Former Florida Agricultural Commissioner and the last Florida Democrat to win a statewide office, Nikki Fried was overwhelmingly elected to lead as Party Chair last Saturday afternoon with 52% of the vote.
Fried faces a challenge as Dems in Florida lost significantly in the recent midterm elections, in spite of their success nationwide. Announcing she will commit to rebuilding the Democratic party from the group up and rededicating it to voter registration, training and growing progressive coalitions, Fried said, “We have to unite our diverse voices and refocus on the issues and grassroots organizing that wins elections.”
Marion County Democratic Party invites you to join the revitalization of this important perspective. Participate, voice your support of Democratic platforms, reach out to your representatives. Together, we can build a better Florida.
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