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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 2h

"If President Trump and Republicans don’t agree to extend the ACA Premium Tax Credit, 24.3 million Americans will see their health care costs spike by 75% or more. Two million Floridians are estimated to lose insurance, and many will needlessly get sicker and die as a result."
https://bit.ly/4oaoYLE

Commentary: Florida hit hardest by Obamacare cuts | Rep. Darren Soto

As the Congressman writes, in Florida, 4.6 million people get their private health plans through the Obamacare exchange, and the top 10 Obamacare congressional districts are all in the state.

www.orlandosentinel.com

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 2h

The FDP joins the world in welcoming the safe return of all remaining living hostages released by Hamas. We are hopeful this ceasefire marks the beginning of an enduring peace. Every family deserves safety, dignity, and the chance to rebuild.

https://apnews.com/live/israel-hamas-updates-10-13-2025

Live updates: Hamas frees living hostages and Israel releases prisoners as Trump visits the region

Hamas released all 20 living Israeli hostages Monday, and Israel released more than 1,900 Palestinian prisoners as part of a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. U.S. President Donald Trump is in the region to discuss postwar plans.

apnews.com

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 3h

On Indigenous People’s Day, Florida Democrats honor and reflect on the history, resilience, and rich culture of our Indigenous communities.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 5h

Florida Senate Democrats rolled out the first bills in their 2026 Affordability Agenda — a plan designed to bring relief to Floridians facing skyrocketing costs under Republican leadership.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 2d

"María Corina Machado’s Nobel Peace Prize is not only a recognition of her courage and conviction, it’s a tribute to every Venezuelan who has risked everything to fight for freedom, justice, and human rights," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.

Full statement ⤵️ floridadems.org/2025/10/the-...

The Florida Democratic Party Celebrates Nobel Peace Prize Win for Venezuelan Leader María Corina Machado

Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried released the following statement celebrating Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who was awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her tireless w...

floridadems.org

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 3d

During #HispanicHeritageMonth, we honor dedicated community leaders like William Díaz, whose commitment to democracy and empowerment is crucial to shaping a more inclusive Florida for all.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 3d

🚨 Florida is the #1 state for banned books in the nation.

➡️ Visit FloridaDems.org to get involved and help elect Democratic leaders who fight to support our students, parents and classrooms. #BannedBooksWeek

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 3d

‼️While Florida Republicans are playing political games with your hard-earned tax dollars, Democrats are busy fighting for what matters: YOU.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 5d

More people in Hialeah rely on the ACA than anywhere else in the country. Republicans want to rip it away.

Democrats passed it, Democrats defend it, and Democrats will keep fighting for affordable care for all.
https://www.politico.com/story/2015/06/obamacare-hialeah-florida-enrollment-118578

Obamacare's unlikely No. 1 city

The health care law's top spot is a solidly Republican working-class town just 10 miles outside of Miami.

www.politico.com

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 6d

The Florida Democratic Party is proud to announce our latest Take Back Local slate — five community-driven candidates fighting to make life better for everyday Floridians ✅

Volunteer, run, or register to vote >> http://floridadems.org/get-involved

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 6d

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 6d

During Banned Books Week, remember: Hillsborough County had the 2nd most book bans in the nation last year.

While FL Republicans play culture war games, classrooms are underfunded and enrollment is dropping. Florida’s students deserve better. https://bit.ly/42r1SYJ

Hillsborough schools rank second in nation for book removals, report says

A new advocacy report indicates the district pulled hundreds of titles for review in June alone.

www.tampabay.com

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 7d

🚨Today is the registration deadline to vote in Nov. 4th Municipal Elections! Make your voice heard on the issues that shape your community.

Visit floridadems.org/voting to register and double-check your status NOW 🗳️

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 7d

Florida leads the nation in ACA coverage with 4.7 MILLION enrolled.

That’s not just a number — that’s your family, your neighbors, YOU.

Democrats passed it and will never stop fighting to protect it.
www.wusf.org/health-news-...

Here's how ACA tax credits expiring and Medicaid cuts could impact Floridians

From the looming Medicaid cuts to the expiration of enhanced premium tax credits for Affordable Care Act plans, big changes are on the horizon for health care in the Sunshine State.

www.wusf.org

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 10d

This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we celebrate Luisa Santos, an educator, community leader, and proud DACA recipient who made history serving on the Miami-Dade School Board.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 11d

Republicans: *Controls every branch, blames it on Democrats*

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 11d

In 2010, Democrats passed the Affordable Care Act — expanding coverage to millions, protecting pre-existing conditions, and making care more affordable. Now Republicans want to dismantle it.

Democrats believe health care is a right, not a privilege. www.cbpp.org/research/hea...

Entering Their Second Decade, Affordable Care Act Coverage Expansions Have Helped Millions, Provide the Basis for Further Progress | Center on Budget and Policy Priorities

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) expanded eligibility for affordable health coverage.

www.cbpp.org

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 11d

Rep. María Salazar claims to stand with working families — but voted to gut ACA tax credits that thousands in her own district rely on. Floridians can’t afford her broken promises on health care.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 11d

On Yom Kippur, we wish all who are observing in Florida and across the nation a meaningful, reflective, and peaceful fast. G’mar Chatimah Tovah!

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 12d

What a weekend in Central Florida: celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring leaders at Onyx’s Men of Honor Dinner, canvassing, and joining roundtables & community meetings. Florida Dems are organizing and building power statewide.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 12d

Floridians deserve leaders who protect their health care — not politicians like Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, who voted to rip away ACA tax credits, putting thousands of families in her own district at risk.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 12d

Working families deserve better.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 12d

“While Democrats are focused on protecting health care and ensuring hardworking Americans can thrive, Republicans are manufacturing another crisis," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried.
https://floridadems.org/2025/09/democrats-fighting-for-health-care-as-republicans-force-government-shutdown/

Democrats Fighting for Health Care as Republicans Force Government Shutdown

The Florida Democratic Party denounces the imminent Republican led Government shutdown. Republicans control the House, the Senate, and the White House. Rather than working across the aisle to solve pr...

floridadems.org

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 12d

Visit bit.ly/callmyflrep to call your representatives and demand a deal to avoid the republican government shut down.

Representatives | house.gov

All Cannon above-ground rooms are three digits. As you would expect, the first digit indicates the floor level. For example, 303 Cannon is on the 3rd floor.

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Florida Democrats @fladems.bsky.social · 12d

Republicans are forcing a government shutdown because they don't care about your healthcare.

Democrats are fighting for a simple plan: cancel the cuts, lower costs, and save health care.

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