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A Democratic ticket seeking to break the GOP’s decades-long hold on Florida’s governor’s mansion says affordability, housing and education will be at the center of its campaign.<\/p>\n

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Former Congressman David Jolly recently selected former Congresswoman Gwen Graham as his running mate, becoming the first major gubernatorial candidate to announce a lieutenant governor pick in the 2026 race.<\/p>\n

Why did David Jolly choose Gwen Graham as his running mate?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jolly said he wanted more than a traditional lieutenant governor candidate.<\/p>\n

“I wanted to find a governing partner capable of being governor of the state, not just lieutenant governor,” Jolly said.<\/p>\n

Graham said she joined the ticket because she believes Florida is headed in the wrong direction and wants to help reverse that trend.<\/p>\n

What issues do Jolly and Graham say are driving their campaign?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The pair pointed to housing affordability, healthcare costs, education and economic challenges facing Floridians.<\/p>\n

Jolly argued that while parts of Florida’s economy are thriving, rising costs are leaving many residents behind.<\/p>\n

“Without real sober policy changes in housing, healthcare and education, too many people are getting left behind,” he said.<\/p>\n

Where do they stand on eliminating property taxes?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Both candidates said they are waiting to see the final language of any proposed constitutional amendment dealing with property taxes.<\/p>\n

Jolly suggested Florida may need a more localized approach to homestead exemptions, allowing counties and cities facing soaring property values to offer greater tax relief than areas with lower housing costs.<\/p>\n

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What changes would they support for congressional redistricting?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Graham said she would be open to exploring an independent redistricting commission to draw political boundaries.<\/p>\n

She argued that voters should have more meaningful choices in general elections rather than having many races effectively decided during party primaries.<\/p>\n

Jolly also voiced support for independent redistricting commissions, saying they could help ensure broader representation across Florida communities.<\/p>\n

What are their views on Cuba?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jolly said he wants to see political change in Cuba and believes the Cuban people should have greater freedoms and economic opportunities.<\/p>\n

Graham said Cuba should not be treated as a political tool and that policymakers should focus on solutions that benefit both Cubans and South Florida’s Cuban-American community.<\/p>\n

Can Democrats win the governor’s race in Florida?<\/strong><\/p>\n

It has been more than 25 years since a Democrat won Florida’s governor’s race.<\/p>\n

Despite Florida’s Republican voter-registration advantage, Jolly said he believes voter frustration over economic concerns and government issues could create an opportunity for change in 2026.<\/p>\n

What’s next for the campaign?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jolly and Graham are holding a rally at Florida International University in Miami Thursday evening before making campaign stops in Tampa and Orlando.<\/p>\n

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Florida’s primary election is scheduled for Aug. 18.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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