Tuesday's election results have given us much to reflect upon and celebrate. In the local elections, we saw 21.31% voter turnout. You can find updated local election results HERE. Democrats scored victories in several states in Tuesday's off-year election: Ohio voters will enshrine abortion access in the state's Constitution and Democratic incumbent Gov. Andy Beshear won his reelection in Kentucky. Democrats also took control of Virginia's House of Delegates and retained their hold on the majority in the state Senate. In a sweeping rejection of the conservative Moms for Liberty group across the United States, voters turned away from candidates endorsed by the group in multiple school board races.
The victories signal a collective desire for progress, unity, and a return to the values that make our democracy strong. As we gear up for the 2024 elections, we must recognize the importance of staying engaged and informed. The choices we make, the conversations we have, and the actions we take today will shape the landscape of tomorrow.
Now, more than ever, it's crucial to stay involved. Sign up to volunteer and make a difference HERE as we head toward Election Day 2024.
As shared in our October 27 newsletter, on June 15, House Speaker Paul Renner shook the state with an unexpected proposal to consolidate Florida’s existing twenty judicial circuits.
While he argued this move could save money and streamline the judicial process, many suspected a different agenda at play. Concerns arose that this consolidation effort was, in reality, an attempt to gerrymander the state’s judicial districts. In response, the Supreme Court created a Judicial Circuit Assessment Committee to report its findings by December 1.
We are pleased to report that on Monday, amid overwhelming opposition to judicial consolidation, a committee appointed by the Florida Supreme Court unanimously recommended against shrinking the number of judicial circuits in the state.
#DeSantisFailedUs
Watch Equality Florida's new ad then SHARE IT HERE.
Florida is facing unprecedented challenges under Governor Ron DeSantis' leadership.
Equality Florida has launched a powerful new television ad called #DeSantisFailedUs, highlighting the disastrous impacts of Governor DeSantis' agenda of censorship and government overreach.
This new video paints a stark picture of what Florida has become: a state where core values like freedom, equality, and democracy are under assault. DeSantis' obsession with waging culture wars has resulted in book bans, emboldened racism, censorship of history, and anti-LGBTQ attacks.
Floridians are fed up with politicians waging war on families by banning books, censoring curriculum, whitewashing history, and replacing education with propaganda — all at the expense of our kids and their futures. We can not allow Ron DeSantis to harm our children, our families, or our state any longer.
Click HERE to learn how Equality Florida is mobilizing across the state to put a stop to DeSantis’ slate of hate.
Opportunity to Give
As the holiday season approaches, let's come together and support those in need within our community. We are excited to announce an opportunity for all of us to make a positive impact through the Big Bird Blessing Food Drive!
The Democratic Club of Indian River invites you to contribute to this cause by donating non-perishable food items to provide over 1,000 meals to families in need.
Non-Perishable Items Needed:
Stove Top
Idahoan Instant Mashed Potatoes
Kraft Mac n Cheese
Green Beans
Cranberry Sauce
Olive oil
Black pepper
Paprika
Dried rosemary, thyme, sage or oregano
Garlic powder
Lawry's seasoning salt
Chicken broth
Drop-off Location: Democrats of Indian River Office 2345 14th Ave., Suite 7 Vero Beach, FL 32960
Drop-off Dates and Times: Monday November 13 to Thursday November 16 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Your contributions, no matter how big or small, can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those less fortunate in our community. Let's work together and make this holiday season a time of hope, warmth, and generosity for everyone.
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