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David Jolly Bets Turnout and Headwinds for Trump-Backed Opponent in Florida Governor Race
politics8 days ago

David Jolly Bets Turnout and Headwinds for Trump-Backed Opponent in Florida Governor Race

The article argues that David Jolly could win Florida’s governor race despite Byron Donalds’ money and Trump endorsement due to three factors: Trump’s waning influence may hurt Donalds in a general election; Donalds’ own unfavorable-to-favorable ratings and weaker performance in rural counties signal vulnerabilities; and Democrat Angie Nixon’s Senate bid could boost turnout among Democrats and progressives, especially in North Florida, helping Jolly as he frames himself as a moderate alternative.

via Tampa Bay Times|
#byron-donalds#david-jolly#florida
David Jolly Secures Democratic Bid for Florida Governor to Face Byron Donalds
politics9 days ago

David Jolly Secures Democratic Bid for Florida Governor to Face Byron Donalds

David Jolly, a former Republican congressman who switched to the Democratic Party, won the Democratic nomination for Florida governor and will face Republican Byron Donalds in November. Gwen Graham will run for Lieutenant Governor. Jolly pitches a broad, cross‑partisan coalition—Democrats, disaffected Republicans and independents—to end decades of Republican control in Florida, framing his campaign as post‑ideological and focused on broad change. Fundraising shows Donalds accumulating far more support than Jolly, highlighting the GOP’s competitive position in the state despite Jolly’s bid.

via WLRN|
#byron-donalds#david-jolly#florida
Dem Internal Poll Shows Jolly Narrowly Ahead of Donalds in Florida Race
florida-politics9 days ago

Dem Internal Poll Shows Jolly Narrowly Ahead of Donalds in Florida Race

An internal Democratic Governors Association poll conducted Aug. 10–13 by Hart Research Associates finds Democrat David Jolly leading Republican Byron Donalds by 1 point (46% to 45%) in a Florida-leaning sample (R+12). The survey casts Jolly as having broader appeal to independents and Hispanics, while Donalds is seen unfavorably by more voters. It notes potential crossover voting from Republicans (about 18%), a spending edge for Donalds, and suggests a tougher, more ambiguous race than public polls that show Donalds ahead.

via Florida Politics|
#byron-donalds#david-jolly#democratic-governors-association
politics10 days ago

Trump-backed Republican and centrist Democrat collide in Florida governor showdown

Florida’s governor race is set after GOP Rep. Byron Donalds won his primary with strong Trump backing and no endorsement from DeSantis, while former Rep. David Jolly captured the Democratic nomination on a more centrist path and tapped Gwen Graham as running mate, signaling a high-stakes general election that could test Trump’s influence and DeSantis’ waning clout in a ruby-red state.

via politico.com|
#byron-donalds#david-jolly#florida
Trump's Freedom at Risk as Threats Escalate, Evidence of Inflammatory Language Emerges
politics2 years ago

Trump's Freedom at Risk as Threats Escalate, Evidence of Inflammatory Language Emerges

Former GOP congressman David Jolly has stated that former President Donald Trump is getting closer to "losing his own liberty" due to his continued attacks on court staff during his New York civil fraud trial. Trump and his family are being sued for $250 million by the New York Attorney General for allegedly inflating Trump's net worth and the value of his assets. The trial judge has ruled that Trump and his family committed fraud, and the court will also rule on other accusations. Trump's recent posts attacking those involved in the case have led to an increase in threats against the judge and his staff. Jolly believes that Trump's behavior could lead to a loss of personal freedoms or a conviction, which could impact his chances of a 2024 presidential campaign. Jolly also suggests that Trump's behavior benefits President Joe Biden's reelection chances.

via Newsweek|
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