Bernie Sanders Endorses Angie Nixon in Florida Senate Race

Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) endorsed state Representative Angie Nixon in her campaign for the U.S. Senate from Florida on Thursday. Nixon previously won against Alex Vindman, who was favored in polling and funding, by a double-digit margin. Nixon's campaign focuses on increasing taxes on the wealthy to fund initiatives such as 'Medicare for all,' free childcare, and a nationwide rent freeze. Sanders stated, 'Angie Nixon is proof that organized people can take on organized money — and win.' Nixon will face incumbent Senator Ashley Moody (R-FL) in the November general election, who is considered the favorite in the predominantly Republican state. Nixon is affiliated with the Democratic Socialists of America and represents a leftist faction within the Democratic Party. Although Sanders did not endorse her prior to the primary, he has supported other leftist candidates in various states. According to the Cook Political Report, Nixon's chances in Florida are rated as a 'Solid Republican' seat, with current polls indicating Moody in the lead.