Christopher King (Florida)

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Christopher King

Democratic Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 6, 2018

Education

Bachelor's

Harvard College

Law

University of Florida

Personal

Profession

Entrepreneur

Contact

Personal website

Christopher King (Democratic Party) ran for election for Lieutenant Governor of Florida. He lost in the general election on November 6, 2018.

King also ran for election for Governor of Florida. He lost in the Democratic primary on August 28, 2018.

King ran on a joint ticket with the 2018 Democratic gubernatorial nominee, Andrew Gillum. He chose King as his running mate on September 6, 2018.

Biography

Born in Orlando, Florida, King attended Harvard University, where he graduated with a bachelor's in religion, politics, and American public policy. King went on to attend law school at the University of Florida. In 2006, King founded Elevation Financial Group, a company focusing on property management and investment in real estate.

Education

• Bachelor's in religion, politics, and American public policy - Harvard University
• J.D. - University of Florida

Elections

2018

See also: Florida gubernatorial and lieutenant gubernatorial election, 2018

General election

General election for Lieutenant Governor of Florida

The following candidates ran in the general election for Lieutenant Governor of Florida on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Jeanette Nuñez (R)	49.6	4,076,186
		Christopher King (D)	49.2	4,043,723
		Nancy Argenziano (Reform Party)	0.6	47,140
	Submit photo	Ellen Wilds (No Party Affiliation)	0.3	24,310
	Submit photo	John Tutton Jr. (No Party Affiliation)	0.2	14,630
	Submit photo	Ryan McJury (No Party Affiliation)	0.2	14,505
		Other/Write-in votes	0.0	66

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Campaign themes

2018

King's campaign website stated the following:

“	A Fair Economy As Governor, Chris will encourage a fair economy for all Floridians. With well-paying jobs disappearing, Florida needs to raise the minimum wage and create jobs that can actually support families. Chris’ business has done it, and Florida can’t stay afloat unless its economy works for all and not just some. Gender Equity Florida can only take the lead when all its people, especially women, are treated fairly. Chris will work to protect the right to choose, end workplace discrimination, and close the pay gap, so everyone can reach their fullest potential. Affordable Housing Over the last decade, Chris has revitalized thousands of run-down apartments, turning them into thriving communities. Chris will put seniors and everyday Floridians first by reversing how state government has squandered affordable housing funds. Equality For 10 years, a bill to protect LGBTQ individuals from discrimination has been in the Florida legislature waiting to be passed. As Governor, Chris will make sure that bill is passed so every Floridian has equal protection under the law. Our Environment Climate change is bad for our future and bad for our economy. Despite rising sea levels, an imperiled everglades, and crisis-level algae blooms, Tallahassee leaders continue to advance policies that fail to protect our environment. Chris believes we must act now. Florida’s beauty must be preserved for future generations. Health Care No one should have to go to the ER for routine health care. Even though nearly 2.6 million Floridians have no health insurance, Tallahassee turned away federal funds that would have provided low-cost preventative care and expanded healthcare access, all while creating thousands of jobs. Homegrown Jobs Tallahassee has showered incentives on out-of-state corporations that pay low wages and export most of their profits. As a progressive entrepreneur, Chris knows we need to refocus on homegrown businesses that create jobs and prosperity here at home. Ethics Chris sees how Tallahassee leaders have used public office for private gain while letting Florida’s economy decline. It’s time to extend bans on lobbying by former public officials, keep them from getting extra pay-outs, and force government out of the dark and back into the sunshine. Workforce Training In a rapidly changing economy, many workers are finding it nearly impossible to find a job that can support a family. Chris has a plan for new institutes located and administered in our state’s community college system to equip workers with career-ready skills and connect them to well-paying jobs. Affordable College Kids strive for the opportunity to follow their dreams and employers want more educated workers, yet higher education is unaffordable for too many Floridians. Chris’ college access program has built a model for students to graduate without crushing debt, pursue their careers and energize our communities. Veterans & Military Our service men and women risk their lives for our country, and they deserve the absolute best health care and career resources when they return home. Chris will work to improve support services for our veterans and military families. Elections & Voting Chris believes our leaders should be in the business of expanding the right to vote, not suppressing it. As Governor, he will restore voting rights to nonviolent ex-offenders, expand early voting, and make it easier to register to vote.	”
—Chris King’s campaign website (2018)

See also

• Governor of Florida
• Florida gubernatorial election, 2018

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