Curtis GibsonDemocraticI’m ready to put my experience to work for you and your family. I’m a former City Commissioner, Mall Manager, small business owner, husband and father of five. I know the weight of making payroll, the cost of groceries, and the value of a handshake in the Heartland.DSDeva SimmonsIndependentA native of Brooklyn, NY, Deva relocated to Florida in 1995 and has proudly called Polk County home since 2002. With over 20 years in education, she has dedicated her life to empowering students and families through learning, mentorship, and community engagement. Her commitment to service extends far beyond the classroU.S. House members represent a single district and serve two-year terms. They introduce bills, control the federal budget, and vote on laws.
In the general election, the candidates who advanced face off and the winner takes office.
