James Stockton
James Stockton (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Florida's 6th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Biography
James Stockton is a native of Columbus, Ohio. His career experience includes serving as the senior pastor of Greater New Hope Church in Ocala, Florida, and the presiding bishop of the Tabernacle of Praise International Church (TOPIC). He also served as the director of student and special programs at West Virginia State University.[1]
Stockton has been affiliated with the following organizations:[1]
- Marion County Florida Continuum of Care on Homelessness, chair of the board
- Marion County brand of the NAACP, former president
Elections
2026
See also: Florida's 6th Congressional District election, 2026
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for U.S. House Florida District 6
The following candidates are running in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 6 on November 3, 2026.
Candidate | ||
| Mark Davis (D) | ||
 | Ronnie Murchinson-Rivera (D)  | |
 | James Stockton (D) | |
 | Eric Yonce (D) | |
| Ernest Audino (R) | ||
 | Will Furry (R) | |
| Charles Gambaro (R) | ||
| Alexandra van Cleef (R) | ||
| Christopher Manuel Alcantara (No Party Affiliation) | ||
 | Purvi Bangdiwala (No Party Affiliation) | |
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2024
See also: Florida's 6th Congressional District election, 2024
Florida's 6th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 20 Democratic primary)
Florida's 6th Congressional District election, 2024 (August 20 Republican primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Florida District 6
Incumbent Michael Waltz defeated James Stockton and Richard Dembinsky in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 6 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Michael Waltz (R) | 66.5 | 284,414 |
| James Stockton (D) | 33.5 | 143,050 | |
 | Richard Dembinsky (No Party Affiliation) (Write-in) | 0.0 | 10 | |
| Total votes: 427,474 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. James Stockton advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 6.
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 6
Incumbent Michael Waltz defeated John Grow in the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 6 on August 20, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Michael Waltz | 82.0 | 65,234 |
 | John Grow | 18.0 | 14,280 | |
| Total votes: 79,514 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Stephanie Gaddis (R)
- Mathias Lenssen (R)
Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
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2024
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Campaign website
Stockton's campaign website stated the following:
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Healthcare: Preserving Social Security, increasing funding for mental health and substance abuse initiatives, lowering prescription drug costs, and enhancing the Affordable Health Care initiative. Education: Involving educators in developing best practices, enhancing early childhood education, providing affordable childcare, and supporting high-performing public charter and vocational institutions. Rights of Women: Advocating for women’s reproductive rights, equal pay, and ending human trafficking. Environmental Energy: Supporting green and renewable energy legislation, making green energy affordable, and securing funding for jobs and educational fields focused on renewable energy. When elected, Bishop Stockton will endeavor to protect Social Security and Medicare, ensuring these programs remain secure for all Americans. His campaign is a natural extension of his lifelong mission to serve others, and he is ready to bring his vision, experience, and unwavering dedication to Washington. "It's not about me, but about you and the community," he says, embodying the spirit of service that has defined his life and career.[2] |
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| —James Stockton's campaign website (2024)[1] | ||
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 James Stockton's campaign website, "About," accessed September 24, 2024
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
