Sarasota Dems - Press Releases

Republican School Board Members Reject Title IX Guidelines

The Sarasota School Board voted 4-1 to reject the federal government's new Title IX guidelines, which protect students from discrimination based on gender identity. Bridget Ziegler of Moms for Liberty brought the resolution, which could result in the loss of $107M in fed...

8 May 2024

Local Democratic Party Accuses Sarasota Tiger Bay of Violating By-Laws and Recommends Boycott

Sarasota, FL—The Sarasota County Democratic Party has recently raised concerns over what it perceives as unfair treatment and favoritism from the nonpartisan organization Sarasota Tiger Bay.

6 May 2024

As Six-Week Abortion Ban Goes Into Effect, Dems Look to Amendment 4 to Right a Wrong

Millions of women in Florida are losing access to critical reproductive health care due to a new six-week abortion ban. The blame lies with Republicans working to overturn Roe v. Wade. However, a constitutional amendment has been added to November's ballot that could res...

30 April 2024

Kale Announces Campaign Move to Florida's18th Congressional District

Andrea Doria Kale has officially announced her candidacy for Florida's 18th Congressional District, bringing her message of Reproductive Rights to central Florida. Previously running for CD17, Kale is determined to fight for the rights and freedoms that have been eroded ...

26 April 2024

Sarasota Democrats Slam Republican Commission's 'Mean-Spirited' Move to Sever Ties with United Way

Democrats criticize the Sarasota County Commission's decision to cut ties with United Way, calling it an "extremist, mean-spirited, and reactionary" move. This act again reveals how Republicans on the County Commission and Hospital Board are attacking local healthcare.

24 April 2024

Rep. Steube votes against bipartisan support for Ukraine

Congressman Greg Steube has voted against aid to Ukraine. His vote demonstrates a lack of understanding and confirms that Steube is unfit to represent the 17th Congressional District.

21 April 2024

Alan Sprintz, with Decades of Experience, Joins Democrats Running for Hospital Board

Alan Sprintz has filed for Sarasota County Hospital Board, At Large, Seat 1 as the third Democrat candidate. He is committed to keeping Sarasota Memorial Hospital a public institution. Sprintz is a retired hospital administrator and businessman from Sarasota.

12 April 2024

Democrats Offer Competence Over Extremism in Hospital Board Race

Op-Ed submitted to the Sarasota Herald-Tribune on April 1, 2024

1 April 2024

True Blue '24' Meet-and-Greet in Venice to Include Down-Ballot Candidates

The True Blue ’24 Rally, which will take place on March 30 at Maxine Barritt Park in Venice, FL, will host candidates for various local positions. The rally includes a 1 p.m. program, food trucks, raffles, and family-friendly activities.

24 March 2024

Celebrate Democracy Under the Big Tent: Is Theme of Democrats’ March 9th Community Festival

A circus-themed festival on March 9 at the Circus Arts Conservatory will host 14 political candidates. Attendees can learn about the upcoming elections, meet candidates, and enjoy circus entertainment and food trucks.

4 March 2024