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Ryan NicolJuly 18, 2018

The Mario Diaz-Balart campaign is out with a new ad attempting to savage his Democratic opponent over cases taken by attorneys at her husband’s law firm. The ad is titled “Just Wrong” and takes aim at his only declared opponent, Mary Barzee Flores. The ad focuses on her previous opposition to increased sanctions on Iran […]

Ryan NicolJuly 17, 2018

Former University of Miami President Donna Shalala has been endorsed by a pair of state Democrats as she seeks a move to Congress. State Reps. Joe Geller and Javier Fernandez say they’re backing Shalala in the crowded Democratic primary in Florida’s 27th Congressional District. “Donna Shalala has the leadership and progressive values we need in […]

Ryan NicolJuly 17, 2018

Former Miami Beach City Commissioner Deede Weithorn announced a new set of endorsements from pro-choice groups as she continues to run for House District 113. Weithorn secured support from both EMILY’s List and Ruth’s List, her campaign announced Tuesday. EMILY’s List aims to promote the election of pro-choice women throughout the country, while Ruth’s List does […]

Ryan NicolJuly 16, 2018

State Sen. Daphne Campbell has secured the endorsement of the Florida Medical Association PAC (FMA PAC) as she continues to try to hold off primary challenger Jason Pizzo. “The FMA PAC happily endorses Sen. Daphne Campbell for re-election,” said the group’s president, Dr. Mike Patete. He also referenced Campbell’s status as a registered nurse. “As a […]

Ryan NicolJuly 16, 2018

State Rep. David Richardson kicked off a two-day listening tour in Cuba’s capital today as he continues to campaign in the race for Florida’s 27th Congressional District. The Richardson campaign says the focus of the Havana tour is “to learn more about economic and societal developments in the wake of changes in U.S. relations with Cuba.” […]

Ryan NicolJuly 16, 2018

Incumbent state Rep. Robert Asencio earned another boost in his re-election bid, pulling in support from the Florida Medical Association PAC. The group serves as the political arm of the Florida Medical Association, which advocates on behalf of the state’s medical and osteopathic physicians. “The FMA PAC proudly endorses Rep. Robert Asencio for re-election,” said Dr. Mike […]

Ryan NicolJuly 16, 2018

Incumbent U.S. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart closed out his second quarter of fundraising by taking in just over $507,000, according to reports filed with the Federal Election Commission. In total, the Republican’s campaign maintains more than $1.6 million still on hand. That’s more than quadruple the amount reported by his Democratic opponent, Mary Barzee Flores, who has just […]

Ryan NicolJuly 13, 2018

The Dade County Police Benevolent Association (PBA) is throwing its support behind Manny Diaz in the race for Senate District 36. Diaz is running for the seat after representing House District 103 since 2012. The SD 36 seat is currently held by Rene Garcia, who is term-limited and has already endorsed Diaz as his replacement. “As […]

Ryan NicolJuly 13, 2018

The Florida State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police (Florida FOP) is backing Jimmy Patronis in his bid to remain Florida’s Chief Financial Officer. Patronis is running for election against Democrat Jeremy Ring, a former state senator. Richard Paul Dembinsky also qualified as a write-in candidate. Patronis, a Republican, was appointed by Gov. Rick Scott last year to replace CFO Jeff Atwater, who stepped down […]

Ryan NicolJuly 13, 2018

Democratic U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson is out with new fundraising numbers in his campaign to hold off a tough challenge by Republican Gov. Rick Scott. Those numbers show just how tough it will be, with Nelson trailing Scott big-time in the money race. Nelson’s campaign says he raised $4.4 million in the second quarter of […]

Tag: 2018 midterms

Mario Diaz-Balart attacks law firm of opponent’s husband in new ad

Two state pols endorse Donna Shalala for Congress

Deede Weithorn earns endorsements from pro-choice groups

Florida Medical Association PAC backing Daphne Campbell

David Richardson embarking on two-day tour of Cuba

Florida Medical Association PAC endorses Robert Asencio

Mario Diaz-Balart brings in over $500K in contributions

Manny Diaz grabs support of South Florida police union

Florida police union endorsing Jimmy Patronis for CFO

Bill Nelson raises less than half of Rick Scott’s totals in second quarter