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Bernard Taylor

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Bernard Taylor
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Candidate, U.S. House Florida District 21

Elections and appointments
Next election

November 3, 2026

Education

High school

Sebastian River High School

Personal
Birthplace
Miami, Fla.
Religion
Christian
Profession
Firefighter/paramedic
Contact

Bernard Taylor (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Florida's 21st Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]

Taylor completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Bernard Taylor was born in Miami, Florida. He earned a high school diploma from Sebastian River High School. His career experience includes working as a firefighter/paramedic. Taylor has been affiliated with the International Association of Firefighters and Local 2928.[1]

Elections

2026

See also: Florida's 21st Congressional District election, 2026

Note: At this time, Ballotpedia is combining all declared candidates for this election into one list under a general election heading. As primary election dates are published, this information will be updated to separate general election candidates from primary candidates as appropriate.

General election

The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

General election for U.S. House Florida District 21

Incumbent Brian Mast, Pia Dandiya, Elizabeth Pandich, and Bernard Taylor are running in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 21 on November 3, 2026.


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Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

Bernard Taylor completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Taylor's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Hello, I’m Bernard Taylor, I am a Firefighter, and I am honored to announce my candidacy for the Democratic nomination to represent Florida’s 21st Congressional District. Our district—home to Port St. Lucie, Fort Pierce, Stuart, Jupiter, and Palm Beach Gardens—is a diverse, hardworking, and resilient community. From our dedicated educators and small business owners to our frontline workers and families striving for a better future, the strength of Florida’s Treasure Coast lies in its people.
  • Economic Growth – It’s time to invest in small businesses, create good-paying jobs, and attract sustainable industries that strengthen our economy.
  • Healthcare Access – No one should have to choose between their health and their financial security. We must fight for affordable, high-quality healthcare for all.
  • Education Excellence – Investing in our schools means equipping our children with the tools they need to thrive.
Economic Opportunity, Healthcare Access, and Education Expansion.
I look up to my father. He is the example to me of what it means to stand on principle no matter the consequences.
I’m a leader, I’m responsible, I’m honest, and I’m compassionate.
To represent their constituents and do what’s in their best interest.
To leave the country in a better place for the average American.
9-11-2021 Terror attacks. I was in my 7th grade history class when the news broke.
Stock Clerk at Winn Dixie for a Year.
The Diary of Anne Frank. Even amongst potential consequences, there are people willing to help those most vulnerable.
Learning to accept things that you can’t change.
There should be term limits for everyone in government.
The amount of seniors that run calls on as a fireman who are worried about losing their healthcare and not being able to afford their medical bills is truly heartbreaking.
Compromise is necessary were it can be accomplished. Some things you have to stand on what you believe is right.
Putting the country in the best way to serve the people and reduce the budget deficit at the same time.
To investigate legitimate concerns and potential violations of the law.
Oversight, Ways and Means.
I believe that transparency is extremely important and we need campaign finance reform.

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Campaign finance summary


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Bernard Taylor campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2026* U.S. House Florida District 21Candidacy Declared general$9,187 $6,455
Grand total$9,187 $6,455
Sources: OpenSecretsFederal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* Data from this year may not be complete

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Footnotes

  1. Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 29, 2025


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