Democratic Senate Candidate Speaks Out on FDP’s Disconnect with African Americans

Democrat Stanley Campbell voiced a pressing concern regarding the Florida Democratic Party’s relationship with its African American leadership and with its base.This political revelation comes in the wake of the controversial ousting of two African American county Party Chairs, sparking debates about inclusivity and representation within the party ranks. “Having traveled the state and having spoken to many of the party leadership, I see many issues requiring work, and none that purport to firing individuals,” Campbell said. “Most of the work needed requires their funding and support, not much more or less.” As a military veteran, graduate of a Florida A&M University, business owner, farmer and lifelong Democrat, Campbell says he brings a unique perspective to the political landscape – one that he believes is resonating with an overwhelming number of the people in the State of Florida. “It’s just our Florida core values,” he said. His experience and the experience of others have been contrary to expectations, facing what he called unexpected backlash from the Florida Democratic Party for his candidacy. Despite this, Campbell remains committed to his mission: to offer the people of Florida a unifying candidate capable of overcoming Senator Rick Scott, his Republican opposition in the...