Mission & Purpose

A Better Florida is Possible is a political committee founded in 2024 by St. Petersburg, FL City Council Member Richie Floyd. First elected in 2021, Richie’s campaign was a grassroots movement that boldly declared that “A Better St Pete is Possible!” The campaign knocked on tens of thousands of doors and raised small dollar contributions from everyday people that believe in standing up for the dignity of all. A Better Florida Is Possible is the continuation of the movement that began in working class neighborhoods in St Pete and has since won key victories like tenant assistance, reproductive healthcare privacy, and safe streets funding for local residents.

We recognize that the status quo isn’t working and we need major structural change. Contesting elections is good, but can only get us so far. Real change only happens when everyday people stand up and demand a better world. What we need is a movement that accompanies our electoral work, and that's exactly what we're building.

We support progressive candidates and elected officials, but more importantly we organize Floridians to get them engaged in the governing process between elections. This provides a crucial base of support for passing progressive legislation, and builds a movement that can deliver real change for working people. We organize by knocking doors, hosting town halls, and communicating with constituents about the issues most important to them. This important work is often overlooked but is crucial to continuing the momentum built during electoral campaigns.