The Anna for Florida Blog

Friend-- On Tuesday morning, many of you texted me about new yard signs popping up in a few places around our district. The signs claim that “Anna’s Gotta Go” and promote a website filled with disgusting transphobic slurs, racist dog whistles and ugly personal attacks...

Dear Friend, As someone who was born and raised right here in Orlando, I have lots of memories of the local newspaper. My parents couldn’t afford a subscription to the Orlando Sentinel, but I still remember reading the comic pages while waiting at the mechanic with my...

Team Anna Welcomes a Cohort of Young Leaders to Serve On Her 2020 Re-Election Campaign Orlando, FL — Today Representative Anna V. Eskamani is excited to announce her team’s slate of Fall 2020 Campaign Interns! Team Anna also brought back former intern Shalla...

"We’re Ready” Highlights the Representative’s Leadership During the COVID19 Pandemic Orlando, FL — Today Representative Anna V. Eskamani released her new 2020 campaign re-election video dubbed We’re Ready. The video elevates Eskamani’s leadership during the COVID-19...

Friends and Neighbors, This year has been unlike any other, but one constant that remains clear is the heavy heart we all hold on September 11th.  Nineteen years ago we promised to never forget, and I still grieve for every life lost on that terrible morning, and for...

Friend, As the daughter of working-class immigrants, words cannot even begin to describe my deep appreciation for -- and commitment to -- labor. Whether we belong to a union in our workplace or not, all of us owe a debt of gratitude for the rights that workers around...

Before COVID19 hit Florida, Representative Eskamani and her team were wrapping up the 2020 Legislative Session. In no particular order, here's a quick review of some top moments from the 2020 Legislative Session. Protecting Affordable Housing In 1992, the Sadowski...

Small Businesses employ nearly half of the state’s private sector workforce and we are proud to support them in the Florida Legislature and during the #COVID19 pandemic. Here’s a breakdown of a few small businesses who focus on health & well-being. With the...

Dear Friend, Today is Women’s Equality Day, the anniversary of the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which prohibits the states and the federal government from denying the right to vote on the basis of sex.  It’s also the 100th...

Last week Representative Anna V. Eskamani partnered with The Florida Bar Foundation to host a Virtual Workshop focused on evictions in Florida and the state of the current moratorium which is set to expire on September 1st. Rep. Eskamani was joined by: Sean Rowley,...

Virtual Event to Focus on Building a State that Supports Women & Girls Orlando, FL-- This month Americans around the country are celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which prohibits the states and the federal government from denying the right...

Dear Friend, The Republican primary is over. We know who our opponent is.  We also know that Tallahassee Republicans – and the big corporations that bankroll them – could spend millions trying to take us out. That’s how desperate they are to crush our work holding...

Dear Friend, It’s Election Day!  Critical races across the state will be decided today, including right here in Orange County.  Important offices that directly touch our everyday lives – from the sheriff and state attorney to the school board and county commission –...

This was originally published August 2, 2020 in the Orlando Sentinel. Our country and state are at a turning point. Nationwide demonstrations for Black lives and police reform, and over 154,000 coronavirus deaths and tens of millions unemployed — with communities of...

OR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 28, 2020 Representative Anna V. Eskamani To Host Two Virtual Community Events Tonight One Focused on Florida Politics, the Other Focused on Reopening Schools with OCPS Board Member Karen Castor Dentel Orlando, FL — Representative Eskamani of...

Dear Friend, Every Friday at 5:00pm we host a Virtual Office Hour on Facebook and Instagram Live to answer COVID19 questions from Floridians. In most cases, the questions are focused on our state’s broken unemployment system. But this time someone tried trolling me...

July 16, 2020 Dear Florida’s Congressional Delegation, I write to you with a sense of urgency requesting that you extend the $600 Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (FPUC) program for Americans across this country. Set to expire at the end of this month, FPUC...

Eskamani Is Honored by Three Institutions for Her Dedication to Public Service Orlando, FL-- Representative Anna V. Eskamani has been recently recognized by three institutions for her dedication to public service and positive impact in her community. This includes the...

Today Representative Anna V. Eskamani wrote a letter to all twelve Florida State Universities asking that efforts be made to protect international students. You can read her letter below. July 14, 2020 Dear State University Presidents, I write to you during this...

Representative Anna V. Eskamani submitted the following letter to Orange County School Board Members and our Superintendent. July 13, 2020 Dear Orange County School Board Members & Superintendent: In advance of tomorrow's School Board Meeting to discuss the...

This week the University of Central Florida (UCF) announced Representative Anna V. Eskamani as their 2020 Distinguished Alumnus, the highest annual honor UCF Alumni bestows upon a graduate! Here’s what Anna had to say: “My Dad went to UCF in 1994 & so did both my...

Representative Anna V. Eskamani joined fellow lawmakers in sending a letter to Governor Ron DeSantis asking that a statewide mask-mandate be put into place. Below is a copy of the letter, which you can also find linked here.  July 3, 2020 The Honorable Ron DeSantis...

Team Anna Welcomes a Cohort of Young Leaders to Serve On Her 2020 Re-Election Campaign Orlando, FL — Today Representative Anna V. Eskamani is excited to announce her team’s slate of Summer 2020 Campaign Interns! “This summer semester we welcomed a fantastic team of 9...

On June 6, 2020 a tornado impacted the Orlando Ferncreek community. The National Weather Service Melbourne Damage Survey confirmed that a waterspout/tornado moved north along a 5.1 mile path from Lake Conway to Thornton Park. The peak intensity was estimated at...

Dear Friend, Four years ago today 49 beautiful lives were cut short at Pulse nightclub in Orlando. They were dancing, celebrating Pride, and should have been safe.  It’s not enough to condemn hate against LGBTQ+ people, Latinx people,or black people-- we must honor...

Rubi is Team Anna intern and a law student at Barry University School of Law. During her time in law school, Rubi has devoted her work to the Immigration Clinic, and has served as a student representative for a year, whose clients include asylum seekers. In addition...

Passover, or pesach (פֶּסַח), has always been one of my favorite Jewish holidays. It signifies a time when the Jewish people overcame incredible adversity and struggle, with astounding perseverance and determination. The celebration of the victory and triumph of the...

I have been involved in politics for as long as I can remember. The key influence in my involvement has always been the community I have always belonged to, the one that has shaped my values and ignited my passion for social action: The Jewish community. I have...

I came to college looking for a community and a career path. I was undecided about my major, not having found my true passion yet, and trying to find a place to call my own in this new city and campus. Although high school classmates were attending UCF alongside me, I...

Eskamani will focus her campaign team on delivering necessary public health information  ORLANDO, FL — During this time of uncertainty surrounding the Coronavirus, Representative Anna V. Eskamani will be temporarily suspending campaign field activities in House...

Anna V. Eskamani: Advocate for Veterans Everywhere By: Logan Libretti Following her historic win in 2018, Representative Anna V. Eskamani of House District 47 has proven herself to be one of the most authentic, vocal, and effective members of the Florida Legislature....

Rep. Eskamani’s Day of Action By: Kelli Collins On February 14th, 2018 in Parkland, Florida at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, 17 people were killed, including students and teachers. It was one of the largest mass shootings in American history and an absolute...

Why The Fight for Gun Safety Legislation Matters for Young People Like Me By: Aviva Varma  Being a student in this day and age is nothing short of terrifying. My friends and I walk into class every day, fearing school shootings and knowing that even if we do survive...

The Orlando Democrat has Collecting & Submitted More Than 1,300 Signatures To Qualify for the 2020 Ballot Orlando, FL--  Today Representative Anna V. Eskamani is excited to announce that she has qualified for the 2020 ballot by petition!  Representative Eskamani...

Dear Friend, You might be wondering why you can't make a donation or use the Anna's Online Store. That's because during Legislative Session, lawmakers are prohibiting from raising any campaign funds. The 2020 Legislative Session is scheduled to go from January 14th to...

For Immediate Release | January 2, 2020 Orlando, FL-- Representative Anna V. Eskamani has earned an early 2020 endorsement from the Florida Education Association (FEA). Representing more than 140,000 members and founded in 1886, the Florida Education Association is...

Dear Friend,  As 2019 comes to a close, we are thrilled to bring you 19 Moments of 2019 to highlight (in no particular order) just a few of our favorite moments from this year.  We also wanted to make sure you saw both The Nation Magazine and Florida Politics...

Orlando, FL-- Representative Anna V. Eskamani has earned a 2020 endorsement from Equality Florida Action PAC, the state’s leading LGBTQ rights organization. “I am proud to be an accomplice to the LGBTQ community, and will always fight unapologetically for equality in...

Dear Friend, A Republican has filed to run against us in Florida State House District 47. It was a fight to flip this district and we know it’ll be a fight to keep it. The Republican Party of Florida would love to see us lose in 2020, silence our collective impact,...

Dear Friend, Did you know that we have a #TeamAnna Store?  From ornaments to beach towels, socks and clocks, we have a fun collection of swag to show your support for our campaign and movement! >>>CLICK HERE TO SHOP NOW<<< All proceeds from our...

Team Anna is excited to rollout a series of campaign wallpaper designs for your Android or Apple device!  Simply click on the link(s) below to save the design to your phone. From there you can add your favorite #OnwardForAnna wallpaper as the background to your phone,...

Dear Friend, We are lucky to have such incredible small businesses in House District 47 who stand with us, and support our movement. Below are small businesses committed to our 2020 Re-Election efforts; I encourage you to learn more about them, and to RSVP for our...

Dear Friend, I am thrilled to announce our 2020 Re-Election Kickoff Celebration!  Because of people like YOU, we made history in taking back Florida House District 47 and sending me to Tallahassee.  We’ve been hustling since day one, fighting for the values that...

Dear Friend,  We are excited to begin the democratic process of qualifying for the 2020 ballot by petition!  I know. It feels like we just won our election (and we kinda just did!) but it’s time to make history again, and prepare ourselves for what will be another...

Dear Friend, That’s right, today is Anna’s birthday! Our fearless Representative -- along with her amazing twin sister -- are both turning 29 years old today! Help us celebrate Anna’s birthday with a donation to our 2020 reelection campaign. A gift of $35, $50, or...

Dear Friend, I’ve committed my life’s purpose to fighting for women and girls-- and the fight just got worse. Alabama, Georgia, Ohio, Missouri and other states have moved forward extreme abortion bans, bans that contain no exceptions for rape or incest, bans that...

Dear Friend, The holidays are a time for reflection and gratitude, and we are thankful to have so many moments that made this year so memorable. In no particular order, here are our top 18 moments of 2018 No. 18: Following the Parkland shooting, tens of thousands came...

I wanted to share with you a quick update on what Team Anna is working on as we prepare to serve you in the Florida House.Packing Up Our Campaign Office: Yesterday our team spent the day packing up our campaign office. Thank you CREDO Conduit for giving us an...

Thank you for trusting me to be your fighter in Tallahassee. This is not the end of a movement, this is actually just the beginning.

Vice News has been following Anna on the campaign trail for a four-part documentary series called She’s Running.

Anna V. Eskamani is featured in a MTV News series about young candidates and their perspectives of controversial issues.

Anna V. Eskamani has been endorsed by Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund. The group endorsed more than 60 State Legislative Candidates across the country.

The first-time candidate has raised half a million from more than 4,000 individual donations

Early Voting has officially begun in Orange County!

Anna V. Eskamani has been endorsed by Grey2K USA WorldWide!

Democratic candidate for Florida State House District 47 has earned the endorsement of the National Association of Social Workers, Florida Chapter!

Democratic candidate for Florida State House District 47 has earned the endorsement of the Everglades Trust.

Democratic candidate for Florida State House District 47 has earned the endorsement of the Florida Nurses Political Action Committee (FNPAC).

Demands Republican Party and Opponent Stop Deceptive and Untruthful Advertisements.

The majority of Stockton’s financial backing comes from himself, the Republican Party of Florida, and special interests.

Yesterday I shared space with Channel 6’s Justin Warmoth on his Sunday morning show. We talked about the campaign, the attacks we face, and our vision for the future of Florida.

For decades Democrats have been pegged as big spenders. The party of “free stuff” and tax hikes. I’m twenty-eight years old. My perceptions are likely different because of my age. My optimism strong, my sense of responsibility real, and my hope for a future where...

As a former state legislator himself, President Obama recognizes the importance of electing strong leaders at the state level.

Today Florida Conservation Voters announced their endorsement of Geraldine Thompson and Anna Eskamani for the State House of Representatives.

Anna is the candidate who “will represent the best interests of the children of Florida”

And the first-time candidate is not done fundraising yet!

On Friday September 21st, Anna debated her Republican opponent at a forum hosted by the Winter Park Chamber of Commerce. The debate was live streamed on Facebook, and you can watch it here and by clicking on the video below. Anna did an incredible job. She highlighted...

If we want our youth to be productive members of local communities, it is critically important that we invest in our public schools, bring stakeholders together to desegregate poverty, and move away from an approach to juvenile justice that relies primarily on incarceration.

McDonald’s workers and their supporters in ten major cities protested the company’s lack of action in reducing workplace sexual assault and harassment. Orlando is one of those ten major cities, and Anna not only attended today’s rally but she was also a speaker. Below...

A two-minute video tells Anna’s personal story as an Orlando native and daughter of working-class immigrants.

To celebrate the one year mark of this endorsement, Team Anna Released a Short Video with Mayor Dyer

We will never reach our fullest potential as a community if we continue to neglect the arts.

The first time candidate and 28 year old for the Florida House has raised more than $350,000 from 2,200+ individual donations.

Our public transit adventure in House District 47 has given me a deeper understanding of how public transit works — and doesn’t work — in our community.

“I want Florida to be a pro-veterans state, and will always support our troops, and their families.”

Women’s Equality Day serves as a powerful reminder of what it takes to have your voice be heard. We must never forget the sacrifice of our suffragettes, and honor their work through voting, and advocacy.

Democratic candidate for Florida House District 47 Anna V. Eskamani has received the endorsement of Senator Bernie Sanders. On Friday Senator Bernie Sanders stumped for gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum at the University of Central Florida. During his opening...