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Hillsborough County Democratic Veterans Caucus
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For veterans and non-veterans in Hillsborough County, Florida. Our goals are to have veteran voices heard; to advocate for better benefits for veterans and active military service members; and to train and educate Democrat veterans to run for office.
Many families and friends often say they didn’t see any signs - It’s also important to know the visible and invisible signs, and as we’ve heard the experts, say, *Just check-in with those around you.*
December 7, 2025 at 3:31 AM
#YoureNotAlone
#HayEsperanza
Dial 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Text 988 (English & Spanish)
Text TALK to 741741
Textea AYUDA a 741741
Trevor Lifeline: 1.866.488.7386
Text TREVOR to 1.202.304.1200
Trevor Chat 💬 thetrevorproject.org
Trans 🏳️‍⚧️ Lifeline: 1.877.565.8860
December 7, 2025 at 3:31 AM
You should see the video below about *The Life of A Bubble 🫧* It’s beautiful.
December 7, 2025 at 3:31 AM
Silver beads are for first responders and those who served our nation 🇺🇸 who succumbed to #suicide.
December 7, 2025 at 3:31 AM
December 7, 2025 at 3:31 AM
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November 17, 2025 at 6:17 AM
- Property insurance and property taxes are a mess in Florida right now

- Home ownership isn’t as accessible as it could be

- Some Vets don’t even go to the VA because it’s a mess

- Make Florida Welcoming
November 17, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Other takeaways:

- We need to work with Republicans at the Florida State level in Tallahassee

- We need to look at how we handled this Shutdown

- Stay focused on representing people

- Have pride and patriotism for our flag and party
November 17, 2025 at 12:33 AM
- Disabled vets and their needs and resources
- Hire vets at the government level

- Vote those out who are not supporting Veteran resources and funding

- Reminder that LGBTQ+ youth is the biggest population of homeless youth
November 17, 2025 at 12:33 AM
How do we reduce veteran homelessness?
- Create jobs
- Education & Unions have pathways
- Address mental health issues as this leads to homelessness
- Address VA funding
- VA exemptions + Homestead
November 17, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Also, a threat is not caring for our veterans because they are promised to be cared for upon their return, and they’re not, so this affects recruitment.
November 17, 2025 at 12:33 AM
In the U.S.:
- North Korea
- Russia and NATO and Ukraine
- Iran and nuclear weapons
- The biggest threat is China’s stealing of our intellectual property so they apply it for their gain.
November 17, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Voter registration and collecting petitions in Florida is at risk in Florida as it’s become increasingly challenging to assure voters are registered and that those who vote by mail know to renew-enroll every two years as well as to collect petitions.
November 17, 2025 at 12:33 AM
In Florida:
There are only 2 Latinos in Florida’s Democratic Caucus and the Hispanic vote is arguably the largest voting block in the state.
November 17, 2025 at 12:33 AM
What do you think is the greatest national security threat we are facing now, in Florida and the US?
November 17, 2025 at 12:33 AM
Should you vote for a candidate because they’re a veteran?

No, you should vote 🗳️ based on the candidate’s skills and leadership qualities, and their platform. While veterans do have a different skill set, not every veteran can lead.
November 17, 2025 at 12:33 AM