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Peter SchorschNovember 14, 2016

As Florida Democrats begin to think about who might lead their party out of the wilderness they found themselves in after last Tuesday’s elections, a familiar, respected name is emerging as one of the possible contenders. Dan Gelber is interested in serving as chair of the Florida Democratic Party (FDP), according to a prominent Democratic operative close […]

Mitch PerryNovember 14, 2016

Among the significant factoids produced by the exit poll conducted by Edison Research from last Tuesday’s election was that Donald Trump actually did better than Mitt Romney when it came to winning the Latino vote. It wasn’t by much, but according to that information, Trump received 29 percent support from Hispanics, better than Romney’s 27 percent in 2012. That seems counterintuitive to some, considering […]

Mitch PerryNovember 11, 2016

Florida Democratic Party Chair Allison Tant announced Friday she will not run for another term as party chair in January. “It has truly been a privilege and an honor to serve as your chair and I wanted you to hear from me first that I’ve decided to not seek re-election in January,” Tant wrote in email […]

Jenna Buzzacco-FoersterOctober 14, 2016

Florida will be campaign central next week, as the race to Election Day approaches the final stretch. The Hillary Clinton campaign announced Friday that President Barack Obama will travel to South Florida next Thursday to campaign for Clinton. The president was scheduled to campaign in Miami earlier this month, but had to postpone his trip because […]

Scott PowersSeptember 15, 2016

Florida Democratic Party Chair Allison Tant filed a complaint Thursday with the Florida Elections Commission charging Donald Trump violated Florida law with his $25,000 donation to a committee supporting the re-election of Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi. The complaint does not charge Bondi with any wrongdoing. And it doesn’t delve into the relationship between Trump […]

Gary FineoutAugust 28, 2016

In the months leading up to the crucial primary election, Florida’s two political parties and affiliated committees took in millions from gambling interests, utility companies and others with a stake in the outcome of this year’s contests. Campaign fundraising reports filed late Friday showed that the Florida Democratic Party raised $4.72 million in cash compared […]

Jenna Buzzacco-FoersterAugust 26, 2016

Florida Democrats posted big fundraising numbers in the second reporting period of 2016. State records show the Florida Democratic Party raised more than $4.7 million between April 1 and Aug. 25. That sum accounts for non-federal funds, and is more than double what the Florida Democratic Party raised in the second period of 2012. “We’re […]

Mitch PerryAugust 10, 2016

(UPDATED) Lutz business consultant Jim Lange is learning the hard way why incumbent members of the House of Representatives get elected on average more than 96 percent of the time. The first-time Democratic candidate is challenging three-term incumbent Republican Dennis Ross in Florida’s 15th Congressional District, and he’s not doing all that great right now. “Overwhelmed,” “frustrating,” and “humbling” are some […]

Mitch PerryAugust 9, 2016

Wadi Gaitan‘s departure as chief spokesman for the Republican Party of Florida because of his issues with Donald Trump made national political news Monday. “I’m thankful for my almost two years with the Florida GOP, however, moving on gives me a great, new opportunity to continue promoting free market solutions while avoiding efforts that support […]

Jim RosicaAugust 4, 2016

Mayra Macias has returned to the Florida Democratic Party as political director. FDP Chair Allison Tant announced the hire Thursday; Macias started July 19. “Mayra’s talent and ability have played a crucial role in helping us win races across the state,” Tant said in a statement. “Her work to empower communities and build winning coalitions has been a […]

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Dan Gelber for chair of the Florida Democratic Party?

Mitch Perry Report for 11.14.16 — Questioning the exit poll data

Allison Tant won’t return as Florida Democratic Party chair

Barack Obama to campaign for Hillary Clinton in Florida on Thursday

Florida Dems file election complaint against Donald Trump in Pam Bondi deal

Florida political parties raise millions ahead of primary

Florida Dems raised $4.7 million in second fundraising period of 2016

CD 15 Democratic candidate Jim Lange finds it rough going in trying to defeat an entrenched incumbent

Activist blasts Florida Democrats for failing to hire bilingual communications director

Personnel note: Mayra Macias new Political Director of FDP