ORLANDO, FL – Today, the Rainbow Democrats caucus have announced another round of endorsements just a few days before the August 18 primary election. Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement on the Caucus’ endorsement: In the race for Orange County School Board District 7, our members endorsed incumbent school board member Melissa Byrd. Also endorsed… Read More
Rainbow Democrats Endorse Dr. Karen Castor Dentel, Rep. Geraldine Thompson, and Commissioner Emily Bonilla for re-election
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 14, 2020 ORLANDO, FL – Today, the Rainbow Democrats caucus have announced another round of endorsements just a few days before the August 18 primary election. Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement on the Caucus’ endorsements: Each of these incumbent elected officials has demonstrated their strong commitment to the LGBTQ+ community, ensuring that… Read More
Rainbow Democrats Endorse Sen. Victor Torres for re-election, Nicole Wilson for County Commission District 1, and Samuel Vilchez Santiago for HD 48
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 28, 2020 ORLANDO, FL – Today, the Rainbow Democrats caucus have announced another round of endorsements for candidates seeking office locally and statewide in Orange County. Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement on the Caucus’ endorsements: “The Rainbow Democrats have voted to send Senator Victor Torres back to the State Senate… Read More
Rainbow Democrats endorse Monique Worrell for State Attorney 9th Judicial Circuit
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2020 ORLANDO, FL – Today, the Rainbow Democrats caucus have announced their endorsement in the race for State Attorney in the 9th Judicial Circuit. After a careful review of the candidates and statements, the membership of the Rainbow Democrats voted to endorse Monique Worrell. Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement… Read More
U.S. Rep. John Lewis Passing
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 18, 2020 ORLANDO, FL – Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement on the passing of John Lewis: “The world lost a civil rights icon last night. We are deeply indebted to your servitude and commitment to equal rights for all. You taught us that the right to vote is a sacred right that should… Read More
Rainbow Democrats Endorse Amy Mercado for Orange County Property Appraiser
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 14, 2020 ORLANDO, FL – Today, the Rainbow Democrats caucus have announced their endorsement in the race for Orange County Property Appraiser. Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement on the Caucus’ endorsement: “Representative Amy Mercado will bring her legislative, professional and public service knowledge and experience to the office of Orange County Property Appraiser.… Read More
Rainbow Democrats Endorse Nina Yoakum for Florida House District 50
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 13, 2020 ORLANDO, FL – Today, the Rainbow Democrats caucus have announced their endorsement of Nina Yoakum, candidate for Florida House of Representatives District 50. Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement on the Caucus’ endorsement: “I believe that because of her commitment to progressive Democratic values, Nina Yoakum will be a valuable asset to… Read More
Rainbow Democrats Endorse Andrew Darling for Orange County Sheriff
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 13, 2020 ORLANDO, FL – Today, the Rainbow Democrats caucus has announced their endorsement in the race for Orange County Sheriff. Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement on the Caucus’ endorsement: “In the current climate where tensions are high due to the heightened visibility of police brutality and the killing of unarmed black men/women… Read More
The Rainbow Democrats Endorse Orange County’s Democratic Legislative Delegation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 12, 2020 ORLANDO, FL – Today the Rainbow Democrats are announcing our first round of endorsements for the 2020 election cycle. After a careful review of statements, support, and Legislative records, the Caucus membership voted to endorse the following Democratic Legislators for re-election: Representative Anna Eskamani (HD-47) Representative Carlos Guillermo Smith (HD-49) Senator Linda Stewart (SD-13) Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement… Read More
Statement on Pulse Remembrance, June 12, 2020
Rainbow Democrats President Brandon Nelson issued the following statement regarding the Pulse tragedy: Four years ago today changed The City Beautiful forever. Orlando, the State of Florida, the nation, and the world woke up to the news that there had been a shooting at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando. It would become the deadliest mass shooting… Read More
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