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Democrat Makes History as First Female Mayor of Jacksonville, Dealing Blow to Republican Control

  • Democrat Donna Deegan defeated Republican Daniel Davis to become the first female mayor of Jacksonville, Florida.
  • Deegan focused on infrastructure, healthcare access, and economic opportunity for all.
  • Deegan's win marks the first Democratic mayor of Jacksonville in over 30 years and deals a blow to Republican control.
  • Deegan's victory comes despite endorsements for Davis from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
  • Deegan's candidacy and message of unity resonated with voters, showing a path forward for Democrats in Republican strongholds.
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