NewsCreative Loafing TampaAugust 20, 2026Hillsborough
Progressive Caucus of Florida advocates for progressive candidates in state elections
The Progressive Caucus of Florida is actively working to recruit and support progressive candidates for the top of the Democratic ticket in Florida. This effort follows recent political activism, including the arrest of Rep. Angie Nixon during protests against state congressional district maps.
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The strategy shift by the Caucus of Florida aims to influence the ideological direction of the Democratic Party's candidate selection for upcoming state elections.
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Who's Mentioned
personGwen Graham“Mentioned as a centrist option for lieutenant governor.”personAnthony Nieves“Winner of the Florida House District 47 primary.”personAngie Nixon“Democratic Representative from Jacksonville who won a primary race.”organizationFlorida Democratic Party“The state party organization.”personBernie Sanders“Endorsed Kyandra Darling.”organizationU.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement“Target of abolition advocacy by progressives.”personPaula Starke“Removed from the ballot in House District 47.”personDavid Jolly“Mentioned as a centrist option for governor.”personKyandra Darling“Winner of the Florida House District 62 primary.”organizationProgressive Caucus of Florida“Organization working to elect progressive Democrats.”personMatthew Grocholske“Interviewee who advocates for progressive candidates.”organizationFlorida Legislature“The body responsible for passing the congressional district maps.”