David Jolly
@davidjolly.bsky.social
Candidate for Florida Governor. Dad, Husband. Former Congressman, fifth-generation Floridian. Let's start Florida's next chapter today.
Almost half of Floridians have considered moving out of the state due to costs, according to a new survey from Florida Atlantic University.
The cost-of-living crisis is driving people away. When we lose our communities, we lose what makes Florida special. https://bit.ly/47A88jW
The cost-of-living crisis is driving people away. When we lose our communities, we lose what makes Florida special. https://bit.ly/47A88jW
BEPI Poll: Half of Floridians Consider Leaving Over Cost of Living
The majority of Floridians are hanging on to the “American Dream,” but rising housing costs and everyday expenses make it difficult to achieve, according to a new poll from Florida Atlantic University...
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November 10, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Almost half of Floridians have considered moving out of the state due to costs, according to a new survey from Florida Atlantic University.
The cost-of-living crisis is driving people away. When we lose our communities, we lose what makes Florida special. https://bit.ly/47A88jW
The cost-of-living crisis is driving people away. When we lose our communities, we lose what makes Florida special. https://bit.ly/47A88jW
Our coalition is growing across Florida. Grateful to have the support of so many faith leaders across the state this morning.
Florida's next! Join us.
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Florida's next! Join us.
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Florida Black pastors backing David Jolly for Florida governor
More than two dozen pastors from historically Black congregations are backing Democrat David Jolly’s campaign for governor.
www.tallahassee.com
November 10, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Our coalition is growing across Florida. Grateful to have the support of so many faith leaders across the state this morning.
Florida's next! Join us.
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Florida's next! Join us.
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Yesterday, you could practically hear the panic emanating from the Trump White House.
Tonight, you can practically hear the sighs of relief.
Tonight, you can practically hear the sighs of relief.
November 10, 2025 at 5:44 AM
Yesterday, you could practically hear the panic emanating from the Trump White House.
Tonight, you can practically hear the sighs of relief.
Tonight, you can practically hear the sighs of relief.
Please join me for a special statewide virtual event honoring Florida’s veterans.
On Veterans Day Eve, we’ll reflect on service, sacrifice, and the path forward for those who’ve served our nation.
Register here: bit.ly/JollyVeteransDay2025
On Veterans Day Eve, we’ll reflect on service, sacrifice, and the path forward for those who’ve served our nation.
Register here: bit.ly/JollyVeteransDay2025
November 9, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Please join me for a special statewide virtual event honoring Florida’s veterans.
On Veterans Day Eve, we’ll reflect on service, sacrifice, and the path forward for those who’ve served our nation.
Register here: bit.ly/JollyVeteransDay2025
On Veterans Day Eve, we’ll reflect on service, sacrifice, and the path forward for those who’ve served our nation.
Register here: bit.ly/JollyVeteransDay2025
This week’s election results confirm what I’ve heard all over the state: people are looking for change and relief from the affordability crisis.
It was a pleasure to join @fox35orlando.bsky.social and discuss our campaign, and the momentum we have moving into 2026.
https://bit.ly/3WKPqQq
It was a pleasure to join @fox35orlando.bsky.social and discuss our campaign, and the momentum we have moving into 2026.
https://bit.ly/3WKPqQq
David Jolly on the Democrats' path to Fla. Governor
David Jolly, a former Republican Congressman, is now one of two Democrats running to succeed Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in 2026. Jolly will face Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings in the Democratic ...
www.fox35orlando.com
November 8, 2025 at 6:38 PM
This week’s election results confirm what I’ve heard all over the state: people are looking for change and relief from the affordability crisis.
It was a pleasure to join @fox35orlando.bsky.social and discuss our campaign, and the momentum we have moving into 2026.
https://bit.ly/3WKPqQq
It was a pleasure to join @fox35orlando.bsky.social and discuss our campaign, and the momentum we have moving into 2026.
https://bit.ly/3WKPqQq
Open enrollment began last weekend and Floridians noticed their premiums skyrocketed.
If Congress doesn't extend crucial tax credits, over 1 million Floridians are estimated to be priced out of marketplace plans, choosing to forgo care completely. https://bit.ly/4qAFDKe
If Congress doesn't extend crucial tax credits, over 1 million Floridians are estimated to be priced out of marketplace plans, choosing to forgo care completely. https://bit.ly/4qAFDKe
More than 1 million Floridians could be priced out of health insurance
Nearly 30% of Floridians with healthcare from the Affordable Care Act marketplace will likely be priced out of coverage, according to Florida Voices for Health.
www.cfpublic.org
November 7, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Open enrollment began last weekend and Floridians noticed their premiums skyrocketed.
If Congress doesn't extend crucial tax credits, over 1 million Floridians are estimated to be priced out of marketplace plans, choosing to forgo care completely. https://bit.ly/4qAFDKe
If Congress doesn't extend crucial tax credits, over 1 million Floridians are estimated to be priced out of marketplace plans, choosing to forgo care completely. https://bit.ly/4qAFDKe
Annual premiums for Floridians on ACA plans will rise from $888 to $1,904 in 2026, without vital tax credits.
That's simply unaffordable, and the last thing Floridians need is more unaffordable prices. https://www.wgcu.org/health/2025-11-04/a-healthcare-crisis-is-brewing-in-florida
That's simply unaffordable, and the last thing Floridians need is more unaffordable prices. https://www.wgcu.org/health/2025-11-04/a-healthcare-crisis-is-brewing-in-florida
A healthcare crisis is brewing in Florida
Millions of Floridians are at risk of losing their health insurance if Affordable Care Tax Credits expire at the end of the year. These credits help offset the cost of most plans.
www.wgcu.org
November 6, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Annual premiums for Floridians on ACA plans will rise from $888 to $1,904 in 2026, without vital tax credits.
That's simply unaffordable, and the last thing Floridians need is more unaffordable prices. https://www.wgcu.org/health/2025-11-04/a-healthcare-crisis-is-brewing-in-florida
That's simply unaffordable, and the last thing Floridians need is more unaffordable prices. https://www.wgcu.org/health/2025-11-04/a-healthcare-crisis-is-brewing-in-florida
2026 is coming fast, and we’re visiting every corner of the state, building our coalition on Democratic values: an economy that works for all, affordable housing, and quality health care.
New Jersey and Virginia are leading the charge for the future, and Florida is next!
New Jersey and Virginia are leading the charge for the future, and Florida is next!
November 6, 2025 at 3:04 PM
2026 is coming fast, and we’re visiting every corner of the state, building our coalition on Democratic values: an economy that works for all, affordable housing, and quality health care.
New Jersey and Virginia are leading the charge for the future, and Florida is next!
New Jersey and Virginia are leading the charge for the future, and Florida is next!
James Carville always calls it like he sees it. The truth is, we’ve got an affordability crisis in Florida that our current leadership refuses to solve. We’re offering solutions for every corner of this state, and we’re going to win this race. Join us! https://davidjolly.com/
November 6, 2025 at 2:47 PM
James Carville always calls it like he sees it. The truth is, we’ve got an affordability crisis in Florida that our current leadership refuses to solve. We’re offering solutions for every corner of this state, and we’re going to win this race. Join us! https://davidjolly.com/
Great to spend the day in Orlando speaking to voters and viewers throughout the region! We have serious momentum headed into 2026, and we’re so happy to share our coalition’s message far and wide across Florida.
November 5, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Great to spend the day in Orlando speaking to voters and viewers throughout the region! We have serious momentum headed into 2026, and we’re so happy to share our coalition’s message far and wide across Florida.
Florida A&M University is a jewel in the crown of Florida’s state university system. Its legacy and autonomy must be protected - and that’s exactly what I’ll do as Florida’s next Governor.
November 5, 2025 at 9:19 PM
Florida A&M University is a jewel in the crown of Florida’s state university system. Its legacy and autonomy must be protected - and that’s exactly what I’ll do as Florida’s next Governor.
It was a night of big wins all across the country – and next year, it’s Florida’s turn. We’re already laying the groundwork traveling across the state, and I hear the same thing we saw last night: People know the status quo isn’t working, and we’re ready for change. Join us: davidjolly.com
November 5, 2025 at 7:18 PM
It was a night of big wins all across the country – and next year, it’s Florida’s turn. We’re already laying the groundwork traveling across the state, and I hear the same thing we saw last night: People know the status quo isn’t working, and we’re ready for change. Join us: davidjolly.com
Congratulations to Governor-elect Sherrill and Governor-elect Spanberger! Voters are making it clear across the country that they want Democratic values – and Florida is next!
November 5, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Congratulations to Governor-elect Sherrill and Governor-elect Spanberger! Voters are making it clear across the country that they want Democratic values – and Florida is next!
After a big night for New Jersey and Virginia, it’s clear: Florida is next.
Democrats across the nation are lifting everyone up, one day and one fight at a time.
Democrats across the nation are lifting everyone up, one day and one fight at a time.
November 5, 2025 at 2:34 AM
After a big night for New Jersey and Virginia, it’s clear: Florida is next.
Democrats across the nation are lifting everyone up, one day and one fight at a time.
Democrats across the nation are lifting everyone up, one day and one fight at a time.
When you have the chance to change the world, you take it.
Next November, the story will be that we created a movement so strong it couldn’t be stopped.
And for the first time in 30 years, Florida voters chose a new direction.
Next November, the story will be that we created a movement so strong it couldn’t be stopped.
And for the first time in 30 years, Florida voters chose a new direction.
November 4, 2025 at 3:33 PM
When you have the chance to change the world, you take it.
Next November, the story will be that we created a movement so strong it couldn’t be stopped.
And for the first time in 30 years, Florida voters chose a new direction.
Next November, the story will be that we created a movement so strong it couldn’t be stopped.
And for the first time in 30 years, Florida voters chose a new direction.
Kicking off the 1 year countdown to the November 3, 2026 election with the FIU Collge Democrats was proof that GenZ is leading the way as we work together to build a winning coalition that believes in Florida's future.
November 4, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Kicking off the 1 year countdown to the November 3, 2026 election with the FIU Collge Democrats was proof that GenZ is leading the way as we work together to build a winning coalition that believes in Florida's future.
"Around two-thirds of registered voters say the Trump administration has fallen short on the economy and the cost of living." - NBC News Poll
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Poll: Frustration with Trump gives Democrats an opening a year before the midterms
Around two-thirds of voters say Trump has not lived up to their expectations on the economy and the cost of living, according to the new NBC News poll.
www.nbcnews.com
November 3, 2025 at 11:16 AM
"Around two-thirds of registered voters say the Trump administration has fallen short on the economy and the cost of living." - NBC News Poll
www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcn...
www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcn...
4.7 million Floridians are insured through Affordable Care Act plans, but when open enrollment begins tomorrow, enrollees are likely to see much higher prices: Congress is set to let crucial tax credits expire, causing premiums to double on average.
October 31, 2025 at 6:55 PM
4.7 million Floridians are insured through Affordable Care Act plans, but when open enrollment begins tomorrow, enrollees are likely to see much higher prices: Congress is set to let crucial tax credits expire, causing premiums to double on average.
15% of Miami-Dade households live in poverty, and another 39% are considered asset-limited yet employed.
Our families are having trouble affording their basic necessities, and it’s unacceptable. We have to fix our state’s generational affordability crisis.
https://bit.ly/47zGIcN
Our families are having trouble affording their basic necessities, and it’s unacceptable. We have to fix our state’s generational affordability crisis.
https://bit.ly/47zGIcN
Well past the poverty line, but struggling to live: What's being done to help this growing number of residents
Families across South Florida are struggling to pay bills, even though they are well past the poverty line. These residents are known as “ALICE.”
www.nbcmiami.com
October 30, 2025 at 2:42 PM
15% of Miami-Dade households live in poverty, and another 39% are considered asset-limited yet employed.
Our families are having trouble affording their basic necessities, and it’s unacceptable. We have to fix our state’s generational affordability crisis.
https://bit.ly/47zGIcN
Our families are having trouble affording their basic necessities, and it’s unacceptable. We have to fix our state’s generational affordability crisis.
https://bit.ly/47zGIcN
Last night, we had over 250 Floridians ready for change join us in Volusia County.
This coalition is continuing to grow, thanks to people like you.
Thank you to the @nwdemocrats.bsky.social for hosting this forum.
This coalition is continuing to grow, thanks to people like you.
Thank you to the @nwdemocrats.bsky.social for hosting this forum.
October 29, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Last night, we had over 250 Floridians ready for change join us in Volusia County.
This coalition is continuing to grow, thanks to people like you.
Thank you to the @nwdemocrats.bsky.social for hosting this forum.
This coalition is continuing to grow, thanks to people like you.
Thank you to the @nwdemocrats.bsky.social for hosting this forum.
This weekend, I attended the NAACP St Petersburg Branch’s Freedom Fund Gala. What a beautiful and inspiring event! Special thanks to President Esther Sanni for her leadership and invitation. (Photo credit: Will Johnson)
October 29, 2025 at 6:03 PM
This weekend, I attended the NAACP St Petersburg Branch’s Freedom Fund Gala. What a beautiful and inspiring event! Special thanks to President Esther Sanni for her leadership and invitation. (Photo credit: Will Johnson)
This week, we spoke with and learned from voters in Molino. Democrats haven’t always campaigned here, but this Democrat can’t wait to come back again and again. Thank you to everyone who joined us!
www.northescambia.com/2025/10/david-jolly-democrat-candidate-for-governor-holds-molino-town-hall
www.northescambia.com/2025/10/david-jolly-democrat-candidate-for-governor-holds-molino-town-hall
October 29, 2025 at 2:26 PM
This week, we spoke with and learned from voters in Molino. Democrats haven’t always campaigned here, but this Democrat can’t wait to come back again and again. Thank you to everyone who joined us!
www.northescambia.com/2025/10/david-jolly-democrat-candidate-for-governor-holds-molino-town-hall
www.northescambia.com/2025/10/david-jolly-democrat-candidate-for-governor-holds-molino-town-hall
While Florida is not in the current path of Hurricane Melissa, we know the threats of storms like this all too well. My thoughts are with the Caribbean communities impacted by this storm and the Jamaican community at home and abroad.
Please consider donating or volunteering: https://bit.ly/3L4k1Wz
Please consider donating or volunteering: https://bit.ly/3L4k1Wz
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October 28, 2025 at 4:35 PM
While Florida is not in the current path of Hurricane Melissa, we know the threats of storms like this all too well. My thoughts are with the Caribbean communities impacted by this storm and the Jamaican community at home and abroad.
Please consider donating or volunteering: https://bit.ly/3L4k1Wz
Please consider donating or volunteering: https://bit.ly/3L4k1Wz
As Democrats we have to go into communities we haven’t won before and talk about our values.
Tonight we are in Molino for our 108th event! We’re covering the entire state and talking to every single voter — join us.
Tonight we are in Molino for our 108th event! We’re covering the entire state and talking to every single voter — join us.
October 28, 2025 at 3:15 PM
As Democrats we have to go into communities we haven’t won before and talk about our values.
Tonight we are in Molino for our 108th event! We’re covering the entire state and talking to every single voter — join us.
Tonight we are in Molino for our 108th event! We’re covering the entire state and talking to every single voter — join us.
Thank you to the @polkdec.bsky.social for the opportunity to speak at the Freedom Gala this weekend. It was wonderful to connect with so many new friends and familiar faces, too. Always inspired after spending time with a crowd like this.
October 27, 2025 at 10:23 PM
Thank you to the @polkdec.bsky.social for the opportunity to speak at the Freedom Gala this weekend. It was wonderful to connect with so many new friends and familiar faces, too. Always inspired after spending time with a crowd like this.