Philip Levine in Gubernatorial campaign websites

On Budget & Economy: An economy that works for all Floridians

If we want to create a state with better-paying jobs and an economy that works for all Floridians, it starts with raising the minimum wage, investing in public education, paying our teachers a fair wage, protecting and preserving our environment, and taking serious steps to curb the threat of gun violence. Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

On Civil Rights: History of being a fierce champion for LGBTQ rights

Philip has always been a fierce champion for LGBTQ rights. As Mayor of Miami Beach, he led the first same-sex weddings in his city after the historic ruling in 2015. Under his administration, his city won consecutive perfect scores from the Human Rights Campaign for inclusiveness and tolerance - the highest in the state of Florida. Philip will fight to make the Florida Competitive Workforce Act a reality, to ensure that no one of any gender or sexual orientation faces discrimination on the job. Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

On Corporations: Stop special interest tax breaks in Tallahassee

Tallahassee has not been working for Floridians. Under Republican control, the Legislature has been run by an unaccountable majority, cutting deals behind closed doors and giving tax-breaks to special interests. Philip will fight to make sure the legislature is held accountable. To make Tallahassee serve the people best, Philip proposes using the same standards local governments use and ensure any and all visitors speaking with elected leaders must be publicly available information. Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

On Crime: Top-down & bottom-up audit of the Department of Corrections

Our state has almost 100K inmates and the highest voter disenfranchisement rate in the nation. Philip will conduct an extensive, top-down and bottom-up review and investigation of the Department of Corrections. It's time to audit the private prison scheme to identify fraud that is costing taxpayers money, review the vetting of visitors, so it treats families with respect and dignity, and review and decriminalize minor offenses, so we don't clog our prison system with non-violent offenders. Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

On Education: Invest in public schools; stop funds to private/charters

Philip believes it's time to take our public school funding off the back-burner and make the needed investments in our public education system so that everyone can have the same opportunities to advance. Funding public education, paying teachers fairly, investment in our business of public education must be a top priority. It's time to end the flow of taxpayer money to unaccountable, for-profit charters and private schools and adequately fund our schools, teachers, and our children's future. Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

On Energy & Oil: Against offshore drilling; invest instead in solar energy

It's a clear fact: Floridians do not want offshore drilling. Fossil fuels are the old way and we must be ready to adapt so we can succeed in the future. Philip believes our energy future lies in renewable energy and that there is a reason we are called the "Sunshine State." He will encourage the growth of sustainability by investing heavily in solar and other sources of renewable energy. Philip will also make sure we hold polluters accountable. Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

On Energy & Oil: Effectively tackled challenges of climate change in Miami

Philip is running for Governor and is ready to tackle climate change and sea level rise on the first day in office, the same way he did as Mayor of Miami Beach. As Mayor of Miami Beach, Philip worked with community stakeholders on an unprecedented solution to keep his city from going underwater by investing in seawater pumps, raising roads, improving building codes, and installing seawalls. It worked, and Miami Beach has become a model for cities around the world confronting climate change. Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

On Gun Control: We need gun control reform with a common sense approach

Philip believes it's time to take decisive action to reduce gun violence in our communities and make neighborhoods safe. After the events at Pulse Nightclub and Parkland which took too many lives too soon, we must honor their memories with action.

Ban assault-style-rifles in Florida
Institute universal background checks for all purchases of firearms
Reverse preemption and empower local governments to establish common-sense rules that work for their communities.

Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

On Health Care: Expand Medicaid; give healthcare access to everyone

Floridians' access to healthcare has been a political game under Rick Scott's Administration. As Governor, Philip will direct the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration to work with the Federal Government and expand Medicaid and help almost 700,000 Floridians gain access to the care they badly need. Philip believes it is crucial we build a state where everyone has access to the care they need. Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

On Homeland Security: Military veterans should receive the benefits they deserve

Philip Levine appreciates the incredible contribution and sacrifice that our men and women in uniform and their families give to our country. Our men and women in uniform risk their lives for our country, and they deserve the best healthcare, quality of life, and career opportunities back home. Philip will work to make sure our 1.5 million veterans are cared for, and to provide affordable housing and support for our state's many homeless veterans. Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

On Immigration: Fully supports a pathway to citizenship for immigrants

We are a state and a nation of immigrants, and the American Dream is the ability to move and immigrate to the United States. Philip knows that diversity is our strength and a competitive advantage. As Governor, Philip fully supports a path to citizenship for those who are here and want to contribute to our society. He will stand strong against President Trump to defend the thousands of DREAMers who were brought to our country for a better life. Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

On Jobs: For raising minimum wage; let local communities decide rate

To create a state where we all rise together, Philip believes it's time to raise the minimum wage in the state of Florida. It's something he did as Mayor of Miami Beach, as the first city in the state to institute a minimum living wage. As Governor, Philip will fight to raise the minimum wage past $8.25 and let local communities decide what works best for them. Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

On Technology: Infrastructure must be modernized to meet 21st century needs

Philip is all-too-familiar with our state's chronic issues of gridlock and congestion, a huge drag on our economy and a major source of pollution. Philip wants to drive Florida into the 21st century economy and believes we need to connect our cities with modern transportation methods. High-speed rail, Hyperloop, and other similar initiatives can be a driving force for new jobs and economic advancement throughout Florida. Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

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