President Obama to Campaign for Nelson, Gillum, Florida Democrats
October 29, 2018
For Immediate Release:
TALLAHASSEE, FL – Former President Barack Obama will campaign alongside Florida’s leading Democratic candidates on Nov. 2 in Miami at Ice Palace Films Studios, the Florida Democratic Party announced today.
President Obama’s visit will build on Florida Democrats’ unprecedented enthusiasm for our historically diverse ticket. Everyday Floridians are energized and are turning out in record numbers across the state for the Democratic ticket, and they’re ready to elect leaders who will put everyday people first on November 6.
The President’s visit follows two months of incredible crowds and growing enthusiasm for Democrats up and down the ticket and five special election victories in a row. Together, President Obama, U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson, Mayor Andrew Gillum, statewide candidates, congressional candidates, and candidates up and down the ballot will rally ahead of Election Day.
“Barack Obama has been my friend since I first introduced him to Florida in 2005, when he was a rising political star,” said Senator Bill Nelson. “I cast a key vote in support of his healthcare reforms, and he and I fought for public schools and protecting Florida’s unique and treasured environment.”
“I’m proud and humbled to have President Obama, my friend and a true patriot, on the campaign trail here in Florida,” said Mayor Andrew Gillum. “President Obama knows what’s at stake in this election — protections for people with pre-existing conditions, funding for public schools, and leadership to restore our environment. With President Obama’s help, we’re going to bring it home for Florida this November.”
And said FDP Chair Terrie Rizzo, “We are honored to welcome President Obama to Florida to help us get out the vote in the final days of the election. President Obama’s support of Sen. Nelson, Mayor Gillum and democrats up-and-down the ballot will be crucial to ensuring victory on Nov. 6.”
Further details, including the details of media logistics, will be announced in the coming days.
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