WMN- Miami Chapter of the Younger Women’s Task ForceMiami-Dade Candidates 2014

Endorsements by Ruth’s List:

Miami-Dade:STATE REPRESENTATIVE BARBARA WATSON — PROTECT

Ruth’s List helped Barbara Watson’s special election to the Florida House in March 2011.  This is a minority-majority district, so the winner of the primary will win the general election.  In 2012, the Florida Chamber of Commerce and other special interest groups fronted a “Republican in Democratic clothing” against Barbara.  A combination of their money and

low primary turnout meant this election was a squeaker:  Barbara won by just 13 votes!  This round, she has four opponents filed against her.  Barbara Watson is one of our most progressive voters in the State House.  In the past session, she’s introduced a bill to strengthen the Fair Housing Act and make it truly fair for all Floridians.  We all need Barbara to win on August 26, 2014.

To help Representative Watson, click here.

DANIELLA LEVINE CAVA -- MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION District #8 – PICK UP

Daniella Levine Cava will bring more than 30 years experience as a community advocate to her job as Miami-Dade County Commissioner.  From re-organizing community services post-Hurricane Andrew, to her most-recent work as Founder and CEO of Catalyst Miami, Daniella knows how to get things done in southeast Florida.  Her opponent, incumbent Linda Bell,

regularly puts corporate special interests before the needs of county residents.  Daniella is one of the best known and respected civic leaders in the county – characteristics that are helping her raise the funds necessary to win this challenging race.  Ruth’s List has helped Daniella build her campaign and finance plans and will rally our extensive member network to help her win.

DAISY BAEZ-- STATE HOUSE 114— PICK UP

Redistricting brought this swing seat to a slight-lean-Dem.  Incumbent Erik Fresen is one of the more radical anti-abortion state representatives – plus he’s regularly in the news for improprieties.  Daisy Baez brings a strong

background in hospital administration and organizing to this race.  Plus, her impressive network is helping her raise money and attract volunteers early on.  Ruth’s List has been working with Daisy for three years preparing her for this run.  She can win with our and your help.  It’s high time Florida had its first Dominican-American legislator!!

To help Daisy, click here.

Endorsements by SAVE DADE

Daniella Levine Cava

for Miami-Dade Co. Commission District 8

Vote Tuesday, August 26

Daniella has run a proudly pro-LGBT friendly campaign, and her experience in law and

nonprofits makes her a great candidate for this seat.

Rachel Glorioso Dooley

for County Court Judge in group 19

Vote Tuesday, August 26

Rachel is a former Assistant State Attorney with over 16 years of experience in

court and advocating for minors and victims of sexual abuse.

Alberto Milian

for 11th Circuit Court Judge in group 27

Vote Tuesday, August 26

Alberto is an attorney specializing in Criminal Law and Law Enforcement Labor Relations

with years of experience as a prosecutor.

Martin Zilber

for 11th Circuit Court Judge in group 56

Vote Tuesday, August 26

Is a private practice attorney with years of experience both in the business world and as an volunteer in

the community.

Fleur Lobree

for 11th Circuit Court Judge in group 67

Vote Tuesday, August 26

Judge Lobree assumed the bench in 2013 and presided over civil, criminal and domestic

violence cases as a county judge.

Veronica Diaz

for 11th Circuit Court Judge in group 70

Vote Tuesday, August 26

As an Assistant City Attorney for 7 years, Veronica has been able to assist officials in shaping the

landscape of the City.

Kevin Burns

for North Miami Mayor

Vote Tuesday, August 26

Kevin Burns served proudly out as the former Mayor of North Miami and has allied with

SAVE in years past. We are proud to support his bid for another term and excited to work

with him.

Jose Javier Rodriguez

for State House District 112

Vote Tuesday, November 4

Representative Rodriguez has established a track record in Tallahassee as a voice for taxpayers and

for everyday working families, including LGBT families.

David Richardson

for State House District 113

Vote Tuesday, November 4

Since becoming Florida's first elected openly gay state legislator in 2012, Rep. Richardson

has served as one of the LGBT community's strongest supporters.

Daisy J. Baez

for State House District 114

Vote Tuesday, November 4

Daisy is a healthcare industry veteran with years of executive experience. If

elected, she is committed to supporting equality for all Floridians.

Kionne McGhee

for State House District 117

Vote Tuesday, November 4

Since his election in 2012, Representative McGhee

has been an outspoken advocate for the most

marginalized members of society, including LGBT

people.

Links To Judges “Judgepedia”

Circuit judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Group 16

Thomas Aquinas Cobitz

Stephen Thomas Millan

Circuit judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Group 26

Christian Carrazana

Rodney “Rod” Smith

Circuit judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Group 27

Mary C. Gomez

Alberto “Al” Milian Circuit judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Group 58

Oscar Rodriguez-Fonts

Martin Zilber

Circuit judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Group 67

Fleur Jeannine Lobree

Mavel Ruiz

Circuit judge, 11th Judicial Circuit, Group 70

Veronica Diaz

Renier Diaz de la Portilla

County Judge, Group 19

Frank Bocanegra

Rachel Glorioso Dooley

Jacqueline “Jackie” Schwartz

County Judge, Group 36

Victoria Ferrer

Nuria Saenz

Property Appraiser

Albert Armada

Alex Dominguez

Pedro J. Garcia

Carlos Daniel Gobel

Eddy Gonzalez

Ballot Measures as Per Save Dade:

Ballot MeasuresVote Tuesday, November 4

YES on Amendment 1Florida Water and Land Conservation Initiative

YES on Amendment 2Florida Right to Medical Marijuana Initiative

NO on Amendment 3Florida Prospective Judicial Vacancies