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Scott PowersJuly 19, 2018

Ruth’s List Florida, a group dedicated to electing Democratic women, has thrown its support behind Tracey Kagan in the race for the Florida House 29 seat. Kagan, a criminal law practice lawyer from Longwood, faces Lake Mary lawyer Darryl Block in the Aug. 28 Democratic primary, and the winner is set to take on incumbent […]

Drew WilsonJuly 19, 2018

Ruth’s List Florida announced Thursday that it’s backing Tampa lawyer Karen Skyers in the four-way Democratic primary for House District 61, an open seat now held by Attorney General candidate Sean Shaw. “Karen is an attorney, former assistant public defender, children rights advocate and champion of criminal justice reform. She has served District 61 as a […]

Joe HendersonJuly 19, 2018

Alex Sink understands high-stakes politics. Sink, a Democrat, became the first woman to win a major-party nomination for Governor in 2010, but she narrowly lost to Rick Scott. Sink’s late husband, Bill McBride, also ran for the state’s top office in 2002 but lost to Jeb Bush. Sink is also the only Democrat to win […]

Drew WilsonJune 21, 2018

Tampa Democrat Fentrice Driskell announced Thursday that Ruth’s List Florida is backing her campaign to unseat Republican Rep. Shawn Harrison in Hillsborough-based House District 63. “Fentrice is an attorney and a dynamic community leader in Tampa who supports gender equality, women’s reproductive rights, and investing in education to ensure that all children have the opportunity […]

Scott PowersNovember 20, 2017

Florida House District 47 Democratic candidate Anna Eskamani has received the endorsement of Ruth’s List Florida, a backing that usually comes with fundraising assistance. “Anna is a lifelong advocate for reproductive health and women’s rights. She is a dynamic leader who has already proven herself to be a passionate and effective advocate,” Ruth’s List Florida […]

Staff ReportsJuly 15, 2016

There’s just a few weeks until the election, and organizations across the state are rolling out endorsements for state and federal candidates. Several organizations — including the Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida, Florida State Lodge Fraternal Order of Police, and Ruth’s List Florida — issued endorsements this week. — More than six dozen Southwest Florida […]

Jenna Buzzacco-FoersterJune 8, 2016

The questions are posed by progressive groups and conservative ones; from organizations focused on business, agriculture and education. They come from well-known power brokers and lesser-known influencers. In the months leading up to an election, candidates are asked to fill out dozens of questionnaires detailing their positions. The surveys act as both an educational tool […]

Phil AmmannNovember 4, 2015

With any election, no matter how you slice it, somebody comes out on top. In the 2015 elections, Ruth’s List Florida had a good night. And by the next day, there was an email showing they were ready to boast. “Ruth’s List-endorsed candidate, Lisa Wheeler-Brown won her election for St. Petersburg City Council and Kristin […]

Phil AmmannOctober 12, 2015

Florida Democrats are launching a first-ever partnership with progressive activist group Ruth’s List to prepare the next generation of women seeking elected office. The Florida Democratic Party House and Senate Victory committee announced the yearlong collaboration with Ruth’s List Florida — the state’s largest resource for Democratic women – which include a series of political retreats […]

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Tracey Kagan picks up another women’s group’s nod in HD 29 race

Ruth’s List recommends Karen Skyers for HD 61

Joe Henderson: Alex Sink says Trump’s stumbles should help Gwen Graham, all Dems

Fentrice Driskell gets Ruth’s List seal of approval

Ruth’s List Florida backs Anna Eskamani in HD 47 contest

Endorsement watch: Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida, Ruth’s List, Fraternal Order of Police and others issue endorsements

An inside look at the legislative candidate questionnaire gauntlet

Email insights: Ruth’s List celebrates election wins, but there’s more to do

Ruth’s List partners with Florida Democratic Party for female candidate retreat