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Mitch PerryApril 27, 2016

There is now a third Democrat running for the Tampa House District 59 seat being vacated by incumbent Ed Narain. He’s Tallahassee native Walter Lee Smith II, who officially announced his candidacy April 18. Smith is the son of Jeraldine Williams, a civil rights activist and one of the first black students to attend the University of Florida in […]

Ryan RayMarch 17, 2016

Democratic candidate Sean Shaw said in a memo to supporters he’s “truly humbled” by early fundraising returns in his bid for an open HD 61 seat based in Tampa. “In just 72 hours, you’ve given more than $5,000,” said Shaw. “Because of your response, we’re already putting together our team and building the GOTV operation that will win here.” […]

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Tag: HD 61
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Democrat Walter Lee Smith II makes HD 61 seat a three person primary

Email Insights: Sean Shaw thanks supporters for early fundraising push