No Kings 3 Fills Jacksonville Streets as Calls for Justice Grow Louder
Hundreds gathered in Jacksonville for No Kings 3, marching from Friendship Fountain to the courthouse in a day of protest, music, and community. As speakers addressed civil rights and immigration, one deeply personal story underscored the urgency behind the movement.
NO KINGS 3 IN JACKSONVILLE BUILDS MOMENTUM WITH FULL PROGRAM LINEUP AND CITYWIDE PARTICIPATION
As thousands prepare to take to the streets, Jacksonville’s No Kings 3 march and rally is expected to become the largest mass action in the city’s history. Here’s what to know about the event, the voices involved, and what organizers say is a defining moment for community and collective action.
Candidate Spotlight: Jon Harris, District 16
With nearly two decades in the Army and a career in cybersecurity, John Harris is campaigning on service, problem-solving, and addressing rising costs for working families.
No Kings 3 Expected To Be The Largest Mass Action In City History
Organizers across Jacksonville are calling on residents to join No Kings 3, a major citywide march and rally expected to become the largest mass action in Jacksonville’s history. Participants will gather the afternoon of Saturday, March 28 at Friendship Fountain before marching across the Main Street Bridge to a rally at the Duval County Courthouse.
Organizers are asking attendees to wear yellow in solidarity as thousands take to the streets in a unified display of community resistance. Organizers anticipate more than 15,000 attendees.
Ethan Prillman Builds a New Space for Young Democrats in Lake County
Etham Prillman’s journey from teenage volunteer to founder of the Lake County Young Democrats demonstrates the power of grassroots engagement. His advice: start small, involve your friends, and don’t let the odds define your impact.
Frost Secures $13.4 Million in Federal Funding for Central Florida Community Projects
Congressman Maxwell Frost has secured $13.4 million in federal funding for Florida’s 10th District, supporting projects from public transportation and housing renovations to innovation labs and environmental preservation.
Candidate Spotlight: Mark Heggestad, District 5
With a career managing large projects and four decades officiating football games, Mark Heggestad says he brings fairness, accountability and real-world leadership to the political arena.
Breaking Barriers in Florida Politics: Quinnie Perez’s Story
As an openly trans candidate in Florida, Quinnie Perez has faced challenges and discrimination firsthand. Her campaign for Soil & Water Conservation is about more than environmental issues — it’s about giving a voice to marginalized communities and holding leaders accountable at every level of government.
Candidate Spotlight: Brit Robinson, District 4
Brit Robinson says watching her family lose everything after her mother was denied health insurance shaped her decision to run for Congress. Now, she says she wants to bring the experiences of struggling families into a political system she believes prioritizes corporations and billionaires.
Jasmyn announces Ashley L. Coleman new CEO
JASMYN, an organization serving Jacksonville’s LGBTQIA+ community, announced Wednesday that Ashley L. Coleman will take over as the organization’s new CEO.
The leadership transition comes after founding CEO Cindy Watson announced plans to retire at the end of 2025.
4th District Hopefuls Outline Priorities at Jacksonville Panel
With nearly every seat filled, voters gathered Tuesday evening to hear Democratic and Independent candidates for Florida’s 4th District make their case.
Eric Yonce calls to abolish ICE
District 6 Congressional candidate Eric Yonce calls to abolish ICE, signs pledge in Facebook video. Yonce is running to unseat Randy Fine.
‘ADAP DIDN’T JUST KEEP ME ALIVE’: A PERSONAL STORY AMID HIV FUNDING CUTS
On Father’s Day 2017, Catherine Corby’s life changed with a positive HIV test. Years later, after finding stability through Florida’s AIDS Drug Assistance Program, new funding cuts are leaving thousands without care — and raising urgent questions about what comes next.
Candidate Spotlight : Alex Hazen, District 5
Get to know District 5’s youngest candidate and his vision for Florida by reading our user submitted questions and Hazens answers below.
Community Holds Candlelight Vigil at Brookville,FL Courthouse to Protest Iran Conflict
The vigil, organized by Hernando County Democratic Club President Carol Barber and attended by district 12 candidate for Congress Chris Irizarry, was held in response to the recent attack on Iran.