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In reply to the discussion: FL-GOV: What is Gillum's path to victory? [View all]DemocraticSocialist8
(396 posts)33. I think Gillum has some trends going in his favor
Puerto Rico
Gun violence from Parkland and the weak reaction from the GOP on that issue
Black voters who support his stance on Stand Your Ground and other issues
I'm more worried about voter suppression than anything else. I know how much the far-right banks on that to win. Look at the games they were/are playing in Georgia against Stacey Abrams. It's the elephant in the room too many people don't want to acknowledge.
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Many Latinos in Florida are conservative. While Gillum does need to win a majority...
Garrett78
Aug 2018
#8
Florida in mid-terms is typically red and more purple in presidential years. So...
Garrett78
Aug 2018
#10
It's certainly to our advantage (one would think) that FL, GA, KS and OK have all...
Garrett78
Aug 2018
#37
Yes, but our turnout in presidential years is stronger relative to Republicans.
Garrett78
Aug 2018
#15