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Florida Democrats,
Looking at the news of the past few weeks, it can feel overwhelming. From the hollowing of the voting rights act to redistricting, and the general chaos we find ourselves in, everything can feel uncertain.
I want to share something that has given me hope over the last few weeks. In the words of one of our greatest freedom fighters, the immortal John Lewis,
“Ours is not the struggle of one day, one week, or one year. Ours is not the struggle of one judicial appointment or presidential term. Ours is the struggle of a lifetime, or maybe even many lifetimes, and each one of us in every generation must do our part.”
The work ahead is much, but the opportunities are plentiful. We are Florida Democrats and that means we won’t back down. We will fight back in the Courts, on the doors, on the phones, and at the ballot box. Together we will use our rage to get into good and necessary trouble.
Grateful to be in this fight alongside you.
In Solidarity,
Nikki Fried
Chair
| | Save the *New* Date: 2026 Leadership Blue Date | | |
We're excited to announce that this year's Leadership Blue Weekend will be held from July 17-19th at Disney's Gran Destino Towers at Coronado Springs Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL! We are looking forward to convening our party leadership, supporters, volunteers, candidates, and activists for a weekend full of receptions, trainings, and signature events you will not want to miss.
Visit https://stech.floridadems.org/leadership-blue-2026 to learn more about our events and the ways you can be involved our 2026 Leadership Blue Weekend.
Don't miss out on special DEC, Club, and Caucus table discounts! Email finance@floridadems.org for more information
| | Memorial Day Voter Registration Day of Action | | |
This Memorial Day we’re honoring those who fought for our democracy by strengthening it here at home. You can take action by hosting a voter registration event (in-person or virtual) on Monday, May 25, 2026. Register your event using the form linked here and the Florida Democratic Party will provide you with specialized voter registration resources and support.
We have also included a printable/ postable flyer you can use to help Floridians check their voter registration status and register to vote.
| | Join the Florida Democratic Party for our next Statewide Weekend of Action on Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31. Host a canvass, phonebank, or both. | | |
This Past Week
Over the last 7 days, Florida Democrats made 36,867 voter contact attempts and spoke with 4,319 voters.
📊 Voter Contact Leaderboard
The counties below reached the most voters this past week.
| | When Democrats are enrolled in Vote-by-Mail, they vote more than 95% of the time - but under Florida’s current rules, every voter has to re-enroll after each major election cycle. That means even Democrats who voted by mail in 2024 need to sign up again to receive a mail ballot in 2026. Help us call Dems across Florida and make sure they know how to re-enroll. | | |
Democrats Fight Back After Republicans Rig Midterm Maps and Courts Overturn the Will of Voters
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On Friday, the Virginia Supreme Court invalidated an election — rejecting the will of millions of voters who cast ballots to redraw their maps and protect fair elections.
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It came a day after Tennessee Republicans passed a new congressional map that breaks up Memphis — a majority-Black city — into three districts, diluting the power of voters of color.
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Despite public opposition to redistricting, Republicans are forging ahead after the Supreme Court effectively gutted Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act with their decision in Louisiana v. Callais.
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Alabama’s Governor Kay Ivey announced plans to break up the last district represented by Democrats in order to dilute the voting power of Black residents.
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Election officials in Louisiana delayed their congressional primaries to redraw the map in favor of Republicans.
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In Florida, Ron DeSantis’ redrawn congressional map intentionally violated Florida’s constitution and the Fair Districts Amendment in anticipation of the Callais ruling.
- Democrats are not backing down. We’re fighting tooth and nail to contest every election and make sure that all Americans’ voices are heard in November and in every election that follows.
Every week, talking points are provided to party leaders and membership. Messaging should be used for press interviews, conversations with voters, and social media posts. To request for someone to be added to the mailing list, direct them to press@floridadems.org.
Join us each Tuesday at 11 a.m. ET for our weekly messaging call to learn what breaking news the party is discussing and how we’re sharing it. Register here.
Missed our press releases last week? Read them here
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Summer 2026 Voter Registration Fellowship Cohort
Our first group of Summer 2026 Voter Registration fellows have started organizing in eight counties across the state. Over the next 13 weeks, these fellows will work with their local DECs/clubs to register voters, collect pledge-to-vote cards, and educate Floridians on the importance of voting in upcoming elections!
| | Department Office Hours, Resources, and Trainings | | |
View Upcoming Events
FDP has exciting events planned for communities across Florida as we approach vital elections. To view and register for upcoming events in your area, please visit our events page floridadems.org/events. To register for statewide events visit the Party Affairs Hub Calendar at floridadems.org/partyaffairs
| | Hispanic Caucus: Understanding the Shifting Hispanic Vote in Florida | | |
We strongly urge all county party DECs, caucuses, clubs, campaigns, and partner organizations to join this important conversation and share this invitation widely with your members, networks, and community contacts. If you are unable to attend, we encourage you to designate a member of your leadership team to participate on your behalf. None of us can afford to miss the opportunity to understand how to improve organizing within the hispanic diasporas in our communities. If you have questions about the Hispanic vote, this is where you will find the answers.
The Democratic Hispanic Caucus of Florida urges you to RSVP:
The Hispanic Vote in Motion: Understanding the Latest Shifts
Thursday, May 21, 2026
7:00 PM – 8:30 PM ET
Virtual Event | RSVP Here
| | May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Take Action | | | | |
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we’re highlighting Florida Decides Healthcare’s campaign to expand Medicaid in Florida.
Florida Decides Healthcare is currently collecting petition signatures to help get Medicaid expansion on the ballot.
Please share the membership sign-up via email to help support petition collection.
We also encourage you to amplify this initiative across your social media channels. Access additional resources [CLICK HERE].
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