Politics
Stanley Campbell Mobilizes Florida for Early Voting: A Direct Challenge to Rick Scott in the U.S. Senate Race
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) — As early voting kicks off across Florida, U.S. Senate candidate Stanley Campbell is urging all Floridians to seize this critical moment in the lead-up to the August 20th primary. Campbell is calling for a united front, encouraging voters to head to the polls early to make their voices heard and to stand up for the future of the state.
“Early voting isn’t just about convenience; it’s about ensuring your voice shapes the leadership we need,” Campbell emphasized. “This election isn’t only about policies—it’s about choosing the right leader to move Florida forward.”
Key Points:
- Mobilizing Voters: Campbell’s campaign is driving a movement to increase early voter turnout, turning it into a collective effort to ensure every voice is heard.
- Campaign Momentum: With backing from influential groups like the AFL-CIO and the Democratic Black Caucus, Campbell is building a broad coalition aimed at defeating incumbent Rick Scott in November.
- Commitment to Seniors: Campbell has vowed to protect Social Security and Medicare, resonating strongly with seniors across the state, particularly in Ocala and The Villages.
- Fighting Fraud: Leveraging his experience in combating Medicare fraud, Campbell pledges to take that fight to the Senate, safeguarding taxpayer dollars and ensuring financial security for Floridians.
Stanley Campbell’s campaign is not just about one man—it’s about a movement for change. He is calling on Floridians to vote early and send a clear message in the August 20th primary, paving the way for a showdown with Rick Scott in November.
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN) – Facing serious legal challenges, State Representative Carolina Amesty is determined to clear her name as she confronts four third-degree felony charges related to forgery and improper notary practices. Amesty surrendered to officials at the Orange County Jail. The 29-year-old lawmaker faces charges including two counts of forgery, one count of illegally notarizing her own signature, and one count of falsely certifying a signature as a notary.
Amesty’s legal troubles stem from her role as an administrator at Central Christian University, a private institution founded by her father, Juan Amesty. The allegations involve notarizing a document with a forged signature, which was part of the school’s licensing submissions to the Florida Department of Education. The controversy, first reported by the Orlando Sentinel, triggered a Florida Department of Law Enforcement investigation and ultimately led to her indictment by a grand jury on August 28.
Despite the gravity of the charges, Amesty’s campaign swiftly responded with a statement asserting her innocence and labeling the prosecution as politically motivated. “This prosecution, initiated just a few weeks prior to absentee ballots being dropped, is based on misleading reports from a partisan newspaper,” Amesty stated. She expressed confidence in a swift trial and public vindication, urging for a quick resolution.
Political responses have been sharply divided. Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried has called for Amesty’s resignation, questioning her ability to serve effectively while under indictment.
On the other hand, Republican House Speaker-designate Daniel Perez emphasized that the charges appear unrelated to Amesty’s duties as a state representative and supported her right to defend herself.
Amesty, who won her House District 45 seat with 53% of the vote in 2022, faces a tough reelection battle this November against former Disney executive Leonard Spencer. Her district, which leaned slightly Democratic in the 2020 Presidential Election but supported Republican Governor Ron DeSantis in 2022, is expected to be one of the most competitive legislative races in Florida this cycle.
Despite the mounting pressure, Amesty has signaled her intention to remain in the race, bolstered by nearly $123,000 in campaign funds. She continues to rally her supporters, sharing a verse from Psalms on social media and retweeting a post from Donald Trump about political persecution.
As the legal process unfolds, the race for House District 45 remains a closely watched contest with significant implications for Florida’s political landscape.
Politics
Former Tea Party Candidate Jose Alvarez Wins Democratic Primary for Florida House District 46
KISSIMMEE, Fla. (FNN) — In a surprising political shift, former Kissimmee mayor Jose A. Alvarez, who once ran as a Tea Party candidate in the 2010 Florida House District 79 race, has secured the 2024 Democratic Primary nomination for Florida House District 46. Alvarez, who initially aligned with the conservative Tea Party movement, now stands as the Democratic nominee, marking a significant evolution in his political journey.
Source: Florida Division of Election’s website
Alvarez’s political path has been anything but typical. In 2010, he challenged Republican incumbent Mike Horner for the Florida House District 79 seat, running on a platform that emphasized limited government and conservative values. His campaign under the Tea Party banner drew attention, particularly when Horner confronted Alvarez before he officially filed his candidacy.
According to Alvarez, “Horner told me things could get ugly” if he didn’t drop out of the race. Alvarez, a Realtor at the time, also recalled receiving calls from fellow brokers urging him to step aside. Horner, however, stated to Sunshine State Newsthat his intent was simply to inform Alvarez about the Florida TEA Party’s “real agenda,” which he claimed aimed to weaken Republican re-election efforts and assist Democrats in gaining seats in the state legislature.
Fast forward 14 years, and Alvarez’s recent victory in the Democratic primary underscores a remarkable transformation in his political alignment. His ability to connect with a diverse electorate in Osceola County highlights the unpredictable and dynamic nature of local politics.
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With his Democratic nomination secured, Alvarez is set to compete in the general election for the Florida House District 46 seat. He will face Republican Michael Cruz and NPA Ivan Rivera on November 5, 2024. Alvarez’s journey from a Tea Party candidate to a Democratic nominee illustrates the evolving landscape of political identities and the complexities of voter appeal in contemporary elections.
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