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Mike Redondo
Armando A.C. Castillo
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Mike Redondo
Armando A.C. Castillo
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Armando “A.C.” Castillo is a longtime District 118 resident, union worker, former community council member, husband of a public school teacher, and father of public school students. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is running to prioritize working families and address rising living costs. Castillo presents himself as an authentic alternative to career politicians, advocating for practical “paycheck politics” and representation grounded in residents’ everyday experiences.
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Position on major issues
Abortion and reproductive policy
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Agriculture and rural policy
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Voted Yes on OGSR/Aquaculture Records
Cosponsored Refrigerant Safety and Agricultural Continuity
Voted Yes on Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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Artificial intelligence
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Voted Yes on Data Centers
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Civil rights and freedoms
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Voted Yes on Commencement of Civil Actions
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Criminal justice and policing
Protect Florida families by upholding the rule of law and defending our Constitution.
I’ve always stayed deeply connected to the people I serve, and I’m committed to fighting for affordable housing, lower insurance costs, law and order, and the conservative values that keep Florida strong and free.
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https://mikeredondo.com
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Economy, jobs and wages
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Voted Yes on Public Employees Relations Commission
Voted Yes on OGSR/Administration of Small Business Loan Programs Held by an Economic Development Agency
Voted Yes on Department of Commerce
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Education
Empower parents and protect our children by ending radical teachings in our classrooms.
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https://mikeredondo.com
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Florida ranks last in the country in average teacher pay, while Miami remains one of the most expensive cities in the country to live. Teachers should not have to work second jobs just to survive in the communities they serve.
But right now, Florida is sending billions of public education dollars into private school vouchers while our public schools are still underfunded. Read full quote
Sources
https://votepeoplefirst.com
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Elections and voting
We need lawmakers who refuse corporate PAC money and put people before politics.
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https://votepeoplefirst.com
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Energy
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Environment and climate
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Voted Yes on Petroleum Cleanup Programs
Voted Yes on Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Permits
Voted Yes on Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances
As a Community Board member, I saw firsthand how these special interest developments hurt our way of life. I voted against the waste facility station in West Kendall, and I opposed the Calusa Golf course development. And I will oppose any project that does not benefit our people first.
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https://votepeoplefirst.com
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Families and social services
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Voted Yes on Children’s Initiatives
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Firearms policy
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Voted Yes on Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer
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Government reform
We need lawmakers who refuse corporate PAC money and put people before politics.
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https://votepeoplefirst.com
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Healthcare
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Voted Yes on Health Care
Voted Yes on Uterine Fibroid Research Database
Voted Yes on Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Permits
Florida ranks 4th in the nation for uninsured individuals, yet we lead the country in ACA enrollment. That’s a warning sign, not a success story.
Programs such as Medicaid must not be utilized as instruments of political leverage. Such programs provide essential services upon which vulnerable populations, including seniors and persons with disabilities, rely for their health, safety, and continued well-being.
Sources
https://votepeoplefirst.com
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Housing
Solve the property insurance and affordability crisis with a common-sense approach that protects consumers.
I’ve always stayed deeply connected to the people I serve, and I’m committed to fighting for affordable housing, lower insurance costs, law and order, and the conservative values that keep Florida strong and free.
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Voted Yes on Local Housing Assistance Plans
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https://mikeredondo.com
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As a homeowner, I've felt the out-of-control costs of property insurance, and I'm not alone. Read full quote
Regular working people need a place to live that they can afford. If we don't address this aggressively, we will lose the people that make our community run.
Rent burden in Florida is #1 in the country. NUMBER ONE. 68% of us in District 118 are renters. In the last 8 years, rents have DOUBLED. That is not sustainable. It's ridiculous that we're now seeing virtual open house tours of efficiency apartments like it's normal.
Sources
https://votepeoplefirst.com
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Immigration
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Voted Yes on Employment Eligibility
Voted Yes on Advertisements for Representation Services
Voted Yes on Employment Eligibility
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Infrastructure and transportation
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Voted Yes on Department of Management Services
Voted Yes on Documentary Stamp Tax Distributions
Voted Yes on State Agency Law Enforcement Radio System
District 118 has some of the longest commute times in the state, yet partisan politics continues to delay funding for both capital and operational transportation projects. Read full quote
District 118 is going to see even more development in the next 5 years. High rises and commercial properties are being planned as you read this. In 12-15 years, we will likely see another major airport expansion at Miami Executive. This will bring more traffic and population density to our neighborhoods.
As a member of the Transport Workers Union, I’ve seen how investing in transportation infrastructure can reduce traffic, improve the quality of life, and create good-paying jobs.
Sources
https://votepeoplefirst.com
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Local control
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Voted Yes on Assessments Levied on Recreational Vehicle Parks
Voted Yes on Official Actions of Local Governments
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National security and foreign policy
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Social Security and retirement
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Taxes and government spending
Reduce the property tax burden on hardworking families and make government more efficient, transparent, and accountable.
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Voted Yes on Property Tax Administration
Voted Yes on Department of Management Services
Sources
https://mikeredondo.com
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Technology and privacy
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Voted Yes on Local Government Cyber Security
Voted Yes on Data Centers
Voted Yes on Local Government Cyber Security
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Veterans
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Voted Yes on Veterans Dental Care Grant Program
Voted Yes on Veterans
Voted Yes on Veterans
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Animals and wildlife
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Emergency management
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Voted Yes on OGSR/Persons Provided Public Emergency Shelter
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Armando A.C. Castillo
Armando “A.C.” Castillo is a longtime District 118 resident, union worker, former community council member, husband of a public school teacher, and father of public school students. The son of Cuban immigrants, he is running to prioritize working families and address rising living costs. Castillo presents himself as an authentic alternative to career politicians, advocating for practical “paycheck politics” and representation grounded in residents’ everyday experiences.
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State Representative, District 118
Thinking for yourself matters
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