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At the Democratic National Convention, senior party members from South Florida warned of the threat they see from former President Donald Trump and praised Vice President Kamala Harris. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, senior Democratic member of Congress from Florida, cautioned against policies implemented by Republicans in Florida, describing them as a sign of what could happen if Trump comes to power again. Schultz also praised Harris for her strength, intelligence, and fight for freedom, security, and economic opportunity, contrasting her with Trump, whom she described as a “weird, lying crook who only cares about himself and his rich friends.”
Democratic National Convention Begins
As the Democratic National Convention commenced, senior Democrat members of Congress from South Florida highlighted Vice President Kamala Harris and expressed concerns about former President Donald Trump. U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, a senior Democratic figure in Florida, was among the schedule speakers for the opening day of the convention.
Wasserman Schultz planned to use Florida’s Republican-controlled government policies as a warning of potential repercussions if Trump were to regain presidency. “In Florida, Project 2025 is a daily reality, serving as an example of the hard-right agenda drafted by Trump allies,” Schultz stated. She warned that Florida is becoming a “testing ground for the right’s dangerous policies.”
During a breakfast meeting with the Florida convention delegation, Wasserman Schultz praised Harris and Democratic values while reminding attendees of the Trump presidency era. “Kamala fights for freedom, security, and economic opportunity, while Donald Trump only cares about his wealthy friends,” she said.
Frankel’s Perspective
Frankel, a veteran convention attendee like Wasserman Schultz, noted the year’s convention in Chicago was unique. She spoke of a “surge of enthusiasm” for the possibility of the first woman president, a woman of color. Frankel dismissed any gender-related resistance to a woman president influencing the upcoming election. She also reminded that many successful women presidents and prime ministers preside across the globe.
Back in the Limelight
Wasserman Schultz, who faced a controversy during the 2016 convention, emerged in the spotlight at the Chicago convention. She delivered a speech, conducted a CNN interview, and received applause at the Florida delegation’s breakfast. She holds a leadership role in the House as co-chair of the Democratic Steering and Policy Committee.
Florida’s Chances
Frankel expressed optimism about Harris’s chances in Florida, citing an “unprecedented level of enthusiasm.” She stressed the importance of financial resources and predicted a surge of women voters due to a referendum on abortion rights.
The Post-Biden Era
Since President Joe Biden’s decision not to run for re-election, the party has unified behind Harris. Wasserman Schultz, a longtime Biden supporter, praised his leadership and decency. Polls show Harris performing better in Florida and other critical swing states than Biden during his re-election campaign. “Her youthfulness and being potentially the first woman president of color have generated tremendous excitement,” Frankel remarked.
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