David Jolly

Kicking off the week with some big news: I’m honored to announce 60 current and former Florida state legislators and allies are endorsing my campaign for Governor. Our coalition to build a better Florida keeps growing—thank you for your support!

Florida is home to remarkable ecosystems, waterways, and coastlines. We should accept the science of climate change, protect our beaches and state parks, and invest in resiliency throughout the state.

David Jolly for Governor | Believe in Florida's Future. David Jolly is running for Governor of Florida because he believes we can and must do better.

Do you believe in Florida’s future? I do.

The Sunshine State deserves better: to be affordable, to invest in schools, to put doctors in charge of healthcare decisions. Do you want to be part of a brighter Florida? Join me: davidjolly.com

Literally 20% of Florida’s total population is about to be hit with MASSIVE health insurance premium hikes.

Not “after the midterms” but exactly 5 months from today.

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Democrats Regain Advantage in Party Affiliation Americans' party identification has shifted from a Republican advantage in 2024 to a Democratic advantage in the second quarter of 2025.

Gallup: Americans’ party affiliation has flipped back toward the Democratic Party after the Republican Party held advantages for most of 2023 and 2024.

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New Florida poll asked Republicans biggest issue affecting state. Here’s what they said. We continue to hear your concerns about the cost of homeowners insurance in Florida. And those concerns seem to be backed up by a new poll released this week by the University of North Florida (UNF).

In a new poll, *Republicans* named property insurance as the most important problem here in Florida. Sadly, Republican leaders created this crisis.

If we want change, we have to vote for change. Join us.
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The affordability crisis hits everybody and every community. I’m running for Governor to fix this crisis and provide relief to Floridians struggling to afford to live.

Florida has been a deeply red state. David Jolly wants to change that next year. Will he be able to thread the needle?

YouTube video by The Prof G Pod – Scott Galloway Can an ex-Republican Win as a Democrat? (feat. Rep. David Jolly) | Raging Moderates

Former Republican Rep. David Jolly is running for governor in Florida — as a Democrat. Can he win?

Watch today’s episode of Raging Moderates here 👇🏽

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What are the issues I stand for?

💲 Solving our Affordability and Insurance Crisis
🏫 Saving Our Schools
💵 Strengthening Florida’s Economy
🌊 Investing in Climate Resiliency, Clean Water, and the Ocean Economy
➕ And More

If that sounds like the Florida you’re ready for, will you share this post?

David Jolly for Governor | Believe in Florida's Future. David Jolly is running for Governor of Florida because he believes we can and must do better.

David Jolly for Governor | Believe in Florida's Future. davidjolly.com

Hurricane risk in Florida is escalating. Home insurance is harder to get. Rising insurance costs signal the deep impacts of climate change in west Florida as communities grapple with recurring damage and costly recoveries.

“We have the same coverage that we had, we’re paying double, and we didn’t get the assistance that we needed."

Florida's property insurance market isn't coming back without a change of state leadership and approach. Consider joining our campaign today.

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I’m a fifth-generation Floridian – I grew up in South Miami and now call Pinellas County my home. I love this state and believe in its future; that’s why I’m committed to fixing the affordability crisis plaguing our community.

Will Democrats TAKE BACK Florida From Trump & Republicans? | Chuck Todd Politics Podcast YouTube video by The Chuck ToddCast

I recently joined Chuck Todd to discuss Florida’s political landscape and why I’m running for Governor. I’m proud to be fighting for Democratic values and creating a state where Floridians can afford to stay and live.

Thanks for having me!
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Affordability crisis fueling rise in elderly homelessness in Florida The numbers of seniors who experience homelessness continues to grow in Florida, and those living near homelessness said the state's affordability crisis is exacerbating the issue.

With rents rising astronomically, there’s a rise in elderly homelessness in Florida. We can’t leave our elders without housing. We must fix this generational affordability crisis and ensure all Floridians, including our retirees, can afford housing.
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Florida lawmakers said this would be the year of affordability. What happened? “I’m not seeing any transformative policies that are going to improve the lives of Floridians,” said the House minority leader.

Republican leaders said this would be the year of affordability, but they've had two decades to help Floridians afford their day-to-day lives. Florida deserves a brighter future, and policies that will give their pocketbooks breathing room.
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David Jolly Points to 'Change,' Tackling Florida's Affordability in Governor Pitch HOLLYWOOD - Channeling former President Barack Obama on the campaign trail, Democrat-turned-Republican David Jolly emphasized "change" in his pitch to Florida

I know Floridians are looking for change. We’re in the midst of an affordability crisis, and the same old policies aren’t working. Join our coalition for a brighter future.
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We're unifying to win! Thanks to the Palm Beach Post for covering a week of great momentum for our campaign.

This summer, food gets harder to come by for Florida families Despite a federal benefit to help feed kids when school is out, Florida turned it down again.

This program would have benefited 2.1 million Floridian children. We shouldn't be letting our children go hungry. Florida deserves a new future.
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Floridians are already struggling to feed their families. But our state government has decided to opt out of a federal program that would provide additional benefits for families enrolled in SNAP during the summer.

Jolly gets cash and endorsements

$1 million raised.

In just a few weeks, over 2,000 people have donated to our campaign & Florida 2026, the committee supporting our race for Governor. I am full of gratitude for each & every one of them, & inspired by so many Floridians demanding change. www.politico.com/newsletters/...

David Jolly rolls out endorsements from ‘Democratic powerhouses’ Gwen Graham, Donna Shalala, Karen Thurman Momentum continues for the sole major candidate in the Democratic field. Could he break the party's 28-year losing streak?

It's an honor to have three of Florida's most experienced and distinguished leaders offer their continued service and support as we grow our coalition to fight the affordability crisis in Florida.
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My deepest thanks to my friend and Congresswoman Gwen Graham, Secretary Donna Shalala, and Congresswoman Karen L. Thurman for their endorsements of our campaign.

A sales tax holiday on firearms makes us less safe | Opinion State Sen. Tina Polsky, who represents Parkland and the surrounding area in the Florida Senate, decries a sales tax holiday on firearms and ammunition in this year’s state budget. A single-da…

In an affordability crisis, Florida's new budget includes unlimited tax relief for firearm purchases, but caps relief for clothes and shoes at $100.

Some things aren't right vs left; they're right vs wrong. Thank you Sen. Tina Polsky for your leadership.

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In the midst of an affordability crisis, Republicans just passed a bill that will do nothing to help Americans with that crisis — in fact, it will make things more expensive while giving a tax break to the ultra wealthy — exactly the opposite of what Floridians need.

We’ve had Republican control for over two decades. Florida is ready for change.

I’m running for Governor to bring that change to Floridians throughout the state.

Democratic governor candidate says Florida needs to fight crime, not communities amid ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ plans While making his rounds in Florida to talk about the affordability crisis, former U.S. Rep. David Jolly, who is vying to become Florida’s next governor, made a stop in St. Johns County on Monday.

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Great to be in St. Johns County! We're taking our message to every corner of the state, offering solutions to the affordability crisis and building a coalition to restore decency and respect throughout Florida.