endorsement comes from the NFIB FedPAC, NFIB’s political action committee. It features familiar state and national names lauding the Republican’s campaign to fill the Florida’s 1st Congressional District seat vacated by former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz.
“Jimmy Patronis has shown that he will be a reliable advocate for small businesses in Congress,” said Bill Herrle, NFIB Florida Executive Director. “Throughout his time in public service, he has always been readily accessible to NFIB members and has consistently supported pro-small business policies. We are pleased to endorse him today.”
“Jimmy Patronis grew up in a small, family business, and intimately understands the challenges associated with owning a small business,” added Sharon Sussin, NFIB Senior National Political Director. “He made clear that he will stand up for Main Street priorities such as reducing burdensome regulations and making tax relief for small businesses permanent. If elected to Congress, I’m confident Jimmy Patronis will be a strong advocate for our members.”
Patronis is in an April 1 Special Election to decide who fills the seat, where Patronis will face Democrat Gay Valimont and independent Stephen Brody, along with a few write-in candidates.
Backed by President Donald Trump, Patronis won 66% of the vote in the Primary earlier this year.
