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  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
January 17, 2023 at 8:34 PM

FWD: Chat GPT and Education

When I woke up the day after the election, I went back to work! I have been tutoring kids at GradePower Learning since I first left active-duty service in 2013. I always missed the kids when I was away in the Capitol, but I knew the work I was doing there would help fulfill our mission statement to …
  Andrew Learned · [email protected]
December 14, 2022 at 9:17 PM

Onward

I'm not going to lie, while I sent fewer emails, I had a pretty great last month! [[link removed]] I'm back to life being a hockey dad, Lucy's dog walker and aspiring amature cyclist. My tutoring company (GradePower Learning [[link removed]] ) just had our best November since 2016 when…
  Andrew Learned · [email protected]
November 24, 2022 at 8:07 PM

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Happy Thanksgiving!!! You have no idea how unbelievably thankful I am for YOU! We've had triumphs and we've had setbacks, but YOU have always given me hope for a better tomorrow. I'm celebrating with my family today. Amanda, Flola and I are in North Carolina at my parent's house. With …
  Andrew Learned · [email protected]
November 13, 2022 at 11:10 PM

952 --- THANK YOU

Someone asked me earlier today how I was doing after Tuesday's unfortunate result. It dawned on me, I've been so busy I literally haven't even come up for air yet! You see, on Monday I closed on a new company. I now own THREE GradePower Learning locations, Valrico, Riverview, AND now Winderme…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
November 8, 2022 at 11:01 PM

Regardless...

Polls are about to close so I don't know anything yet. But I do know some things that I want to share regardless of the outcome tonight: we did the impossible. [[link removed]] In three polls, starting in May and as recent as last week, we were within one point in each, essentially tie…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
November 8, 2022 at 2:42 AM

We already won --- together

Two years ago, y'all elected me to serve my hometown, my friends and neighbors in Brandon, in the Florida House. It's been the honor of a lifetime. Together we: ✔️ Passed Purple Star Schools so military families could get the best education possible in Florida. ✔️ Fought the fraudsters…
  Cassidy with Andrew Learned for Florida · [email protected]
November 7, 2022 at 2:04 PM

Why this matters to me

Hi friends, Cassidy here, Andrew’s campaign manager. I’ve spent the better part of the last year running alongside Andrew, so I wanted to reach out personally one more time. Not to ask you for money or to volunteer like we’ve been bugging you about for many months now, but to tell you what th…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
November 3, 2022 at 1:05 AM

You have to read this...

Creative Loafing Tampa endorsed my relelction, but it's really the contrast of what they said about my opponent that stands out:: " None of these are campaign stances that talk about [substance]...instead, he’s playing off people’s fears." That's his campaign... $200,000 per week on TV…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
November 1, 2022 at 10:35 PM

Join us for our final events!

This is it y’all, we officially have just ONE WEEK left before Election Day. If you don’t want to wake up on November 9th with any regrets or asking yourself if you did EVERYTHING in your power to fight for what’s at stake in this election, then join us for one last volunteer event in this final wee…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
November 1, 2022 at 1:33 PM

My opponent peddling guns

It's time to end gun violence in America, but my opponent owns a company which peddles AR-15 merch and has vowed to do nothing. Look, I carried an M-4 rifle on missions with the US Navy, I needed an assault weapon for that job, I don’t need one for my current job, and they sure as hell don’t …
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
October 31, 2022 at 7:07 PM

The final poll:

We've polled this race three times, in every poll I was tied and that continues to be true. I feel like you may not think that's good news, so let me rephrase that. In a Trump +2 district, in a Republican +4 year, while being attacked and outspent 4-to-1 on TV we are still outpreforming our t…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
October 21, 2022 at 10:03 PM

MASSIVE Negative Ad Buys

Look, I'll always be truthful with you. Here are the facts, something happened last week (*cough* Republicans finally polled the race and are freaking out) and they have massively increased their spending here AND shifted everything to full negative attacks trying to tear me down. Here's the TV buy …
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
October 20, 2022 at 2:30 PM

Tampa Bay Times Recommends: Andrew Learned

[[link removed]] "Andrew Learned has been a sensible, moderate voice in the Legislature … has worked across the partisan aisle to find common-sense solutions … a true citizen legislator." The folks who follow this race the closest have endorsed my re-election to the Florida House. In the end, …
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
October 18, 2022 at 9:31 PM

TOMORROW: Last BIG Event before Election Day!

Join myself, Leader Driskell, and Jen McDonald tomorrow for our last big event before Election Day! [[link removed]] Wednesday, 10/19 from 5:30-7:30PM JC Newman Cigar Factory, 2701 N 16th St, Tampa, FL 33605 Here's the Facebook Event Link [[link removed]] Please join our h…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
October 14, 2022 at 9:06 PM

Join myself, Leader Driskell, and Jen McDonald next Wednesday!

YOU'RE INVITED: Join myself, Leader Driskell, and Jen McDonald at the Newman Cigar Factory as we fight for some of the most competitive house seats in the State. THIS will be all of our last fundraiser before Election Day and one you wont want to miss! [[link removed]] The event…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
October 13, 2022 at 3:08 PM

I'm asking for your vote

I'm Andrew. I first ran for office after one of our SEALs was killed on a raid in Yemen. I saw what an irresponsible and uncaring government can do, and so I vowed to come home and do something about it. Somehow, I eventually won and was able to continue my service that started in the militar…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
October 7, 2022 at 1:20 PM

The race as it stands today:

[[link removed]] [[link removed]] Still, we're running in a seat where we're starting from behind. Politics has never been more polarized and I'm the only Democrat running for reelection in a district where Trump beat Biden. [[link removed]] This is why I need your help. Vote…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
October 6, 2022 at 11:32 AM

When was your last period?

Q1: When was your first menstrual period? Q2: When was your most recent menstrual period? Q3: How much time do you usually have from the start of one period to the start of another? Q4: How many periods have you had in the last year? Q5: What was the longest time between periods in the l…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
October 3, 2022 at 12:00 AM

THIS was why I've been fighting for Homeowners Insurance reforms

We still have many without power [[link removed]] and the Alafia River continues to be at flood stage [[link removed][0]=AZWs_DhaESGKIusXyMoPHUqIBHrVg386e4iW4coRKOEXSt7rYJH4xCNcqq_DSnVchSPSKVGsdFatup60GGzd_ompRnoZYFz4tZqJVVuun3FF74Wz4b3P9WjeoYvPIp0xmxT7pU1nEJeuQ0YfyQ4eIsO0An5dV3aBeW_ThS6eE4WaKpRx0TQ…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
September 27, 2022 at 12:45 PM

Update: Evacuation Orders

Hillsborough County has issued a mandatory evacuation for Evacuation Zone A (red below) as well as those in mobile and manufactured homes and residents in low-lying areas. Local shelters are open. Here's a link to see you zone and local shelters. [[link removed]] [link removed] [[link removed…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
September 23, 2022 at 8:46 PM

FL69's BIGGEST rivalry...

Tonight, two of the biggest rivals in District 69 will face off. No, I'm not talking about me and my opponent. I'm talking about a rivalry even more intense, even more consequential, and with MUCH higher stakes... Bloomingdale vs. Newsome High School football baby!!!!!! [[link removed]…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
September 22, 2022 at 8:36 PM

The FL69 Forum that Never Was

Welp y'all... as you may have seen on my social media, yesterday I was SUPPOSED to participate in a District 69 candidate forum hosted by the Tampa Bay Chamber. Unsurprisingly, my opponent refused to show up. [[link removed]] That's just a sign of the times though, Republicans running …
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
September 20, 2022 at 12:44 AM

Fwd: 📺 - CORE American Values

Hey, I'm SUPER proud of this new ad! Would you mind giving it a "like" and a share on Facebook? Here's the link to share it [[link removed]] You can write your own post, or use this: My friend Andrew Learned is running for re-election in the Florida House! He's put the politics as…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
September 19, 2022 at 2:02 PM

📺 - CORE American Values

As a Veteran, a small business owner, and as a parent, it has always been my core American values that define who I am. I put partisanship aside as the most independent member of the Florida legislature to deliver results for OUR community. Today, I am proud to launch the first ad of our campaign fo…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
September 19, 2022 at 1:38 AM

Fighting for YOU

This weekend, the Tampa Bay Times ran a piece which tells the story of this campaign from the perspective of some of Florida's most powerful interests. The summary: wealthy, Republica, special interests who are getting rich off the higher prices you're paying for everything, are pumping $$$ t…
  Cassidy with Andrew Learned for FL · [email protected]
September 16, 2022 at 12:36 AM

How you can help

Friend, Cassidy Whitaker here, Andrew's campaign manager. So many of you ask me and our team how you can get involved with the campaign to help, so I'm going to be completely honest with you. Right now, the single most important thing our campaign needs help with is canvassers to knock doors …
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
September 13, 2022 at 9:46 PM

A nationwide ban on abortion–unless we act.

While we're busy fixing roads and reducing everyday costs for families, the other side just can't stop with the culture wars... Today, radical Republicans, like my opponent, pledged to pass a nationwide ban on abortion in America AND put women who seek abortion care in federal prison for five…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
September 12, 2022 at 4:59 PM

My opponent peddling opioids

Well, that's just not right... While my opponent made millions with a company that was peddling opioids, I was fighting the fentanyl epidemic on our streets and trying to save lives ( full story [[link removed]] ). [[link removed]] The choice couldn't be more clear: I've been fi…
  Andrew Learned · [email protected]
September 7, 2022 at 1:34 PM

It's that time...yard signs are HERE!!

Ok my friends, who wants a yard sign?!?!?! [[link removed]] [link removed] [[link removed]] [link removed] [[link removed]] Forward this to [email protected] with your address and we'll get you one! Also, we need $$$ to keep printing and competing over these next two …
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
September 2, 2022 at 6:21 PM

While they attack, we keep building.

Well that didn't take long... the attacks against me have officially started in earnest. My opponent is accusing me of all sorts of nonsense and downright lies in an attempt to deceive YOU. Can you please chip in what you can to help us be as prepared as possible to respond? [[link removed]] …
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
August 31, 2022 at 10:18 AM

GO time!

Today's the last day of the month and at midnight we will close out our first fundraising report of the general election cycle. In 2020 we won the closest election in the state, and this year we were gerrymandered into an even tougher fight. We're ready for it, but I need your help. [[…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
August 29, 2022 at 1:01 PM

Helping a friend...

On a seemingly normal Thursday morning, Hillsborough County State Attorney Andrew Warren went into his office for work — even though it was a difficult personal day he normally took off to be with his family (check out the video below to learn why...) — because he was announcing that he had charged …
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
August 26, 2022 at 11:49 AM

Reset - back to $0

We're officially through the primary and onto the General Election in November! Together in 2020, we won the closest seat in the state and prevented an unchecked DeSantis' super-majority. This year, is going to be even tougher. Here's the good news though, we have each other. Contribution lim…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
August 24, 2022 at 6:33 PM

Building a Better America --- Tampa Bay Style!

Yesterday, I joined Mayor Pete as he came to town to unveil ANOTHER $12.5 million investment to modernize Port Tampa Bay, unlock supply chains, and lower shipping costs. [[link removed]] Thankfully, security didn't toss me out when I CHEERED when he mentioned the funding of our Big Ben…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
August 22, 2022 at 6:31 PM

My ❤️❤️❤️ date

I got to bring Lola with me as my date to the Kennedy King Gala this weekend ❤️ [[link removed]] I'll be honest, my heart is full and I'm completely proud and content with the work we've already accomplished. With my family with me, over these last two years we fought for and delivered…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
August 19, 2022 at 5:04 PM

What the next week will look like...

On Tuesday at 7:01 pm the primary elections in Florida will be over. The next morning, the Republican Party of Florida will dump hundreds of thousands of dollars against me regardless of whether or not their candidate: ❌ Was in the Capital on January 6th ❌ Pledged a total ban and criminal …
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
August 17, 2022 at 2:45 AM

LAST-MINUTE request: be in our commercial!

Y'all, exciting news!!! Tomorrow (Wednesday, 8/17) we're filming our re-election TV commercial! Want to be in it? We're looking for last-minute volunteers to help us get some great footage for the remainder of the campaign. Reply to this email, sign up at the volunteer [[link removed]] button…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
August 12, 2022 at 8:00 PM

Check out this polling:

[[link removed]] 64% of Republicans are on our side! That's an absolutely stunning polling result that could spell disaster for the GOP in November, especially in suburban seats like this one. But, why am I sending this to you though? Because I'm sending it to my opponents too. My oppo…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
August 12, 2022 at 11:06 AM

$18m for HCC Brandon!!!

It's not JUST the roads we're fixing here in Brandon. This year, I was PROUD to bring home $18 MILLION for Hillsborough Community College's Brandon Campus! This was one of the largest member projects passed by any member, of any party. [[link removed]] My e-mail announcing the project …
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
August 9, 2022 at 11:15 AM

THREE MONTHS

[[link removed]] Ultimately, it's your choice. Do you want someone who's going to fight for YOU? Someone who puts the politics aside, delivers results, and fights for your FREEDOMS? Or do you want someone who will take away your rights, ban all abortions in Florida, and impose their va…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
August 5, 2022 at 1:18 AM

BREAKING: Criminalizing abortion care in Florida

In firing our State Attorney Andrew Warren, Governor DeSantis made clear his reason: He wants to be able to prosecute women who seek abortion care in Florida. Not for nothing either, our State Attorney is twice elected by the citizens of Hillsborough County , so this is a slap in the f…
  Flynn and Lola · [email protected]
August 4, 2022 at 6:59 PM

Happy birthday to our dad Andrew!

Flynn and Lola here! We wanted to wish our dad a HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! We gave Andrew the day off from fixing the d*mn (mom says we’re not allowed to say that word…) roads, fighting for our teachers and kids like us in schools, and helping veterans. He’ll be back at work tomorrow, b…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
August 4, 2022 at 1:02 AM

BOOM: another road fixed!

You hear a lot about gridlock and do-nothing politicians these days... but there is another path: [[link removed]] Today I was proud to be there when we turned on the new traffic light at Balm Riverview and Rhodine for the very first time. I told you I'd fix the damn roads, and I am! C…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
July 28, 2022 at 12:20 PM

Republicans turned their back on our Veterans

As a Veteran myself, someone who stood shoulder to shoulder with my sailors and Marines in harms way, I'll never understand how politicians can come home and turn their back on our troops... but that's EXACTLY what happened last night. 42 Republican Senators BLOCKED healthcare relief for out …
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
July 25, 2022 at 1:18 PM

Protecting gay marriage, and the fight for FL-15

As a Republican in 2008, I remember debating in favor of gay marriage which was the hot topic of the time. My point, that the government had no business in people's personal choices. I have remained consistent to that point because no matter the issue, we should ALWAYS respect personal choice. …
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
July 22, 2022 at 6:31 PM

Campaign Finance is broken... want to buy a pirate ship???

No, really... Want to buy a Gasparilla pirate ship? [link removed] [[link removed]] Normal people struggling to buy gas and groceries have no reason to know this, but Florida has a $1,000 contribution limit to political campaigns. BUT, you can give an UNLIMITED amount to a polit…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
July 21, 2022 at 4:30 PM

Why I was named the 2022 Champion of Business

Esrlier this year I was named as one of just two in the 120-member Florida Legislature as the 2022 Champion of Business! That came in addition to being the FIRST Democrat in over 20+ years to receive the Guardian of Small Business Award [[link removed]] by the National Federation of Independe…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
July 20, 2022 at 7:08 PM

UPDATE: We're fixing the damn roads!

I told you I'd do it, and I am! All lanes are re-opened on the newly expanded 301/Bloomingdale and I-75 onramp and intersection . The light is up at Rhodine and will start cycling next week, the stop sign has been installed on Dorman, and I'm just getting started! In all, we've paved hundreds…
  LCDR Andrew Learned · [email protected]
July 18, 2022 at 3:03 PM

Reporting for my Military Service

After college, I served on active duty with the US Navy for four years. Since then, I have remained an officer in the US Navy Reserve force and have deployed for 18-months to the Middle East in addition to my monthly and annual military service requirements. This week, I'm starting my annual service…
  Rep. Andrew Learned · [email protected]
July 15, 2022 at 8:49 PM

My opponents no showed...

They no-showed the only bipartisan forum of the election cycle today, too afraid to face questions from the public. [[link removed]] Why? Because we already know what they will do: ❌ Pass a total and complete ban on abortion in Florida without exception for rape or incest. ❌ …