David Richardson

Democratic Party

Candidate for State House

Miami, FL

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Most recent race: State House District 6
Party: Democratic Party
Location: Miami, FL
Current role: Candidate for State House

David Richardson is a forensic accountant, CPA, and Democratic politician running for the Florida House of Representatives, District 6 [2.8]. He previously served in the Florida House from 2012 to 2018 representing District 113, making history as the state's first openly gay state legislator. Richardson also served as a Miami Beach City Commissioner from 2019 to 2023. A former Pentagon auditor, his political focus has often centered on affordable housing, consumer protections, and LGBTQ equality.

Where does David Richardson stand on the issues?

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LGBTQ+ Rights
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Richardson was the first openly gay state legislator in Florida history and has made LGBTQ equality a central, long-running theme of his campaigns, pledging to protect LGBTQ rights and oppose discrimination.
“As the first-elected openly gay state lawmaker in Florida, I have worked hard to push for a more equitable and inclusive society for the LGBTQ community, as well as all others who have faced discrimination in their life.”
ballotpedia.orgAs of August 2026

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