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St. Petersburg City Council member Brandi Gabbard is uniquely positioned to be a standout leader in the city.
As a Democrat, she fits neatly within the city’s continued leftward shift. She recognizes the need for equity and equality, she’s not afraid to push back on the Republican-controlled Legislature’s seemingly never-ending attacks on local government home rule, and she’s sensitive to those struggling financially in some of the city’s most challenged communities.
But as a real estate agent, she’s also able to see policymaking from the business, economic and development side.
Marrying ideology and pragmatism is one of Gabbard’s top strengths.
– Peter Schorsch, Florida Politics