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DK: Final Days in Florida’s 1st District: Why It’s Urgent to Get Out the Vote by April 1 [1]
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Date: 2025-03-28
Florida’s First Congressional District is in the midst of a special election, and the finish line is in sight. With April 1 as the final day to vote, this moment is critical—not just for the Panhandle, but for what it says about civic engagement in a deeply conservative stronghold.
At the heart of this election is Gay Valimont, a local leader stepping forward to represent the people of Escambia, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Walton counties. This is a rare opportunity in a district that’s long been written off by national pundits. But on the ground, the energy is building—and the message is clear: people want to be heard.
“Hi everyone, this is Gay Valimont, and I’m running for the open congressional seat in Florida’s First District,” she shared in a recent message to voters. “First, thank you all for your time and attention. I know my ads have been everywhere, and many of you are tired of the constant back-and-forth that elections bring. But I don’t believe we’re as divided as we’re often told.”
Her campaign isn’t about party lines. It’s about community. About service. About listening to people who’ve been ignored by establishment politics for far too long.
“People feel like they have been lied to and I get that,” Valimont said. “I want people to know I see that.”
What sets this race apart is the contrast between the candidates. Gay Valimont is a longtime local, deeply rooted in the district she hopes to serve. Her opponent, in contrast, does not reside in the district—a fact that has raised concerns about representation and accountability.
“I don’t say that to be divisive,” Valimont noted. “I say it because I believe it’s unfair to represent a community you don’t live in or understand.”
The stakes in this election are high, and voter turnout will make all the difference. In special elections—especially those with limited publicity—every vote counts more than ever.
Even if you’ve already cast your ballot, you can still make an impact. Reach out to every friend, neighbor, coworker, and family member in the district. Ask if they’ve voted. Remind them that April 1 is the final day. Offer a ride. Share the link to the Supervisor of Elections website. Be that reason someone shows up at the polls.
Valimont’s message is rooted in unity—even acknowledging political differences with respect and realism. “I know our President is Donald Trump,” she said. “I am ready to work with him because we have to work together where we can.”
That kind of approach—focused on collaboration instead of conflict—is rare in today’s political climate.
This is about sending someone to Congress who understands the unique needs of this district and is ready to fight for them. It’s about flipping the script in a place where voters are too often taken for granted.
Let’s not miss this moment. The people of FL-01 deserve a representative who listens, lives here, and leads with integrity. That person is Gay Valimont.
Vote by April 1. The future of Florida’s First is in your hands.
Support Gay Valimont here.
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