Democrats express optimism at Tampa fundraiser despite GOP victories
One of the speakers, U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist, plans to make a big announcement next week.
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Congressman Charlie Crist, seen here on Election Day on Nov. 3, 2020, spoke Saturday at a Democratic fundraiser in Tampa. He expressed optimism about the party despite the GOP's dominance, and is days away from making a big political announcement. [ MARTHA ASENCIO RHINE | Times ]
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TAMPA â U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist and other prominent state Democrats delivered a message of optimism about the future of the Florida Democratic Party at a fundraiser Saturday.
Crist spoke just days before he is set to make a big announcement â possibly declaring for the 2022 governorâs race â and hours after Republicans wrapped up this yearâs legislative session by handing Gov. Ron DeSantis a string of conservative victories.