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Darlene Cerezo Swaffar
Darlene Cerezo Swaffar (Republican Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Florida's 23rd Congressional District. She declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Biography
Swaffar was born in New York, New York. She earned an associate degree from St. John's University in 1993 and attended Florida International University for business management. Her career experience includes working as the owner and president of Sunshine Insurance Associates. She has also worked in business banking, mortgages, corporate recruiting, accounting and finance, project management, and economic development. Swaffar has also worked as a medicare and health insurance expert.[1][2][3]
Swaffar has been affiliated with the following organizations:[2][3]
- The Tower Club, member
- South FL Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce, member
- Greater South FL Chamber of Commerce, member
- Women's Prosperity Network, member
- Elderly Service Resource Network ESRN, member
- NAHU Palm Beach Chapter, member
- Small Business Administration TED Women's Center, member
- Republican National Hispanic Assembly, constitution member
- National Federation of Republican Women, member
- Coral Springs Parkland Republican Club, member
- Boca Raton Regional Republican Club, member
- Family Christian Coalition
- Smart Florida
- Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce
Awards and honors
Swaffar has been awarded the following honors:[2]
- Small Business Administration TED Women’s Center “Business Growth Award” May 2019
- Monarch Care “Connector’s Award May 2019
- Fort Lauderdale Finest Honoree, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, June 2003
- Winner of the 2001 VISTA Award, NAWBO
- Winner of “In Focus Magazine’s” Technology Summit of the Americas, Year 2000 Latin Business & Technology Award.
- Year 2000 Finalist - South Florida Business Journal “Up & Comers Awards.”
- Community Service Awards from the Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce of South Florida, December 1999, September 1999, December 1997, and July 1996
- Finalist for the 1999 “Puerto Rican Woman of the Year” award being presented by the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the National Conference of Puerto Rican Women.
- Presented with Manager Certificate for FIU’s “Foodrunners” which fed the homeless in Spring 1998.
- Won 2nd place in FIU’s Business Plan Competition in April 1998
- Presented with an award in October 1995 from the Caribbean Chamber of Commerce.
Elections
2026
See also: Florida's 23rd Congressional District election, 2026
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for U.S. House Florida District 23
The following candidates are running in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 23 on November 3, 2026.
Candidate | ||
![]() | Jared Evan Moskowitz (D) | |
![]() | Oliver Larkin (D) ![]() | |
![]() | Darlene Cerezo Swaffar (R) | |
Jared Gurfein (R) | ||
Raven Harrison (R) | ||
![]() | Joe Kaufman (R) | |
![]() | George Moraitis (R) |
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
Endorsements
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2024
See also: Florida's 23rd Congressional District election, 2024
Florida's 23rd Congressional District election, 2024 (August 20 Republican primary)
Florida's 23rd Congressional District election, 2024 (August 20 Democratic primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Florida District 23
Incumbent Jared Evan Moskowitz defeated Joe Kaufman in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 23 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Jared Evan Moskowitz (D) | 52.4 | 196,311 |
![]() | Joe Kaufman (R) ![]() | 47.6 | 178,006 |
Total votes: 374,317 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Jared Evan Moskowitz advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 23.
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 23
The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 23 on August 20, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Joe Kaufman ![]() | 35.4 | 9,503 |
![]() | Robert Weinroth ![]() | 20.6 | 5,524 | |
![]() | Darlene Cerezo Swaffar ![]() | 19.1 | 5,118 | |
![]() | Carla Spalding | 10.6 | 2,844 | |
![]() | Joe Thelusca ![]() | 7.2 | 1,923 | |
![]() | Gary Barve | 7.2 | 1,923 |
Total votes: 26,835 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Steve Chess (R)
- Rafael Ortiz (R)
Endorsements
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2022
See also: Florida's 23rd Congressional District election, 2022
General election
General election for U.S. House Florida District 23
Jared Evan Moskowitz defeated Joe Budd, Christine Scott, and Mark Napier in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 23 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Jared Evan Moskowitz (D) ![]() | 51.6 | 143,951 |
![]() | Joe Budd (R) ![]() | 46.8 | 130,681 | |
![]() | Christine Scott (No Party Affiliation) ![]() | 1.1 | 3,079 | |
![]() | Mark Napier (No Party Affiliation) ![]() | 0.5 | 1,338 |
Total votes: 279,049 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 23
The following candidates ran in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 23 on August 23, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Jared Evan Moskowitz ![]() | 61.1 | 38,822 |
![]() | Ben Sorensen ![]() | 20.5 | 13,012 | |
Hava Holzhauer ![]() | 8.3 | 5,276 | ||
![]() | Allen Ellison | 6.2 | 3,960 | |
![]() | W. Michael Trout | 2.2 | 1,390 | |
Michaelangelo Hamilton ![]() | 1.7 | 1,064 |
Total votes: 63,524 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 23
The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 23 on August 23, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Joe Budd ![]() | 37.6 | 12,592 |
![]() | James Pruden ![]() | 22.1 | 7,399 | |
![]() | Darlene Cerezo Swaffar ![]() | 11.6 | 3,872 | |
![]() | Christy McLaughlin ![]() | 11.4 | 3,832 | |
![]() | Steve Chess ![]() | 8.5 | 2,840 | |
![]() | Ira Weinstein ![]() | 6.9 | 2,297 | |
![]() | Myles Perrone | 1.9 | 639 |
Total votes: 33,471 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Jeff Olson (R)
- Saad Suleman (R)
Endorsements
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2020
See also: Florida's 22nd Congressional District election, 2020
Florida's 22nd Congressional District election, 2020 (August 18 Republican primary)
Florida's 22nd Congressional District election, 2020 (August 18 Democratic primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Florida District 22
Incumbent Theodore E. Deutch defeated James Pruden in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 22 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Theodore E. Deutch (D) | 58.6 | 235,764 |
![]() | James Pruden (R) ![]() | 41.4 | 166,553 |
Total votes: 402,317 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Lisa Marmorato (Unaffiliated)
- Omar Reyes (Independent)
Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Theodore E. Deutch advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 22.
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Imtiaz Mohammad (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 22
James Pruden defeated Jessi Melton, Fran Flynn, and Darlene Cerezo Swaffar in the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 22 on August 18, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | James Pruden ![]() | 35.6 | 11,840 |
![]() | Jessi Melton ![]() | 30.0 | 9,969 | |
![]() | Fran Flynn | 26.1 | 8,667 | |
![]() | Darlene Cerezo Swaffar ![]() | 8.3 | 2,763 |
Total votes: 33,239 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Kevin Boyle (R)
- Eddison Walters (R)
- Joe Smith (R)
- Christine Scott (R)
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Campaign themes
2026
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2024
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|An expert in Medicare, Health Insurance, Banking, Mortgages, Recruiting, Project Management and Entrepreneurship, Darlene is ready to implement real strategies to improve the lives of Florida District 23 Residents.
As a candidate who believes in Law and Order and Fiscal Responsibility, Swaffar feels that our nation needs to focus on: Border Security, Economic Development, and Job Creation; Controlling Inflation; Ending Drug and Sex Trafficking; Revamping Education for our Children; Providing Solutions to improve Medicare and Social Security to prevent insolvency; and providing more support for our Veterans.
Why Send Darlene to DC? Drug-infested Brooklyn, NY in the early 1980's was a tough place to grow up, but Darlene Swaffar is thankful for the experience. Navigating the mean streets of the notorious ‘hood taught the young woman how to survive and thrive through the use of critical thinking and compassion for others. Today, Swaffar uses those skills like a superpower.
Darlene Swaffar is not a Politician. If fact, she is not an establishment pick. Swaffar has lived and worked in South Florida as an entrepreneur for the past 30 years, and she understands what every day Americans have to go through in their efforts to raise their children in safe communities while trying to earn a living. Now, she’s determined to do whatever she can to help.Border Security
1. Enhance Border Security and Enforcement: Increase funding for border security measures, including the construction of physical barriers, deployment of advanced surveillance technology, and hiring additional Border Patrol agents. 2. Reform Immigration Laws and Policies: Advocate for comprehensive immigration reform that addresses the root causes of illegal immigration while providing a pathway to legal status for documented immigrants already residing in the United States. 3. Combat Human Trafficking and Smuggling:
Increase resources for law enforcement agencies tasked with combating human trafficking and smuggling operations along the border.- Improving Economy while Reducing Inflation
1. Promote Fiscal Responsibility and Limited Government Intervention:
- Implement targeted spending cuts in non-essential areas of government expenditures.
- Roll back unnecessary regulations that stifle innovation and competition.
- Simplify the tax code by lowering tax rates and eliminating loopholes.
2. Strengthen Monetary Policy:
- Advocate for a rules-based approach to monetary policy.
- Encourage the Fed to gradually normalize interest rates to prevent excessive inflationary pressures.
3. Promote Free Market Solutions and Entrepreneurship:
- Support initiatives to remove barriers to entry for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
- Advocate for the negotiation of free trade agreements.
- Protect Medicare and Social Security:
Eliminate Penalties for Late Enrollment (Medicare Part B and Part D): Issue: The current penalty structure disproportionately affects individuals who choose to delay Medicare enrollment, particularly those working with concierge doctors or those not requiring medication.
Revise IRMMA Income Adjustment (Medicare Part B and Part D Premiums): Issue: The Income-Related Monthly Adjustment Amount (IRMMA) creates financial barriers for retirees, discouraging them from transitioning to Medicare and opting to stay on their Group Insurance.
Reducing Retirement Income Taxes and Enhancing Retirement Security
I propose a comprehensive plan to raise the benchmark income to $92,120.
Some key points on our Platform include:
- Securing the Border and tightening Immigration Policy
- Restoring our Energy Independence
- Ending the weaponization of our Government against American Citizens
- Protecting and honoring our Veterans
- Updating the Benchmark Income for Taxing Retirees
- Medicare Reform to improve Solvency
- Ending Trafficking - Sex trafficking and drug trafficking
- Reducing the undue burden of double and triple taxation of American Citizens
- Education Reform for our Children to equip them with a better future
- Strengthening the American Family and providing programs to support parenting.
- Environmental Stewardship and Organic Farming
Books: Consider reading works by authors such as William J. Federer, David Barton, Tim Barton, Michael Solomon, Congressman Bob McEwen, and Kris Anne Hall. These authors offer insights into conservative principles, constitutional history, and the importance of faith in governance.
Publications: Explore materials from institutions like Hillsdale College and The Heritage Foundation, which provide in-depth analyses of conservative values, limited government, and individual liberty. Additionally, resources from Prager University offer concise explanations of conservative perspectives on various political and social issues.
Bible: For a foundational understanding of moral and ethical principles underlying my political philosophy, the Bible serves as a fundamental guide. Its teachings on justice, righteousness, and the dignity of individuals inform my beliefs in governance and society.
Honor is another vital characteristic, encompassing dignity, respect, and a commitment to serving the greater good. Honorable officials prioritize the needs of their constituents over personal gain, maintaining a sense of dignity in their conduct and interactions. They uphold the principles of fairness and justice, treating all individuals with respect regardless of their background or status. Honor inspires confidence in leadership and fosters a sense of unity and cooperation within society.
Statesmanship transcends political boundaries; it involves visionary leadership, diplomacy, and the ability to navigate complex challenges for the betterment of society. A statesman or stateswoman exhibits wisdom, foresight, and a deep understanding of the broader implications of their decisions. They prioritize long-term goals over short-term gains, working towards sustainable solutions that benefit current and future generations. Statesmanship requires the courage to make difficult choices, the humility to admit mistakes, and the resilience to persevere in the face of adversity.
Additionally, my strong work ethic and dedication to hard work have been instrumental in achieving my goals and overcoming challenges. I approach every task with diligence and perseverance, striving for excellence in all endeavors.
Moreover, my passion for public service and making a positive impact drives me to advocate tirelessly on behalf of my constituents. I am deeply invested in addressing the needs of my community and working towards meaningful solutions to improve their lives.
Furthermore, as a descendant of ancestors who fought in the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, I carry with me a sense of duty and honor to uphold the principles of liberty and democracy that they fought to defend. Their legacy inspires me to honor their sacrifices by serving my country and community with dedication and distinction.
Representation: They represent constituents' interests, address concerns, and advocate in Congress.
Legislation: Draft, debate, and pass laws covering various issues, from healthcare to national security.
Oversight: Monitor executive branch actions, hold hearings, and ensure agencies comply with laws.
Constituent Services: Assist constituents with navigating federal agencies and addressing individual issues.
Budget and Appropriations: Play a role in budgeting, allocating federal funds, and setting spending priorities.
Public Outreach: Engage in public communication, hold town hall meetings, and use social media to inform constituents.
Representation: As the lower house of Congress, the House of Representatives represents the interests of the American people at the federal level. Its members are elected to two-year terms and directly reflect the demographic diversity and geographic distribution of the nation.
Proportional Representation: The House is designed to provide proportional representation based on population, with each state allocated a number of seats based on its population size. This ensures that populous states have a greater voice in the legislative process while still providing representation for smaller states.
Origination of Revenue Bills: The House has the exclusive authority to originate revenue bills, including taxation and government spending measures. This power reflects the House's role as the chamber closest to the people and underscores its responsibility for fiscal matters.
Committee System: The House operates through a committee system, where legislation is first considered and debated in specialized committees before being brought to the full chamber for a vote. This allows for in-depth examination of policy issues and expertise-driven decision-making.
Majority Rule: The House operates on the principle of majority rule, where decisions are made based on the preferences of the majority party. This ensures efficiency in legislative proceedings but also requires cooperation and negotiation between parties to pass legislation.
Election Every Two Years: Unlike the Senate, where members serve six-year terms, members of the House are elected every two years. This frequent turnover reflects the Founders' intention for the House to be more responsive to the changing needs and preferences of the electorate.
Economic Recovery and Stability: Post-pandemic economic revival demands attention to job creation, fiscal policies, and income inequality.
Healthcare Access and Public Health Preparedness: Strengthening healthcare systems and ensuring access to affordable healthcare remain paramount amid ongoing health crises.
Technological Advancement and Cybersecurity: Balancing technological innovation with cybersecurity measures is critical to safeguarding national interests.
Global Competitiveness and Geopolitical Shifts: Navigating geopolitical changes while maintaining global competitiveness requires strategic diplomacy and economic resilience.
Democracy and Governance: Upholding democratic values, combatting political polarization, and restoring public trust in governance are pressing concerns.
Infrastructure Modernization and Resilience: Investing in resilient infrastructure and addressing environmental challenges while supporting organic farming and environmental stewardship.
Sustainable Agriculture: Promoting sustainable agricultural practices, including organic farming and environmental stewardship, is crucial for food security and environmental preservation.
Conservation and Preservation: Enhancing conservation efforts, preserving biodiversity, and mitigating environmental degradation are imperative for long-term sustainability.
Innovation and Technology: Driving innovation in clean energy technologies and fostering green initiatives are essential for mitigating climate change and reducing environmental impact.
Support for Term Limits: I believe in the importance of term limits to prevent the entrenchment of career politicians and promote fresh perspectives in government. Term limits help maintain accountability and prevent abuses of power.
Concerns about Loss of Experience and Leadership: However, I acknowledge the concern that term limits could lead to the loss of experienced legislators who provide valuable mentorship and leadership. Senior legislators often possess deep institutional knowledge and expertise that benefit the legislative process.
Balancing Act: Therefore, any implementation of term limits should strike a balance between ensuring turnover and preserving institutional knowledge. This could involve staggered term limits or other mechanisms to allow for the gradual transition of leadership while still maintaining continuity and stability in governance.
Bob McEwen, known for his strong advocacy for limited government and fiscal responsibility, has been a stalwart voice for conservative values throughout his tenure in Congress. Byron Donalds, a rising star in the Republican Party, has championed conservative policies that promote economic growth and individual freedom.
Marsha Blackburn, a steadfast defender of conservative values, has been a leading voice on issues such as pro-life advocacy, border security, and healthcare reform. Additionally, other Conservative women in Congress, including Elise Stefanik, Nancy Mace, and others, have made significant contributions to advancing conservative ideals and principles.
As a successful business owner and Medicare expert, I've had the privilege of working closely with seniors for over 13 years. Their stories and concerns have deeply influenced my approach to policymaking. Hearing firsthand about their worries regarding Medicare choices and the implications of income tax benchmarks has motivated me to develop tailored solutions as part of my platform.
Congress's history of lacking checks and balances regarding spending is deeply concerning. Taxpayer dollars have been misappropriated, funding endless conflicts and wars that do not benefit Americans. This irresponsible behavior highlights the urgent need for reform and oversight.
If elected, I would prioritize restoring accountability and responsibility in fiscal policy. I would advocate for prudent spending measures, transparency in budget allocation, and rigorous oversight to ensure taxpayer funds are used effectively and responsibly. Additionally, I would work to implement safeguards to prevent wasteful spending and prioritize investments that directly benefit American citizens and communities.
Congress must prioritize investigations into allegations of corruption and collusion with foreign governments. This includes scrutinizing money funneling operations and holding accountable any individuals involved in illicit activities that compromise the integrity of our government.
Additionally, Congress has a duty to address insider trading among its members and take decisive action to remove those implicated in unethical behavior. Transparency and accountability are paramount to maintaining public trust and ensuring the integrity of our democratic institutions.
Healthcare and Medicare Oversight: Given my interest in healthcare policy and ensuring access to quality care for all Americans, I am particularly drawn to Committees that oversee healthcare and Medicare. This includes the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and its Subcommittee on Health, as well as the House Committee on Ways and Means, which handles Medicare policy.
Budgeting and Fiscal Responsibility: With a commitment to fiscal responsibility and sound budgeting practices, I am interested in serving on the House Committee on the Budget. This Committee plays a crucial role in setting spending priorities and shaping fiscal policy for the nation.
Family and Child Welfare: Recognizing the importance of supporting families and children, I am interested in Committees focused on family and child welfare issues. This includes the House Committee on Ways and Means and its Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support, which addresses childcare, welfare, and family assistance programs.
Promoting Fiscal Responsibility and Limited Government Intervention: Transparency in government spending is essential. Implementing targeted spending cuts in non-essential areas and reducing subsidies for industries that can thrive without government support fosters accountability. Simplifying the tax code ensures transparency and allows individuals and businesses to better understand their financial obligations.
Strengthening Monetary Policy: Advocating for a rules-based approach to monetary policy ensures transparency in decision-making. Regular audits of the Federal Reserve and greater oversight contribute to accountability. Gradually normalizing interest rates and adopting transparent inflation-targeting frameworks help maintain stability while preventing excessive inflation.
Promoting Free Market Solutions and Entrepreneurship: Removing barriers to entry for entrepreneurs and small businesses enhances transparency and fosters competition. Negotiating free trade agreements with provisions to protect American workers ensures fairness and transparency in international trade. Supporting policies that encourage investment in innovation and research promotes economic growth and job creation while ensuring transparency in government initiatives.
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2022
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Darlene Cerezo Swaffar completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Cerezo Swaffar's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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|Her Ancestors fought in the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812. Swaffar is the 9th Great Niece to one of our greatest Founding Father's Benjamin Franklin who is the only founding father to have signed all four of the key documents establishing the U.S. Our founding fathers pledged their life, their fortune and their sacred honor, and she intends to do the same. Continuing the Legacy of her family is what this journey means to her.
Darlene Swaffar is NOT a Politician. She is an American Patriot just like you. She is a business owner, a daughter and a mother to a 11 year old son. Swaffar is thinking about the future of her son, your children and our Country. This is the primary driver of my motivation to Serve.
America First Candidate. Constitutionalist. Pro 1A & 2A. Pro Veterans. Accomplished Speaker, Business Owner, Mom, & Chairwoman, Broward Chapter of the RNHA
Expertise includes: Health Insurance, Medicare, Economic Development, Accounting and Finance, Project Management, Human Resource Recruiting, Social Media Marketing.- Pro Constitution and defender of our 1st and 2nd Amendment Rights
- Securing our Borders and tightening our immigration policies
- Pro School Choice and 1776 Commission
• Promote economic development and create diverse job opportunities so we are less dependent on tourism or cyclical business cycles in South FL.
• Protect our Constitution specifically our 1st and 2nd Amendment Rights.
• Securing our Borders and tightening our immigration policies
• Fight for Medicare Benefits including Respite Care for our Seniors. Our Seniors deserve more. As the Medicare Lady TM, I am an expert on Medicare Health Insurance and can advance and negotiate on behalf of our Seniors. There is no one in Congress right now with my level of expertise from an insurance perspective.
• Help Our Veterans with Housing and Mental Help Support. On average, 22 Veterans commit suicide every day. We need to do better America! We need to change this statistic and honor and support our Veterans.
• School Choice for all children.
• Support our President’s initiative on the 1776 Commission. We need to re-educate our Children that they inherited an amazing country with a rich history focusing on Liberty and Prosperity for all.
We need to start working as one nation as E Pluribus Unum.
According the original purpose of the Constitution, the Compact agreed upon gave the Government the "Lower" Power, reserving the "Higher" Power to the States.
We need 400+ Business Owners to go in and question everything from budgets, to processes, to legislation and focus on efficiency.
We need to focus on unity instead of division tactics being promoted continuously. Americans are tired of this.
We need to focus on our Veterans and taking care of our Seniors, instead of Illegals.
We need to revamp our education system and focus on civic courses that teach the history of our nation.
We need to focus on infrastructure and reinforcing our highways and bridges.
We need to protect our environment and waterways, as well as, our ecosystems.
Ways and Means
Education and Labor
Small Business
Veterans Affairs
Jim Jordan
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Campaign website
Swaffar's campaign website stated the following:
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Platform As a Conservative my focus is on less Government and less Taxes. Some key points on our Platform include:
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—Darlene Cerezo Swaffar's campaign website (2022)[5] |
2020
Darlene Cerezo Swaffar completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Cerezo Swaffar's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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|My Strengths include expertise in Health Insurance, Economic Development and running a successful Insurance business.
I am an ascendant from our Forefathers that fought in the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Civil War. My 9th Great Uncle Benjamin Franklin is the only founding father to have signed all four of the key documents establishing the U.S.: the Declaration of Independence (1776), the Treaty of Alliance with France (1778), the Treaty of Paris establishing peace with Great Britain (1783) and the U.S. Constitution (1787). Our founding fathers pledged their life, their fortune and their sacred honor, and I intend to do the same. Continuing the Legacy of my family is what this journey means to me.
I am NOT a Politician. I'm an American just like you. I'm a mother to a 10 year old son. I'm thinking about the future of my son, your children and our Country. This is the primary driver of my motivation to Serve. Sending me to Congress will be like sending one of your own.
- Promote Economic Development and attract companies to headquarter or satellite an office here in Broward and Palm Beach County
- Protect Medicare for our Seniors, as well as, your right to choose the health insurance plan for you.
- Focus on our infrastructure which include old sewer systems, and decaying bridges.
I also want to focus on protecting our waterways and beaches by holding companies accountable that contribute to chemical runoffs which create algae blooms and contaminate Lake Okeechobee.
Eliminate payroll taxes on overtime pay, and reduce the tax rate for income under $200,000.
Eliminate Social Security taxes.
80% of my family are Registered Democrat and although I am a Registered Republican, I feel that I can work across the aisle.
I lived through 9/11 and walked over the 59th Street bridge over to Astoria Queens. My cousin Santos Valentin, Jr, a Police Officer died in the Tower. He save alot of lives that day.
Even attending college was difficult as I worked a full time job, and put myself through college nights and weekends for years.
Who ever controls the media, controls the masses.
Budget Committee
Ways and Means
Jim Jordan
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on March 29, 2021
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on June 3, 2020.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on March 3, 2024
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Swaffar for Congress, “Platform,” accessed August 19, 2022