Florida Keys Democrats

Here's what is happening this week. Timing is running out to register to vote. The deadline is Oct. 5. Register now if you have not! If you received your ballot to vote by mail, send it in right away. Don't wait until the Oct. 22 deadline. Consider using UPS, Fed-Ex, or dropping at the Supervisor of Elections Office. Check out our voting recommendations. Voter guides will be sent soon. Mark your calendars for Oct. 8 for the Sunset Cruise on the Argo Navis out of Key West, Oct. 16 & 17 for Goombay, and the Keys Democrats meetings.

https://keysdems.com/dispatch/weekly-dispatch-september-28-2026

Join us on October 8 at 5:30 pm for the most celebrated activity in the Conch Republic, watching the sunset from a glorious boat like the Argo Navis. This cruise will offer drinks and appetizers as well as good company. This is a great chance to catch-up and relax with other Democrats while we plot our next electoral success.

Also, your support is greatly needed and appreciated to raise money for postcard projects, digital ad buys, and general funds to support our candidates. We had a great result in our digital ad buys leading up to the Aug. 18 election and we want to do more of this!

Click on the attached link - https://secure.actblue.com/donate/argonavis2026

Get your tickets now as they are limited.

Remember, the ARGO NAVIS is now docked adjacent to the Sunset Pier at Ocean Key House, 0 Duval St. Parking is a bit dicey, but the Opal Resort parking garage is close by.

We look forward to seeing you!

November is coming and also an end to Republicans' terrible government that has hurt Florida's residents. Are you registered to vote? Do you have a voting plan? Get ready>>> https://www.votemonroeflkeys.gov/Voting/Three-Ways-to-Vote/Vote-by-Mail

https://floridapolitics.com/archives/821244-donalds-jolly-crystal-ball/?

Sabato's 'Crystal Ball' sees David Jolly's odds improving — and Byron Donalds is taking notice Could Jolly become the first Democratic Governor in Florida this century?

Byron Donalds is running scared he is going to lose the Governor's race. Rightfully so, Republican support among Hispanics has plummeted, gas prices are too high, and no one can afford to live in Florida. Vote for David Jolly. down ballot.

"Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds launched an updated campaign website this week, stripping away numerous prominent references to his endorsement from Donald Trump as the president's approval ratings hit new lows."

"Previously, the second topic listed on his issues webpage was "Fight Illegal Immigration." That agenda item is no longer prominently featured. Instead, his updated website says he wants to "stop taxpayer handouts to illegal immigration" under the seventh listed issue, "Law and Order."'

Byron Donalds pulls prominent mentions of Trump from campaign website Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds launched an updated campaign website this week, stripping away numerous prominent references to his endorsement from Donald Trump as the presid...

Historic turnout is the goal for the November election. All of us can play a role by creating a plan to vote early or on election day, then getting your friends and family to register to vote and to the polls. Important reminders: Sunset Sail is Oct. 8, Goombay on Oct. 16 and 17 (volunteers needed), and No Kings Day October 17 to rally the vote. As always, attend a local government or Keys Dems meeting this month.

https://keysdems.com/dispatch/weekly-dispatch-september-21-2026

What's happening this week. There's a lot going on! Read about reflections on 9/11. Reminders of important voting dates. Make a plan to vote and sign up to be a poll watcher. Support our immigrant community and fight back against ICE's inhuman treatment of our residents. Connect at a local government or Keys Dems meeting. Volunteer at Goombay (Oct. 16 and 17) which overlaps with No Kings (Oct. 17). Attend Lower Keys League of Women Voters Constitution Day Event (Sept. 17). October Sunset Sail on the fabulous Argo Navis (Oct. 8)

https://keysdems.com/dispatch/weekly-dispatch-september-14-2026

Today is National Voter Registration Day, a day dedicated to registering to vote, checking your voter registration, and creating a voting plan. Here are key dates:

Monday, October 5, 2026 is the deadline to register to vote.

Thursday, October 22, 2026 is the deadline to submit a request for a ballot to be mailed. Request your ballot as soon as possible. 

October 19–31, 2026 early voting opens. 

Election Day: November 3

Visit https://www.votemonroeflkeys.gov/ or https://iwillvote.com/

Go to https://nationalvoterregistrationday.org/ for resources to get out the vote in your community.