Meet James
A career bringing people together to get things done.
Over more than 30 years, James Pericola has built a career in public service — as a Presidential appointee in the Clinton Administration, a congressional staff member, an attorney, and a senior government affairs executive. A husband and father, he’s running for Congress to lean on his decades of experience to lower costs and restore a common-sense approach to public service.
James believes Washington has become consumed by division and partisan fights while too many families worry about making ends meet, affording healthcare, and building a secure future. He knows the problems facing Florida won’t be solved by slogans or political games — but by leaders willing to listen, build consensus, and do the hard work of delivering results.
For James, the fight to lower costs is personal.
Caring for my aging mom, I’ve seen firsthand how complicated and expensive our healthcare system can be.
For James, the fight to lower costs is personal. Helping his aging mother navigate an increasingly costly and complex healthcare system gave him a firsthand understanding of the challenges facing families across the district — and a determination to fix what’s broken.
A Record of Service
Experience residents deserve.
James has spent his career at the table where decisions get made — and built a reputation as someone who brings diverse people together to solve hard problems.
Presidential Appointee
Served in President Clinton’s Administration as Special Assistant to the Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board — working with the White House, Congress, and federal agencies to strengthen transportation safety and coordinate responses to major aviation disasters.
Trusted Problem-Solver
Advised Fortune 100 companies, local governments, labor organizations, trade associations, and nonprofits — earning a reputation for bringing diverse stakeholders together to achieve meaningful results.
Rooted in Florida
Raised in Central Florida, James got his start in public service as a staff assistant to legendary U.S. Senator Bob Graham — traveling the state and learning the value of showing up, listening, working hard, and putting people first.
Members of the U.S. House of Representatives write and vote on federal laws, including the federal budget. Each represents one district and serves a two-year term. Tax bills must start in the House, only the House can impeach federal officials, and members oversee federal agencies through their committees.