Joins us at the November Membership Meeting
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Check-in 6:30pm
Meeting Starts 7:00pm
The Pride Center
2040 N Dixie Hwy., Wilton Manors
We will be recapping the 2022 Midterm Election
Pizza will be served!
We are looking for volunteers to help us distribute our “Endorsements & Recommendations Card”
at any of the Broward County Early Voting Locations. You can help by volunteering for one or more shifts.
Sign up using this link:
bit.ly/3QHIUF3
Early Voting dates:
Saturday, August 13th thru Sunday, August 21st
Polls opens from 10:00am – 7:00pm
We endorsed them, now let’s help them win!
We hope we can count on you!
Join us at the July Membership Mixer
Friday, July 29, 2022
5:00pm – 7:00pm
ChainBridge Distillery
3500 NE 11th Ave.
Oakland Park, FL 33334
We will be collecting school supplies to benefit Broward County Schools
ALL 2022 Members will get ONE free drink on us.
For more info contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]
WITHOUT YOU WE LOSE HIGHLIGHTS THE STAKES IN THE 2022 ELECTION
The Florida LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus Summer Conference, Without You We Lose, highlights what’s at stake for the LGBTQ+ community in the 2022 election and takes aim at the destructive Republican agenda. With nearly all statewide candidates participating, plus state and local candidates and elected officials, Without You We Lose will outline a clear vision that lifts up and supports the diverse community of Floridians, unlike the hurtful and shortsighted approach of Marco Rubio, Ron DeSantis, and their colleagues.
Among the topics on the agenda are reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ rights in the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision in Dodd, the outlook for legislation impacting the trans community, the long list of economic issues not addressed by the Florida Legislature, an assessment of what’s ahead from House and Senate Democratic leaders, and how to build the Democratic bench. In addition, a panel of young LGBTQ+ leaders who led the Don’t Say Gay bill walkouts will discuss youth participation and focus in the upcoming election.
The weekend’s premier event, the Saturday Evening Cocktail Reception, features the next US Senator from Florida, Rep. Val Demings; Florida’s newest Member of Congress, Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick; Rep. Stephanie Murphy receiving the Congressional Leadership Award for her work on the House January 6 Committee investigating the Republican insurrection and coup attempt by Donald Trump; and Rep. Michele Rayner receiving the Legislative Leadership Award from Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith for her work fighting for and representing the LGBTQ+ community in Tallahassee. This program will be updated.
In addition, the conference will host a Membership Meeting, which will conduct endorsements for US Senate, Governor, Attorney General, Commissioner of Agriculture, Congressional District 23 and Congressional District 27.
The conference will close on Sunday morning with Drag the Vote, our Farewell Drag Brunch featuring DJ Joey Brown.
The Westin Fort Lauderdale (400 Corporate Drive Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33334) is a spacious venue to allow for ample social distancing with COVID-19 protocols in place during all portions of the programming. The conference is open to all registered Democrats.
All funds raised at our Summer Conference support our GOTV campaign fund to elect pro-equality candidates and promote pro-equality policies.
Program (still in development)
Friday, July 22
630-830pm
Welcome Reception
Guests include Commissioner Nikki Fried, Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis, Commissioner of Agriculture candidate Ryan Morales, CD-23 candidate Ben Sorenson, CD-23 candidate Hava Holzhauer
Music provided by Ryan Morales
Saturday, July 23
Conference begins with a continental breakfast at 8am. The Conference program will begin at 8:30 am and run until approximately 3:30pm
PANEL The Politics of Distraction: LGBTQ+ Issues Vs. Florida’s Economy
Rep. Christine Hunschofsky
Sen. Annette Taddeo
House District 101 candidate Hillary Cassel
SPEAKER
CD-23 candidate Jared Moskowitz
SPEAKER
ActBlue State and Local Associate Jose Gamboa
SPEAKER
Is Your Marriage Safe from SCOTUS? LGBTQ+ Issues After Dodd
Palm Beach County State Attorney Dave Aronberg
SPEAKER
TRANS IN AMERICA
Caucus Legislative Director Nathan Bruemmer
PANEL What’s Next for Abortion in Florida?
Emma Collum, Chair of Ruth’s List Florida
House District 109 candidate Ashley Gantt
LUNCH PRESENTATION Storming the Legislature: How Democrats Can Take Back Tallahassee
Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book
House Democratic Leader Fentrice Driskell
Senate District 38 candidate Janelle Perez
Senate District 24 candidate Eunic Ortiz
SPEAKER
Rep. Charlie Crist
SPEAKER
Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith
PANEL Building the Blue Bench
Rep. Marie Woodson
Rep. Michele Rayner
Hallendale Beach Commissioner Sabrina Javellana
CD-10 candidate Maxwell Alejandro Frost
PANEL Diversity and Inclusion Committee Presents: Young Voters Will Save Us This Year
Don’t Say Gay student walkout organizers:
Javier Gomez
Maxx Fenning
Will Larkins
Nathalie Saladrigas
Saturday Evening Cocktail Reception
7:00pm
Guests include Rep. Val Demings, Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, Rep. Stephanie Murphy receiving the Congressional Leadership Award for her work on the House January 6 Committee, and Rep. Michele Rayner receiving the Legislative Leadership Award from Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith for her work representing the LGBTQ+ community in Tallahassee.
*Heavy Hors D’Oeuvres & Open Bar
Sunday, July 24
10:30am
Drag the Vote: Our Farewell Drag Brunch
Music by DJ Joey Brown
*All events and meetings are open press, except the Saturday afternoon caucus membership meeting and Sunday drag brunch are closed press.
Registration and Tickets
For Conference Registration, Saturday Evening Cocktail Reception, Sunday Farewell Drag Brunch Tickets and Membership Meeting Registration, click here to register and purchase tickets.
**There is no charge to register for the Membership Meeting, but you MUST register to attend. It is an additional registration than for the conference.
** Conference registration includes the Friday Welcome Reception, and Continental Breakfast and Lunch on Saturday.
Our membership meeting is open to all registered Democrats, although only active Caucus members may vote. Endorsement voting will only occur in-person. Renew your Caucus membership for 2022 and make your voice heard!
*All registration fees and tickets are non-refundable.
Sponsorships
Click here to support us as a sponsor! All funds go toward our 2022 GOTV effort.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Wilton Manors Stonewall Pride
Saturday, June 18, 2022
March with us in the parade in support of the LGBTQ+ Community
Line up starts at 4:30pm at Ft. Lauderdale High School – All volunteers marching with us must arrive no later than 6:15pm
Parade will start at 7:00pm
Please RSVP if you can join us
Volunteers should wear comfortable attire and shoes. Bring water to stay hydrated
The parade will last about 2 hours.
Pride attire is encouraged.
Elected Officials are welcome to join
Candidates can also join, but can’t wear campaign attire
Other democratic organizations are welcome to join us as well.
For More info you can contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]
Thank you for supporting the Dolphin Democrats
Let’s continue the 40th Anniversary celebration and join us at the Stonewall Pride Brunch
Presented by:
School Board Member Sarah Leonardi
Wilton Manors Commissioner Chris Caputo
Saturday, June 18, 2022
10:00am – 12:00pm
Guest Speaker:
Commissioner of Agriculture – Nikki Fried
Location: UNCS (United National Consumer Services)
1471 NE 26th St Suite 200, Wilton Manors
Food & Mimosas will be served
Free admission to all 2022 members. Must RSVP to attend
Guests $15 per person
Guest Speaker: TBA
For more info contact us at [email protected] or [email protected]
The Dolphin Democrats proudly present our 40th Anniversary Gala to be held Saturday May 21, 2022 at 7:00pm at The Westin Fort Lauderdale, 400 Corporate Drive, Fort Lauderdale
The Dolphin Democrats are Florida’s oldest LGBTQ+ political organization and our work is more crucial than ever. This event will feature political leaders, activists, awards, and community while serving to further the vital mission of the Dolphin Democrats for our LGBTQ+ community in Broward County and Florida at large.
Regular Admission tickets are currently for sale
For sponsorships, please take a look at our sponsorship levels. or see attached printable Sponsorship Brochure
Thank you for joining us on May 21st to celebrate our successes, plan for the future, and show that together we are unstoppable.
Join us on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at the Membership Meeting
Check-in Starts at 6:30pm
Meeting Starts at 7:00pm
The Pride Center
Wilton Manors, FL
Guest Speakers:
Ben Sorensen for Congress
Jason Pizzo for State Senator
Allen Ellison for U.S. Senate
State House District 101 Candidates:
Hillary Cassel
Todd Delmay
Clay Miller
We hope to see you there!
Join us for a Meet & Greet with Charlie Crist for Governor.
Congressman Crist will be our only speaker at this event where he will talking to our members and community at-large about his campaign for Governor.
Saturday, April 23, 2022
10:00am – 11:00am
The Pride Center
2040 N Dixie Hwy.
Wilton Manors, FL
You must RSVP to attend this event. This event is open to all democrats in South Florida.
For questions please email [email protected]
Paid for by the Dolphin Democrats. DolphinDems.org.
Not authorized by any candidate or candidate’s committee.
Founded in 1982, the Dolphin Democrats is the oldest LGBTQ+ Political Organization in Florida.
Our goal is to educate voters, advocate for LGBTQ+ people, support our community, and elect pro-LGBTQ+ Democratic candidates.