Elizabeth Felton

Elizabeth Felton (No Party Affiliation) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Florida's 21st Congressional District. She lost as a write-in in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Felton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Liz Felton was born in Hempstead, New York.^[1] Her career experience includes working as a business owner.^[2]

Elections

2024

Florida's 21st Congressional District election, 2024 (August 20 Republican primary)

Florida's 21st Congressional District election, 2024 (August 20 Democratic primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Florida District 21

Incumbent Brian Mast defeated Thomas Witkop and Elizabeth Felton in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 21 on November 5, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Brian Mast (R)	61.8	277,435
	Thomas Witkop (D)	38.2	171,312
	Elizabeth Felton (No Party Affiliation) (Write-in)	0.0	19

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 448,766
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Thomas Witkop advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 21.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 21

Incumbent Brian Mast defeated Rick Wiles in the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 21 on August 20, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Brian Mast	85.8	60,395
	Rick Wiles	14.2	9,957

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 70,352
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Ljubo Skrbic (R)

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Felton in this election.

Pledges

Felton signed the following pledges.

U.S. Term Limits

2020

Florida's 21st Congressional District election, 2020 (August 18 Republican primary)

Florida's 21st Congressional District election, 2020 (August 18 Democratic primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Florida District 21

Incumbent Lois Frankel defeated Laura Loomer, Charleston Malkemus, Sylvia Caravetta, and Piotr Blass in the general election for U.S. House Florida District 21 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Lois Frankel (D)	59.0	237,925
		Laura Loomer (R)	39.1	157,612
		Charleston Malkemus (No Party Affiliation)	1.9	7,544
	Submit photo	Sylvia Caravetta (No Party Affiliation) (Write-in)	0.0	8
		Piotr Blass (R) (Write-in)	0.0	4

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 403,093
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Stephen Canton (Independent)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 21

Incumbent Lois Frankel defeated Guido Weiss in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 21 on August 18, 2020.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Lois Frankel	86.0	75,504
	Guido Weiss	14.0	12,308

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source 1 Source 2	Total votes: 87,812
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Adam Aarons (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 21

The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 21 on August 18, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Laura Loomer	42.5	14,526
		Christian Acosta	25.5	8,724
		Michael Vilardi	12.3	4,194
	Submit photo	Aaron Scanlan	9.4	3,221
		Elizabeth Felton	7.1	2,421
		Reba Sherrill	3.1	1,070

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source 1 Source 2	Total votes: 34,156
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Michael Bluemling Jr. (R)
Victor Garcia da Rosa (R)

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

Elizabeth Felton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Felton's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Elizabeth Felton

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

The United States Constitution is Supreme Law of the Land
Return of power to the people and State's Rights
Break the duopoly and defund the oligarchy.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Protection of children, personal freedoms, property rights.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Jesus. I do not require anyone else to hold my personal beliefs and believe all religions are but spokes to a wheel, with God (Good vibes) a the center, everything else around the rim and spokes as multiple paths between the two. I strive to lean more into turning the other cheek but acknowledge sometimes you've break out the whip and flip tables.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

"Wag the dog" and "The Distinguished Gentleman" Encompass my understanding of the State of politics in America.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity, honesty and a strong sense of moral justice.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Strong sense of justice, compassion for others and I don't take myself too seriously. I believe the US Constitution is supreme law of the land and will not give a yes vote to anything that violates it.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Primary responsibility is to hear constitute concerns in order to represent, not lead. The interstate commerce clause is the most abused piece of Federal legislation causing corruption in business, property rights and personal freedoms. My goal is to redact far more laws than I vote to pass.

What legacy would you like to leave?

A path for everyday citizens, without excessive funds or fame, to become representaives.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Baby sitting in my teens until I was 17.

What is your favorite book? Why?

"Much Ado About Nothing." It made me laugh.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

At 53, I'm, still working on myself, I have no aspirations to be anyone but me.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Sound Of Silence

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

LOL...how long do you have?

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

The ability to hear the will of the people, unfortunately we seem to be led by the will of corperations.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Bars often hire people with no experience because they do not yet know how to steal. The same can be said for politicians.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Greedy politicians who are lead by "party over people."

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Yes.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I signed the term limits pledge in 2020 and promise to self limit after 2 terms.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

I've often said Ron Paul was the greatest president that never was.

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

The stories of Epstiens victims are gut wrenching. We have been told it was the Federal Government who pushed to allow him out during the day, where he allegedly reoffened while serving time. According to PBSO's Candidate Gauger during a candidate forum, they (PBSO) were too intimidated to push back.

Tell us your favorite joke.

So, John wanted to be a lion tamer -- he admired the nerve, courage, feats of the lion tamers he saw at the circus when he was a little boy, and he didn't miss any opportunity to see them in action. Then he got the nerve himself, to go up to the greatest lion tamer of all, Mario the Magnificent, and say to him, "Tell me the secrets, of how to go into the cage full of lions, who are pacing up and down, who are snarling and baring their fangs, who are swinging their dangerous paws at you. Please tell me, so that I can go into that cage and not be clawed at, torn apart, and eaten alive."

"Well," Mario said, "are you sure that you want to do this? It is SO dangerous, and one mistake, only one, and you will be destroyed in a matter of minutes."

"Yes, I'm sure. Please, tell me your secrets -- I want to do this."

"Okay," Mario replied. 'First, I go into the cage, and I crack my whip, loudly and strongly, to let them know that I am here, and I am in charge. The lions will snarl, and bare their fangs, but that whip keeps them away."

John is impressed, but then he hesitates, and then says, "What if they swing their paws and knock the whip out of your hand -- what do you do then?"

Mario the Magnificent answers, "I have to very quickly pick up the chair that is in the cage, and lift it and point it at them. They don't like that chair, and will back away for a while... but then will start becoming angry again, and start their growling and pacing again."

"What if they knock the chair away?", John asks.

"Then, then, I pull my pistol out of my holster, and fire it into the air. The lions don't like that loud noise, and will back away."

"But, but what if the pistol jams, and no shot is fired?", John nervously asks.

Mario answers, "Then, as they are coming at you, you must reach back and throw some shit in their faces".

"But, but, how can you be sure -- what if there is no shit there?"

"Reach back. I promise, it will be there!"

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

I believe there are some subjects that are negotiable and other that are not.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

I'd love to let the people know what kind of silly things they are paying for with their taxes.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

The alphabet agencies need a complete investigation by an impartial OIG to restore the Constitution and the Republic to its proper balance.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

The only endorsement I need is your vote.

What committees interest you?

None, the Federal Government needs to allow States to address their own issues.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

All money in and out should be trackable by every person paying taxers via an internet search.

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2020

Elizabeth Felton completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Felton's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I have lived through a variety of economic circumstances including abundance and resorting to looking under the couch cushions for lost change. I have been without a home although I am grateful to have never slept without a roof over my head. I am able to empathize with someone who has little to nothing as well as someone who has worked very hard, succeeded, and feels they are having what they've earned picked apart for politicians to spend on things that don't agree with. I don't want to spend my life in politics. I would however like to get in, effect some change and "vote myself out" with term limits. I don't know everything but I can learn anything. I'm a critical thinker who does not believe that a strong stance on one position solidifies a stance on all others. I have a great deal of respect for personal freedoms and personal belief systems and support people to express both so long as that expression does not squash the rights of others. I am happy to engage in an exchange of ideas with people who hold different views than I and have on occasion changed my own views because I openly listened and saw something from a different perspective. I am not a polished politician.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Protecting your property rights and personal freedom.
Advocate for smaller government.
Advocate for" animal welfare, not animal rights."

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I'm interested in helping achieve less government interference, protection of property rights and personal freedom.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am running to serve as a public servant. I am not looking for a long term political career.

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Elizabeth Felton campaign contribution history
Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024*	U.S. House Florida District 21	Lost general	$0	N/A**
2020	U.S. House Florida District 21	Lost primary	$42,380	$42,380
Grand total			$42,380	$42,380
Sources: OpenSecrets, Federal 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
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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Footnotes

↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on February 9, 2020
↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on May 6, 2024

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Florida's current delegation to the United States Congress

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Jimmy Patronis (R)

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Neal Dunn (R)

District 3

Kat Cammack (R)

District 4

Aaron Bean (R)

District 5

John Rutherford (R)

District 6

Randy Fine (R)

District 7

Cory Mills (R)

District 8

Mike Haridopolos (R)

District 9

Darren Soto (D)

District 10

Maxwell Frost (D)

District 11

Daniel Webster (R)

District 12

Gus Bilirakis (R)

District 13

Anna Luna (R)

District 14

Kathy Castor (D)

District 15

Laurel Lee (R)

District 16

Vern Buchanan (R)

District 17

Greg Steube (R)

District 18

Scott Franklin (R)

District 19

Byron Donalds (R)

District 20

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D)

District 21

Brian Mast (R)

District 22

Lois Frankel (D)

District 23

Jared Moskowitz (D)

District 24

Frederica Wilson (D)

District 25

Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D)

District 26

Mario Diaz-Balart (R)

District 27

Maria Elvira Salazar (R)

District 28

Carlos Gimenez (R)

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[bio-1] Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on February 9, 2020

[2] Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on May 6, 2024

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Elizabeth Felton

Biography

Elections

2024

General election

General election for U.S. House Florida District 21

Democratic primary election

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 21

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Endorsements

Pledges

2020

General election

General election for U.S. House Florida District 21

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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Florida District 21

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Florida District 21

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

2020

Campaign finance summary

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