fundraising Landscape in Senate District 26: A Battle of Candidates
The race for Senate District 26 is heating up, with former Representative David Silvers emerging as a formidable contender in the initial fundraising quarter. With over $44,000 raised, Silvers has gained significant financial backing from various local businesses in Palm Beach County.
Current Fundraising Totals
David Silvers
- Total Raised: Over $44,000
- Current Funds: More than $172,000 (including his political committee, Friends of David Silvers)
- Number of Donations: 46 (Average: $965 per contribution)
Notable Contributions:
- $10,000 from James DiPaula (Real Estate Executive)
- $5,000 from Howard Kessler (Payment Industry Executive and Philanthropist)
- Contributions from the political committee of former Democratic Rep. Evan Jenne totaling $3,100.
Yvette Drucker
- Total Raised: $29,500
- Current Funds: Approximately $170,000
- Number of Donations: Average of $1,180 per contribution
Notable Contributions:
- $5,000 from Boca Arboreum Development LLC
- $2,500 each from:
- Man Con (Underground Construction Engineering)
- Miskel Blackman (Boca Law Firm)
Rick Roth
- Total Raised: $15,500
- Current Funds: Approximately $115,000
- Number of Donations: 33 (Average: $470 per contribution)
Notable Contributions:
- $1,000 from H&H Harvesting and Southern Growers
- $1,000 from Anne Gerwig (Republican Representative)
Expenditures Overview
David Silvers
- Total Spent: Close to $12,000
- Most of this expenditure ($11,300) went to Cornerstone Solutions for event expenses.
Yvette Drucker
- Total Spent: Approximately $18,000
- Significant expenses included $7,500 to Amare Public Affairs and $6,000 to Sunshine Strategies.
Rick Roth
- Total Spent: $1,800
- Key expenditures included costs for thank-you cards and a $200 event fee.
Election Timeline and District Overview
The primary election is scheduled for August 18, 2026, where Silvers and Drucker will compete in the Democratic primaries. If no additional Republican candidates enter the race, the winner will face Roth in the General Election on November 3, 2026.
District 26 Profile
- Geographical Coverage: Southern Palm Beach County, which includes:
- Inland Municipalities: Belle Glade, Golf, South Bay, Wellington
- Coastal Areas: Briny Breezes, Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Ocean Ridge, and part of Boca Raton.
This election marks a pivotal moment for the constituents of Senate District 26, as they prepare to elect a successor to term-limited Sen. Lori Berman, the current Senate Democratic Leader.
Understanding the financial dynamics and community influence on this race is crucial for those tracking the evolving political landscape in Florida. For more insights on this campaign and similar elections, explore related articles on Election Trends and Political Finance.