Former President Barack Obama announced his endorsement of Rep. Angie Nixon (D-Jacksonville) for U.S. Senate by comparing her rise to that of his political assurgency in a video statement over the weekend.
"Angie Nixon and I both got our start as organizers. It taught us something important: real change starts when regular folks stand up for what's right," Obama said.Â
Obama was largely an unknown state senator from Illinois and Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate before delivering the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in 2004. The speech is credited with helping Obama launch himself onto the national stage and into his future presidential run, which he won in 2008.
Rep. Nixon secured an upset victory in the Democratic U.S Senate primary over Alexander Vindman in August. The win was also impressive given that she was reportedly outspent 16/1 in the race.
"Angie has spent her career standing up for you," Obama said. "When working families were struggling to get by, Angie fought for a $15 minimum wage. When politicians in the state capitol tried to tell people what they could and couldn't read, she opened a bookstore to let you decide. When Republicans tried to redraw congressional maps to deny voters a voice, she was on the front lines trying to stop it."
Rep. Nixon used a bullhorn on the House floor to protest a Republican-backed bill on congressional redistricting in April. She was also arrested after it was approved outside Gov. Ron DeSantis's office in May.
Nixon is facing off against Sen. Ashley Moody (R-FL) in the Senate special election. Florida hasn't elected a Democratic U.S. senator since Bill Nelson in 2012.
"Different issues, different moments. One leader willing to stand up again and again for what's right," Obama said. "That's why I believe Angie will be an outstanding U.S. Senator, so cast your vote for Angie Nixon on or before November 3."
Obama and Nixon….an example of people that hate America and yet are sneaking into our government! Let’s get rid of them ASAP. Vote them out of office any chance you get.