FL-GOV: Andrew Gillum draws major crowd in deep red Stuart amid algae crisis

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum enjoyed another high attendance rally in a deep red part of Florida, this time Martin County.

Gillum addressed about 1,500 people in Stuart after completing a boat tour of areas on Florida’s east coast struck by toxic algal blooms.
“Crowds of this size in Martin County are unheard of,” said campaign communications director Johanna Cervone.

“The energy and enthusiasm for Mayor Gillum and his vision for a Florida that works for everyone is incredible. Day after day, we’re seeing record crowds for Mayor Gillum in some of Florida’s most conservative areas. This movement is growing. As toxic algae and red tide hurt our economy and make people sick, Floridians are ready for a leader who will take on the special interests and make our environment a priority.”

Part of the reason the crowd seems so surprising? Republican President Donald Trump carried Stuart with 65 percent of the vote to Democrat Hillary Clinton’s 35 percent.


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