A political showdown is brewing in Miami as Florida Congressman Byron Donalds prepares a striking protest against former Vice President Kamala Harris’ upcoming book tour appearance. Donalds’ campaign intends to deploy a mobile video display directly outside the event, aiming to sharply contrast his platform with Harris’ and the Democratic field vying for the Florida governorship.
The core message of the video, according to sources, is a direct appeal to voters: “Kamala Harris and radical Florida Democrats are for they/them. Byron Donalds is for you.” This phrasing is intended to highlight perceived ideological differences and position Donalds as a champion for everyday Floridians.
The video doesn’t shy away from directly targeting potential Democratic opponents. It features imagery including rainbow pride flags alongside pictures of Harris, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings, and former Congressman David Jolly – all seeking the governorship. The visual juxtaposition is a clear attempt to link these candidates with what Donalds’ campaign views as a progressive agenda.
Harris’ book, “107 Days,” chronicles her 2024 presidential campaign. The Miami event offers a platform for her to discuss the experience and potentially shape the narrative surrounding her political future, a moment Donalds’ campaign seeks to counter.
The campaign’s strategy hinges on revisiting Harris’ past statements, specifically her 2019 advocacy for transgender healthcare access for incarcerated individuals. Snippets from those comments will be prominently featured in the video displayed on the truck.
During her time as California Attorney General, Harris championed a policy ensuring transgender inmates received desired medical care. This stance, now resurfaced by the Donalds campaign, is presented as evidence of a broader ideological divide.
A key strategist for Donalds’ campaign articulated the underlying message, asserting that the policies of Harris and President Joe Biden have negatively impacted families through inflation, border issues, and a perceived weakening of national strength. He further positioned Demings and Jolly as continuations of this perceived radical agenda within Florida.
Donalds’ entry into the gubernatorial race was spurred by a significant endorsement from former President Donald Trump. Trump publicly declared his “Complete and Total Endorsement” for Donalds, urging him to run and predicting a successful governorship.
The planned demonstration underscores a growing intensity in the Florida gubernatorial race, signaling a campaign focused on stark ideological contrasts and a direct appeal to voters concerned about the direction of the state and the nation.
