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Florida lawmaker switches to Republican Party after winning election as a Democrat: ‘I’m tired of being the party of protesting’

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Florida lawmaker switches to Republican Party after winning election as a Democrat: ‘I’m tired of being the party of protesting’

www.latintimes.com

NewsEnglish • 24 hours ago

Florida Lawmaker Switches to Republican Party After Winning Election as a Democrat: 'I'm Tired of Being the Party of Protesting'

www.latintimes.com

In a surprising political shift, Florida Representative Susan Valdes announced her decision to leave the Democratic Party and join the Republican Conference.

Summary

Florida Representative Susan Valdes announced her switch from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party shortly after her re-election.

She expressed alignment with Republican Speaker Daniel Perez’s vision and a desire to address her constituents’ needs.

While acknowledging potential policy disagreements, Valdes emphasized respect within the Republican supermajority.

Her defection strengthens Republican control in the Florida House and highlights growing divisions within state politics.

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  Her core principle of “fuck everyone who voted for me, I got mine” does align perfectly with her new party.
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    Fuck you got mine is the principle of this entire country since it’s birth

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