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State House candidate Emily Gregory addresses council, asks for Lantana votes
Summary
Emily Gregory spoke to the council to introduce herself ahead of the special election for State House District 87 in two weeks, described her public‑health background and priorities including property insurance, health care and defending home rule, and encouraged early voting.
Emily Gregory addressed the council to introduce herself as a candidate in the special election for Florida State House District 87. She reminded the council and audience that early voting begins Saturday and election day for the special election is the 24th.
"I'm Emily Gregory ... I'm running because I believe we deserve better representation," Gregory said, listing experience in public health and work with older adult programs and evidence‑based mental health interventions. She said her priorities include addressing the property insurance crisis, lowering the cost of goods, expanding health care access and defending municipal home rule.
Gregory said much of Lantana lies inside the district, described where early voting will be held and left walk cards with campaign contact information. The mayor thanked her for attending and encouraged residents to vote in the special election.
No formal action was connected to the remarks; the appearance was an opportunity for the candidate to meet residents and encourage turnout.
