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Mery Lopez-Palma
Michael Mike Friend
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Mery Lopez-Palma
Michael Mike Friend
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Position on major issues
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Abortion and reproductive policy
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Reproductive freedom is under attack. Read full quote
Healthcare is a fundamental human right, not a privilege for those who can afford it. Read full quote
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Agriculture and rural policy
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Artificial intelligence
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Civil rights and freedoms
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Mike believes Broward County is strongest when every neighbor is respected and protected. Read full quote
LGBTQ+ Floridians face discrimination in housing, employment, and healthcare. Read full quote
Hate has no home in Broward County. Read full quote
Sources
https://electmikefriend.com/abouthttps://electmikefriend.com/issues
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Criminal justice and policing
ENHANCING PUBLIC SAFETY: SUPPORTING LAW ENFORCEMENT AND IMPLEMENTING SMART POLICIES TO KEEP OUR COMMUNITIES SECURE.
Sources
https://www.merylopezpalma.com/
Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927021310/https://www.merylopezpalma.com/
Safer neighborhoods are built through trust and partnership. Read full quote
Law Enforcement & Fire Rescue I salute and support the brave men and women who keep Broward communities safe. Mike will build bridges with our first responders and neighborhoods.
Safer Communities Building bridges across Broward neighborhoods so every family can live a safe, dignified life.
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Economy, jobs and wages
DRIVING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: ATTRACTING HIGH-QUALITY JOBS AND INDUSTRIES TO OUR REGION. Read full quote
Sources
https://www.merylopezpalma.com/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927021310/https://www.merylopezpalma.com/
Jobs & Infrastructure Creating good-paying jobs and investing in our community's critical infrastructure.
Florida's families are being squeezed by skyrocketing property insurance premiums and an out-of-control cost of living. Read full quote
Sources
https://electmikefriend.com/abouthttps://electmikefriend.com/issues
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Education
IMPROVING EDUCATION: ENSURING OUR SCHOOLS HAVE THE RESOURCES THEY NEED AND EXPANDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL STUDENTS.
Sources
https://www.merylopezpalma.com/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927021310/https://www.merylopezpalma.com/
Education Fully funding public schools, protecting places of worship, and ensuring every child learns in safety and dignity.
Our public schools are the foundation of our community's future. Read full quote
Sources
https://electmikefriend.com/abouthttps://electmikefriend.com/issues
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Elections and voting
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Voting rights are under attack. Read full quote
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Energy
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Environment and climate
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Our community is on the front lines of climate change. Read full quote
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Families and social services
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Firearms policy
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We need commonsense gun safety measures that protect our communities while respecting Second Amendment rights. Read full quote
Gun Safety & Equality Implementing common-sense gun laws and standing firmly for equal rights for all.
Sources
https://electmikefriend.com/issueshttps://electmikefriend.com/about
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Government reform
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Healthcare
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Mental Health Expanding resources and access to comprehensive mental health services.
Healthcare is a fundamental human right, not a privilege for those who can afford it. Read full quote
Sources
https://electmikefriend.com/abouthttps://electmikefriend.com/issues
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Housing
LOWERING PROPERTY INSURANCE RATES: WORKING TO STABILIZE THE INSURANCE MARKET AND REDUCE COSTS FOR HOMEOWNERS.
Sources
https://www.merylopezpalma.com/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927021310/https://www.merylopezpalma.com/
Housing & Condo Crisis Tackling skyrocketing costs and ensuring safe, affordable living for all residents.
Florida's families are being squeezed by skyrocketing property insurance premiums and an out-of-control cost of living. Read full quote
Sources
https://electmikefriend.com/abouthttps://electmikefriend.com/issues
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Immigration
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Infrastructure and transportation
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Jobs & Infrastructure Creating good-paying jobs and investing in our community's critical infrastructure.
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Local control
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National security and foreign policy
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Social Security and retirement
SUPPORTING SENIORS: PROTECTING PROGRAMS THAT ALLOW OUR ELDERLY TO AGE WITH DIGNITY AND SECURITY.
Sources
https://www.merylopezpalma.com/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927021310/https://www.merylopezpalma.com/
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Taxes and government spending
DRIVING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT: ATTRACTING HIGH-QUALITY JOBS AND INDUSTRIES TO OUR REGION. Read full quote
Sources
https://www.merylopezpalma.com/Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927021310/https://www.merylopezpalma.com/
Education Fully funding public schools, protecting places of worship, and ensuring every child learns in safety and dignity.
Our public schools are the foundation of our community's future. Read full quote
Sources
https://electmikefriend.com/abouthttps://electmikefriend.com/issues
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Technology and privacy
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Veterans
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State Representative, District 102
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