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Stephann Norman

Governor

2026 Florida Governor — Democratic Primary · August 18, 2026

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Overview

Norman is a Tampa candidate whose questionnaire responses emphasize rent reduction, Medicaid expansion, environmental protection, and higher teacher pay.

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2026 Florida Governor — Democratic Primary on August 18, 2026
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Governor · Democratic · Challenger
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August 18, 2026

Democratic Party

Polk County, Florida

Governor and Lieutenant Governor

Stephann Norman

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2541 North Dale Mabry Highway · Suite 190 · Tampa, FL 33607

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2541 N Dale Mabry HwySuite #190Tampa, FL 33607

2541 North Dale Mabry Highway

Suite 190

Tampa, FL 33607

Phone: (813)220-2215

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Education and Tampa residence

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Education AIU Online Bachelor's Degree Magna Cum Laude Hometown Tampa County Hillsborough

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Education AIU Online Bachelor's Degree Magna Cum Laude

Hometown Tampa

County Hillsborough

Age

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31

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Education

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AIU Online Bachelor's Degree Magna Cum Laude

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AIU Online Bachelor's Degree Magna Cum Laude

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Tampa

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Hillsborough

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Florida Forward: A New Era of Leadership and Opportunity

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Throughout my career, I've worked a variety of jobs, including as a bagger at MacDill Air Force Base Commissary, where my skills were honed and gleaned valuable life lessons from veterans and customers alike. My work experience includes customer service jobs at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, and most importantly a caregiver for my late grandfather; always prioritizing the needs of others. I have helped friends that were hungry by providing finances and helped others by giving clothes and shoes that were not inexpensive. I’ve fed the homeless out of my own pocket, having them enter the restaurant and order what they want to eat and pay for it so they can enjoy their food in the cool and shade. I have given money, water or whatever I had to people on the street corner, sharing what I have at the moment. Selflessness is not just a word, it’s a lifestyle for myself and I am always thinking of others. I care for others with a Godly love also called: Agape Love.

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Throughout my career, I've worked a variety of jobs, including as a bagger at MacDill Air Force Base Commissary, where my skills were honed and gleaned valuable life lessons from veterans and customers alike. My work experience includes customer service jobs at Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, and most importantly a caregiver for my late grandfather; always prioritizing the needs of others. I have helped friends that were hungry by providing finances and helped others by giving clothes and shoes that were not inexpensive. I’ve fed the homeless out of my own pocket, having them enter the restaurant and order what they want to eat and pay for it so they can enjoy their food in the cool and shade. I have given money, water or whatever I had to people on the street corner, sharing what I have at the moment. Selflessness is not just a word, it’s a lifestyle for myself and I am always thinking of others. I care for others with a Godly love also called: Agape Love.

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Housing

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First and foremost, reduce the rent in Florida. Reducing homelessness starts with lowering the rent so housing can be attainable to everyday hard-working Floridians and not just the wealthy.

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First and foremost, reduce the rent in Florida.

Reducing homelessness starts with lowering the rent so housing can be attainable to everyday hard-working Floridians and not just the wealthy.

Health care

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This certainly includes an expansion of Florida Medicaid for everyone including children, seniors, and veterans.

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This certainly includes an expansion of Florida Medicaid for everyone including children, seniors, and veterans.

Public education

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Florida needs to significantly raise the pay of our educators Our children deserve the truth when it comes to their education and the history of this country including the struggles of Black people in this country.

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Florida needs to significantly raise the pay of our educators

Our children deserve the truth when it comes to their education and the history of this country including the struggles of Black people in this country.

Why are you running for this elected position? What are the two most compelling issues on which, if elected, you feel you can make a difference? ¿Por qué se postula para este cargo electo? ¿Cuáles son los dos temas más importantes en los que, si es electo/a, cree que puede hacer una diferencia para nuestro estado?

Candidate position

I am running for Governor because after prayer of how to impact Florida positively and looking for someone else to believe in and vote for, God spoke to me and said “Look in the mirror, YOU can be the CHANGE YOU want to see in Florida and in life”. One of the most important issues that I know I will make a positive impact on is a rent reduction. The second important issue is to expand Florida healthcare, along with revitalizing education.

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I am running for Governor because after prayer of how to impact Florida positively and looking for someone else to believe in and vote for, God spoke to me and said “Look in the mirror, YOU can be the CHANGE YOU want to see in Florida and in life”. One of the most important issues that I know I will make a positive impact on is a rent reduction. The second important issue is to expand Florida healthcare, along with revitalizing education.

What actions can be taken to protect Florida's environment, water quality and coastlines from pollution, overdevelopment and climate change? ¿Qué acciones pueden tomarse para proteger el medio ambiente de Florida, la calidad del agua y las costas frente a la contaminación, el desarrollo excesivo y el cambio climático?

Candidate position

First and foremost, we have to get rid of the Republican stronghold in Florida. The Republicans in Florida moving in lockstep with the Trump Administration have decimated Florida’s environment. One idea to protect Florida’s environment is to address climate change at its source, greedy corporations. We can then start to clean up the environment and allow the environment time to recover by replenishing it and cease overdevelopment.

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First and foremost, we have to get rid of the Republican stronghold in Florida. The Republicans in Florida moving in lockstep with the Trump Administration have decimated Florida’s environment. One idea to protect Florida’s environment is to address climate change at its source, greedy corporations. We can then start to clean up the environment and allow the environment time to recover by replenishing it and cease overdevelopment.

Equitable and affordable access to healthcare is declining, in part due to the decrease of federal insurance subsidies. At the same time, more Medicaid costs are being pushed onto the states. How should the state address these issues? El acceso equitativo y asequible a la atención médica está disminuyendo, en parte debido a la reducción de los subsidios federales de seguros. Al mismo tiempo, más costos de Medicaid se están trasladando a los estados. ¿Cómo debería el estado abordar estos problemas?

Candidate position

Given the fact that Donald Trump and the Republicans have been constantly challenging the Affordable Care Act, the citizens of America seem to be the victims of a selfish attempt at trying to get rid of a cornerstone in the American healthcare system while offering no replacement. To address these concerns, Florida will have to become self-sufficient and prioritize its citizens to ensure the State picks up where the Federal insurance drops off. This certainly includes an expansion of Florida Medicaid for everyone including children, seniors, and veterans.

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Given the fact that Donald Trump and the Republicans have been constantly challenging the Affordable Care Act, the citizens of America seem to be the victims of a selfish attempt at trying to get rid of a cornerstone in the American healthcare system while offering no replacement. To address these concerns, Florida will have to become self-sufficient and prioritize its citizens to ensure the State picks up where the Federal insurance drops off. This certainly includes an expansion of Florida Medicaid for everyone including children, seniors, and veterans.

The Florida Cabinet, acting as the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund, manages over 12 million acres of public lands. What is your philosophy on conservation, acquisition, and protection of natural resources, including Florida Forever projects, state parks, and coastal areas? El Gabinete de Florida, actuando como Junta de Fideicomisarios del Internal Improvement Trust Fund, administra más de 12 millones de acres de tierras públicas. ¿Cuál es su filosofía sobre la conservación, adquisición y protección de los recursos naturales, incluyendo proyectos de Florida Forever, parques estatales y zonas costeras?

Candidate position

My philosophy is to keep it simple: protect the environment and ecosystem of Florida by reversing current DeSantis lawlessness and providing an open dialogue for communities to communicate their specific need within their specific region. I will also make sure that environmental projects have the funding necessary and give the municipalities the power to protect and preserve their own lands. I will also replace all the Boards of Governors as they have been willing participants in the destruction of Florida’s environment.

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My philosophy is to keep it simple: protect the environment and ecosystem of Florida by reversing current DeSantis lawlessness and providing an open dialogue for communities to communicate their specific need within their specific region. I will also make sure that environmental projects have the funding necessary and give the municipalities the power to protect and preserve their own lands. I will also replace all the Boards of Governors as they have been willing participants in the destruction of Florida’s environment.

Insufficient housing is hurting Florida families and limiting Florida’s economy. What state measures do you support to address affordable housing and reduce homelessness? La falta de vivienda está afectando a las familias de Florida y limitando la economía del estado. ¿Qué medidas estatales apoya para abordar la vivienda asequible y reducir la falta de hogar?

Candidate position

First and foremost, reduce the rent in Florida. Florida has become one of the worst states to rent in the nation because of the DeSantis administration allowing corporations to price gouge their tenants and allowing rent prices to skyrocket, via the passing of the Live Local Act (Senate Bill 102). Reducing homelessness starts with lowering the rent so housing can be attainable to everyday hard-working Floridians and not just the wealthy.

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First and foremost, reduce the rent in Florida. Florida has become one of the worst states to rent in the nation because of the DeSantis administration allowing corporations to price gouge their tenants and allowing rent prices to skyrocket, via the passing of the Live Local Act (Senate Bill 102). Reducing homelessness starts with lowering the rent so housing can be attainable to everyday hard-working Floridians and not just the wealthy.

What is your long-term plan for public education, specifically concerning teacher retention, curriculum changes, and the role of parental rights laws? ¿Cuál es su plan a largo plazo para la educación pública, específicamente en relación con la retención de maestros, cambios en el currículo y el papel de las leyes de derechos de los padres?

Candidate position

First things first, Florida needs to significantly raise the pay of our educators and honor the sacrifice that they willingly give in order to supply our future generation with quality education. Education is a gateway to opportunity, and a window to imagination. Our children deserve the truth when it comes to their education and the history of this country including the struggles of Black people in this country. Curriculum changes are necessary. Parents have always had a say in their child’s education, as education starts at home.

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First things first, Florida needs to significantly raise the pay of our educators and honor the sacrifice that they willingly give in order to supply our future generation with quality education. Education is a gateway to opportunity, and a window to imagination. Our children deserve the truth when it comes to their education and the history of this country including the struggles of Black people in this country. Curriculum changes are necessary. Parents have always had a say in their child’s education, as education starts at home.

Polls indicate the public is more concerned about the cost of property insurance than property taxes. What is your view and why? Las encuestas indican que el público está más preocupado por el costo del seguro de propiedad que por los impuestos a la propiedad. ¿Cuál es su opinión y por qué?

Candidate position

I believe both are equally important. Property insurance concerns the maintenance of a home, while property taxes supports the outside of the home, the neighborhood schools, parks, libraries, the neighborhood itself. It should not go unnoticed that instead of trying to solve the property insurance crisis in Florida, DeSantis CHOSE to haphazardly address property taxes. Therefore, by placing the measure on the ballot allowing for Floridians to essentially bring destruction to their very doorstep through deception. The property insurance issue is plagued by insurance companies hiking rates/prices for the sake of “competition” then if God forbids something happens, allowing them to not cover the insured’s claims. These things will change under the Norman Administration.

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I believe both are equally important. Property insurance concerns the maintenance of a home, while property taxes supports the outside of the home, the neighborhood schools, parks, libraries, the neighborhood itself. It should not go unnoticed that instead of trying to solve the property insurance crisis in Florida, DeSantis CHOSE to haphazardly address property taxes. Therefore, by placing the measure on the ballot allowing for Floridians to essentially bring destruction to their very doorstep through deception. The property insurance issue is plagued by insurance companies hiking rates/prices for the sake of “competition” then if God forbids something happens, allowing them to not cover the insured’s claims. These things will change under the Norman Administration.

Florida Forward: A New Era of Leadership and Opportunity

Candidate position

Hello, my name is Stephann Norman, and I am a QUALIFIED CANDIDATE who will be on your AUGUST PRIMARY BALLOT. Though born in Texas, I was raised in Florida by a hard-working, blessed and beautiful single mother that taught myself and my sister moral Christ-like values and to treat people how we would want to be treated, with love and respect. I graduated from Robinson High School in Tampa and earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from American InterContinental University Online, Magna Cum Laude.

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Hello, my name is Stephann Norman, and I am a QUALIFIED CANDIDATE who will be on your AUGUST PRIMARY BALLOT. Though born in Texas, I was raised in Florida by a hard-working, blessed and beautiful single mother that taught myself and my sister moral Christ-like values and to treat people how we would want to be treated, with love and respect. I graduated from Robinson High School in Tampa and earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management from American InterContinental University Online, Magna Cum Laude.

Florida Forward: A New Era of Leadership and Opportunity

Candidate position

What made me decide to run for Governor was through prayer time about all the issues going on in Florida, while looking for someone else to believe in and vote for God spoke to me and said “Look in the mirror, YOU can be the CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEE IN FLORIDA. So on that Word from God, I stepped up and decided to obey and file to run for public office to serve the citizens of Florida.

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What made me decide to run for Governor was through prayer time about all the issues going on in Florida, while looking for someone else to believe in and vote for God spoke to me and said “Look in the mirror, YOU can be the CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEE IN FLORIDA. So on that Word from God, I stepped up and decided to obey and file to run for public office to serve the citizens of Florida.

Florida Forward: A New Era of Leadership and Opportunity

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This election will be pivotal not just for Florida, but for the entire nation. Florida needs a leader who is tough on injustice yet compassionate towards others—someone who will protect the state and its people, while ensuring even the most vulnerable are cared for.

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This election will be pivotal not just for Florida, but for the entire nation. Florida needs a leader who is tough on injustice yet compassionate towards others—someone who will protect the state and its people, while ensuring even the most vulnerable are cared for.

Florida Forward: A New Era of Leadership and Opportunity

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Affordable Housing: Rent Reduction Florida should be a place where families can build their futures. The plan is to reduce rent across the state to a reasonable rate, ensuring that Florida remains an affordable place not only for tourists but also for residents. Everyone deserves a place they can call home without breaking the bank.

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Affordable Housing: Rent Reduction Florida should be a place where families can build their futures. The plan is to reduce rent across the state to a reasonable rate, ensuring that Florida remains an affordable place not only for tourists but also for residents. Everyone deserves a place they can call home without breaking the bank.

Florida Forward: A New Era of Leadership and Opportunity

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Revitalize Education: Bringing Back Real LearningEducation is the foundation of opportunity and innovation. I will restore true, unfiltered education by protecting teachers’ ability to educate freely. I would personally vote NO on the ELIMINATION OF PROPERTY TAXES as they fund our public schools, parks, libraries, first responders, etc. The money available needs to be reinvested in our children which are the future of Florida.

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Revitalize Education: Bringing Back Real LearningEducation is the foundation of opportunity and innovation. I will restore true, unfiltered education by protecting teachers’ ability to educate freely. I would personally vote NO on the ELIMINATION OF PROPERTY TAXES as they fund our public schools, parks, libraries, first responders, etc. The money available needs to be reinvested in our children which are the future of Florida.

Florida Forward: A New Era of Leadership and Opportunity

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Healthcare for All: Restoring Florida HealthcareHealthcare is a human right, and every Floridian deserves access to affordable, quality care. The plan is to expand Florida healthcare to ensure all residents—from birth to end of life—have the healthcare services they need, regardless of their income, sexuality, or gender identification. It’s time to put people before profits in Florida’s healthcare system. Increasing SNAP benefits will also aid in healthcare as healthy foods create healthy people for a healthy Florida. This also includes veterans and their healthcare too.

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Healthcare for All: Restoring Florida HealthcareHealthcare is a human right, and every Floridian deserves access to affordable, quality care. The plan is to expand Florida healthcare to ensure all residents—from birth to end of life—have the healthcare services they need, regardless of their income, sexuality, or gender identification. It’s time to put people before profits in Florida’s healthcare system. Increasing SNAP benefits will also aid in healthcare as healthy foods create healthy people for a healthy Florida. This also includes veterans and their healthcare too.

Florida Forward: A New Era of Leadership and Opportunity

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Insured Bill of Rights: Protecting Floridians in Times of NeedNavigating insurance can be complicated and costly, especially for those with medical needs. As a person living with a disability, I understand the frustrations firsthand. The plan is to pass Insured Bill of Rights to ensure that insurance policies—whether for health, home, or auto—serve the best interests of Floridians, providing affordable, transparent coverage, and protecting you in times of crisis.

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Insured Bill of Rights: Protecting Floridians in Times of NeedNavigating insurance can be complicated and costly, especially for those with medical needs. As a person living with a disability, I understand the frustrations firsthand. The plan is to pass Insured Bill of Rights to ensure that insurance policies—whether for health, home, or auto—serve the best interests of Floridians, providing affordable, transparent coverage, and protecting you in times of crisis.

Florida Forward: A New Era of Leadership and Opportunity

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Solve Housing Crisis: A Roof Over Every HeadEvery person in Florida deserves a safe and stable place to live. My plan is to take bold action to solve the housing crisis in our state by increasing affordable housing options, providing mental health and addiction services, and offering support to those who need it most. A home is a human right. No one should ever be forced to live on the streets.

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Solve Housing Crisis: A Roof Over Every HeadEvery person in Florida deserves a safe and stable place to live. My plan is to take bold action to solve the housing crisis in our state by increasing affordable housing options, providing mental health and addiction services, and offering support to those who need it most. A home is a human right. No one should ever be forced to live on the streets.

Florida Forward: A New Era of Leadership and Opportunity

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HONORABLE MENTION: ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE Addressing climate change and the environment will be a top priority for my administration as our environment needs to be cleaned up and reinvigorated. I will make sure to take care of our unique ecosystem and address corporate greed that has destroyed our environment.

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HONORABLE MENTION: ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE Addressing climate change and the environment will be a top priority for my administration as our environment needs to be cleaned up and reinvigorated. I will make sure to take care of our unique ecosystem and address corporate greed that has destroyed our environment.

Florida Forward: A New Era of Leadership and Opportunity

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Addressing climate change and the environment will be a top priority for my administration as our environment needs to be cleaned up and reinvigorated. I will make sure to take care of our unique ecosystem and address corporate greed that has destroyed our environment.

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Addressing climate change and the environment will be a top priority for my administration as our environment needs to be cleaned up and reinvigorated. I will make sure to take care of our unique ecosystem and address corporate greed that has destroyed our environment.

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Education AIU Online Bachelor's Degree Magna Cum Laude

Campaign finance

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$4,287.56
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$360.35

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Summary of Candidates — Election Year: 2026 General Election — Office: Governor — Party: All — Stephann Norman — $4,287.56

Summary of Candidates — Election Year: 2026 General Election — Office: Governor — Party: All — Stephann Norman — $360.35

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  5. Candidate questionnaire response

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