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Ammo.com Breaks Down Florida Second Amendment Grades For 2024 Election Candidates

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Grading Methodologyfor a Candidate’s Second Amendment Stance

Florida’s candidates are graded based on their previous 2A voting records, public statements on their constituents owning firearms, and their willingness to focus on 2A issues. Given our research on this criteria, we’ve assigned the following grades to those running for office:

Pro-2A Voting History, Outspoken Advocate for Second Amendment Rights, Displays a Strong and Consistent Stand Against 2A Infringements, Makes 2A Rights a Priority.
Claims to Support 2A Rights, Votes No to 2A Infringements, Makes Second Amendment Rights a Priority.
Does Not Support Gun Control Measures, is Not An Active Advocate Support for the Second Amendment.
Does Not Support All Gun Control Measures, Does Not Actively Introduce Anti-2A Legislation.
Actively Campaigns for Gun Control, Proposes New Gun Control Legislation.
Voting History Key: We use these symbols throughout the article to show you how politicians voted on legislation that impacts your 2A rights.

  • anti2A
    An Act Against the 2nd Amendment
  • pro2A
    An Act in Support of the 2nd Amendment

  • voted YES

  • voted NO

  • voted YES (sponsor or co‑sponsor)

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Politicians Running for Federal Office in 2024

Florida is a key battleground state in the 2024 elections with one Senate seat up for grabs at the federal level and 28 Congressional districts. The following candidates have been graded based on their ability to protect and secure Americans’ Second Amendment rights:

Rick Scott REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT

Running for U.S. Senate

Voting History

  • anti2A
    Bipartisan Safer Communities Act

Rick Scott’s Second Amendment Stance

Most Important Issues

  • Foreign Policy
  • Economy
  • National Security

Summary

Rick Scott claims to support Second Amendment rights and votes against legislation; however, he isn’t an outspoken advocate and does support some restrictions.

Debbie Mucarsel-Powell DEMOCRAT CANDIDATE

Running for U.S. Senate

Voting History

  • anti2A
    Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2019
  • anti2A
    Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019

Debbie Mucarsel-Powell’s Second Amendment Stance

Most Important Issues

Summary

Debbie Mucarsel-Powell is an opponent of Second Amendment rights in both voting history and statements made to the public.

Kat Cammack REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT

Running for U.S. House District 3

Voting History

  • anti2A
    Assault Weapons Ban of 2022
  • pro2A
    Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapons Purchase Act
  • anti2A
    Bipartisan Safer Communities Act

Kat Cammack’s Second Amendment Stance

  • An outspoken proponent for Second Amendment rights.
  • Co-sponsors new pro-2A legislation.
  • Consistently votes no to anti-2A laws.

Most Important Issues

  • National Security
  • Second Amendment
  • Corruption in the U.S. Government

Summary

Kat Cammack is a staunch supporter of Americans’ Second Amendment rights with a track record to prove it.

Tom Wells DEMOCRAT CANDIDATE

Running for U.S. House District 3

Tom Wells’ Second Amendment Stance

  • Strong opponent of Second Amendment rights.
  • Supports background checks, mandatory training, testing, licensing, and insurance requirements.

Most Important Issues

  • Capitalism
  • COVID-19
  • Climate Change

Summary

Tom Wells is a long-time, outspoken adversary of Second Amendment rights and focuses on gun control as a key issue.

Cory Mills REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT

Running for U.S. House District 7

Voting History

  • pro2A
    Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapons Purchase Act

Cory Mills’ Second Amendment Stance

Most Important Issues

  • Constitutionalism
  • Second Amendment Rights
  • Border Security

Summary

Cory Mills strongly supports the Second Amendment rights of Americans and has a proven pro-2A track record.

Tatiana Fernandez DEMOCRAT CANDIDATE

Running for U.S. House District 7

Tatiana Fernandez’s Second Amendment Stance

Most Important Issues

  • Education
  • Small Business Development
  • Housing

Summary

Tatiana Fernandez focuses on key issues such as local businesses, veterans, and education rather than gun control or Second Amendment rights.

Darren Soto DEMOCRAT INCUMBENT

Running for U.S. House District 9

Voting History

  • anti2A
    Assault Weapons Ban of 2022
  • anti2A
    Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
  • anti2A
    Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2021

Darren Soto’s Second Amendment Stance

Most Important Issues

  • Gun control
  • Puerto Rico
  • Social Security

Summary

Darren Soto takes a strong stance against Americans’ Second Amendment rights in public and on Capitol Hill.

Jose Castillo REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE

Running for U.S. House District 9

Jose Castillo’s Second Amendment Stance

  • Outspoken supporter of Second Amendment rights.
  • Will focus on Second Amendment rights as a key issue.

Most Important Issues

Summary

Jose Castillo understands and supports the spirit of the Second Amendment, and he’s willing to take a stand against 2A infringements.

Adianis Morales REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE

Running for U.S. House District 9

Adianis Morales’ Second Amendment Stance

  • She is not as outspoken as other candidates but does support the Second Amendment.

Most Important Issues

Summary

Adianis Morales is not as outspoken as other Republican candidates but she does support the spirit of the Second Amendment, and is willing to take a stand against 2A infringements.

Daniel Webster REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT

Running for U.S. House District 11

Voting History

  • anti2A
    Assault Weapons Ban of 2022
  • anti2A
    Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
  • pro2A
    Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act

Daniel Webster’s Second Amendment Stance

Most Important Issues

  • America First
  • Border Security
  • Second Amendment Rights

Summary

Daniel Webster is a pro-2A representative with a proven track record of supporting America’s Second Amendment rights.

Anthony Sabatini REPUBLICAN CANDIDATE

Running for U.S. House District 11

Voting History

  • pro2A
    Authorizes Individuals to Carry Concealed Weapons on Church Property
  • pro2A
    Authorizes Firearms on School Campuses

Anthony Sabatini’s Second Amendment Stance

Most Important Issues

  • Border Security
  • Second Amendment Rights
  • Anti-Woke Agenda

Summary

Anthony Sabatini is a pro-2A candidate who’s an outspoken opponent of Second Amendment restrictions.

Anna Paulina Luna REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT

Running for U.S. House District 13

Voting History

  • pro2A
    Federal Law Enforcement Officer Service Weapon Purchase Act

Anna Paulina Luna’s Second Amendment Stance

Most Important Issues

Summary

Anna Paulina Luna advocates for Americans’ Second Amendment rights, but it is not a key issue for this 2024 candidate.

Tony D’Arrigo DEMOCRAT CANDIDATE

Running for U.S. House District 13

Tony D’Arrigo’s Second Amendment Stance

  • Supports gun control as a key issue.
  • Is not an outspoken adversary of Second Amendment rights.

Most Important Issues

  • Economy
  • Medical Care
  • Gun Control

Summary

Tony D’Arrigo is an outspoken opponent of American’s Second Amendment rights who campaigns for more gun control and supports legislative action.

Mario Diaz Balart REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT

Running for U.S. House District 26

Voting History

  • anti2A
    Assault Weapons Ban of 2022
  • anti2A
    Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act
  • anti2A
    Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019

Mario Diaz Balart’s Second Amendment Stance

  • Is not an outspoken supporter of Second Amendment rights.
  • Does vote for some 2A restrictions.

Most Important Issues

  • Immigration
  • Education
  • Economy

Summary

Mario Diaz Balart does support Second Amendment rights, but he also votes yes to some restrictions and doesn’t publicly support the 2A.

Maria Elvira Salazar REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT

Running for U.S. House District 27

Voting History

  • anti2A
    Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
  • anti2A
    Assault Weapons Ban of 2022
  • anti2A
    Federal Extreme Risk Protection Order Act of 2021

Maria Elvira Salazar’s Second Amendment Stance

  • Is not an outspoken advocate for Second Amendment rights.
  • Does not consistently vote against 2A restrictions.
  • The 2nd Amendment is not a key issue.

Most Important Issues

  • Economy
  • Healthcare
  • Environment

Summary

Maria Salazar is not a strong adversary for gun control legislation and does not make Second Amendment rights a priority.

Politicians Running for State Office in 2024: Florida

Florida has 120 House Districts and 40 State Senate Districts. The following districts are key battleground areas with less than a 10% margin of victory in prior elections.

Running for State Senate in District 3

Corey Simon

REPUBLICAN

Sheria Griffin

DEMOCRAT

Endorsement

Corey Simon for prioritizing pro-2A legislative action and his outspoken advocacy supporting Second Amendment rights.

Running for State House in District 22

Amy Trask

DEMOCRAT

Chad Johnson

REPUBLICAN

Endorsement

Ammo.com endorses Chad Johnson for his pro-2A and pro-Constitution stance.

Running for State House in District 37

Susan Plasencia

REPUBLICAN

Nate Douglas

DEMOCRAT

Endorsement

Ammo.com endorses Susan Plasencia for her consistent pro-2A voting record.

Running for State House in District 38

David Smith

REPUBLICAN

Sarah Henry

DEMOCRAT

Endorsement

Ammo.com endorses David Smith for his pro-2A voting history and prioritization of Floridians’ rights to keep and bear arms.

Running for State House in District 47

Paula Stark

REPUBLICAN

Anthony Nieves

DEMOCRAT

Endorsement

Ammo.com endorses Paula Stark for her consistent pro-2A voting record.

Running for State House in District 50

Jennifer Canady

REPUBLICAN

Bonnie Patterson-James

DEMOCRAT

Endorsement

Ammo.com endorses Jennifer Canady for her strong support of Floridians’ rights to keep and bear arms.

Running for State House in District 51

Josie Tomkow

REPUBLICAN

Octavio Hernandez

DEMOCRAT

Endorsement

Ammo.com endorses Josie Tomkow for her consistent pro-2A voting record.

Running for State House in District 60

Lindsay Cross

DEMOCRAT

John “Ed” Montanari

REPUBLICAN

Endorsement

Ammo.com endorses Ed Montanari for his commitment to the Constitutional rights of Floridians.

Running for State House in District 63

Dianne Hart

DEMOCRAT

Tim Driver

REPUBLICAN

Endorsement

Ammo.com can’t, in good faith, endorse either of these candidates because neither meets our standards for pro-2A candidates due to a lack of prioritizing pro-2A issues.

Running for State House in District 64

Susan Valdes

DEMOCRAT

Maura Cruz Lanz

REPUBLICAN

Endorsement

Ammo.com endorses Maura Cruz Lanz for her strong support of the Second Amendment rights of Floridians.

Running for State House in District 67

Fentrice Driskell

DEMOCRAT

Lisette Bonano

REPUBLICAN

Endorsement

Ammo.com endorses Lt. Col. Lisette Bonano for prioritizing the Second Amendment rights of Floridians.

Running for State House in District 73

Fiona McFarland

REPUBLICAN

Derek Reich

DEMOCRAT

Endorsement

Ammo.com can’t, in good faith, endorse either of these candidates because neither meets our standards for pro-2A candidates due to a lack of prioritizing pro-2A issues.

Running for State House in District 91

Peggy Gossett-Seidman

REPUBLICAN

Michealangelo Hamilton

DEMOCRAT

Endorsement

Ammo.com endorses Peggy Gossett-Seidman for her consistent pro-2A voting record.

More information on Florida can be found here: “Most Gun-Friendly States: Florida” and “Florida Gun & Ammo Laws: A 2nd Amendment Overview for Florida Gun Owners.” Article posted with permission from Ammo.com

Cassandra McBride

Cassandra McBride is the youngest of four girls, her father’s last hope for a boy; she became her father’s shadow, his hunting buddy, and his fishing friend. With both parents enlisted in the U.S. Navy, she was fortunate enough to spend her youth camping in the Appalachians, hiking the Olympics, and exploring beaches on the East and West coasts. At the age of ten, she took up archery but never once recovered an arrow released from her bow. Her father, in an attempt to keep the family from going poor replacing poorly-shot arrows, took her to the gun range for the first time. His .410 in hand, she began hitting target after target. She excelled with the small shotgun, and it grew into a passion. After passing her hunting certifications at 13, she was gifted her first firearm, an antiquated 16 gauge shotgun. It was weathered, held together only by aging electrical tape, but with it, she began shooting competitively. Over the years, she has enjoyed growing as a marksman and expanding her knowledge of firearms and ammunition. She developed a new passion for writing as a Criminology major in college. She enjoyed researching and analyzing complex data sets and implementing them in real-world applications. After getting married and having children, she fell into published writing as a hobby and has since made it a career. She spends her free time reading classic literature, kayaking, fishing, and spending time on the range with her husband and four children. She continues to grow her knowledge of firearms and ammunition while taking immense pride in educating others on a passion sparked in childhood and maintained in adulthood.
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