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Many District 42 residents are facing the harsh reality of being priced out of their homes due to a lack of affordable housing. Felipe firmly believes that housing is a fundamental human right and is dedicated to ensuring that the Sadowski Housing Trust Fund is used exclusively for affordable housing initiatives. He champions renters' rights and is a strong advocate for a statewide renters’ bill of rights, recognizing the urgent need to protect individuals and families in our community. Felipe is also committed to exploring innovative housing solutions such as co-living spaces, tiny homes, and repurposing vacant properties to create more sustainable living options. To address the burden of rising property insurance costs, he tirelessly pushes for reforms that will protect Floridians and maintain housing accessibility. Additionally, he prioritizes sustainable public transit by supporting dedicated funding, advanced accessibility technologies, and walkable communities, empowering residents to have a voice in shaping transit solutions that best meet their needs.

Felipe believes investing in arts and culture is essential for Central Florida's economic growth and community vibrancy. A thriving arts scene boosts tourism, showcases diversity, and generates significant tax revenue. Each dollar invested yields a nine-dollar return, emphasizing its economic impact. Having attended an arts magnet school, Felipe understands the power of arts education and is committed to ensuring all students access similar opportunities. He envisions a flourishing arts community with increased funding, tax incentives, and a revitalized film industry. By prioritizing arts and culture, we can honor our heritage, attract tourism, and enhance quality of life, creating a resilient economy for District 42 and beyond. Felipe’s commitment to the arts fosters a dynamic future for all.

Felipe's upbringing, influenced by his mother's limited education, drives his commitment to equitable learning access. Overcoming obstacles like cost and accessibility, he graduated Summa Cum Laude from Miami Dade College and St. Thomas University. These challenges fuel his dedication to public education as a means to break the cycle of poverty. Felipe advocates for fully funded public schools, competitive teacher salaries, and the elimination of standardized testing to encourage creative learning. He emphasizes mental health services and trauma-informed care, recognizing education's role in holistic growth. Passionate about academic freedom, he supports diverse curricula and opposes public school privatization, promoting responsible tax dollar use. Felipe aims to expand vocational programs and scholarships for first-generation students, hoping to empower individuals and attract high-paying industries to the community, fostering a prosperous environment for all.

Florida's economy depends on protecting its natural resources. Felipe aims to combat climate change with policies that secure the environment and ensure a prosperous future for Floridians. He acknowledges the impact of hurricanes on communities and advocates for infrastructure improvements to boost resilience. Collaborating with Central Florida non-profits, Felipe supports resilience centers for marginalized communities during storms and champions outdoor workers' rights, ensuring access to essential resources. His Thriving Together Agenda focuses on reducing fossil fuel reliance and promoting renewable energy, especially solar. Felipe plans to encourage solar adoption, oppose fracking, and advocate for land and water conservation. Inspired by New Mexico's policies, he supports green economy workforce development and job training in renewable energy to create a sustainable workforce for Florida's future.

Felipe is dedicated to community relations and advocacy, enhancing rights and opportunities for all. With experience in Orlando's Office of Multicultural Affairs, he supported communities after the Pulse tragedy and ensured resources reached those affected. He has served on boards for LGBTQ+ and immigrant rights organizations, earning national recognition for his advocacy. Felipe believes everyone deserves equal opportunities to succeed and live free from discrimination. He is a fearless advocate for marginalized groups, including women, immigrants, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people of color. Felipe will promote legislation against discrimination, enhance cultural competency, and fight xenophobic policies. Every day, he advocates for a community where everyone can thrive.

Felipe believes that healthcare is a fundamental right, and he finds Florida's current system—with its poor outcomes—unacceptable. He is dedicated to enhancing healthcare access and outcomes, particularly for marginalized communities. Throughout his career, he has worked alongside the Florida Department of Health to tackle HIV stigma, expand care programs, and improve healthcare access for women of color. By collaborating with nonprofits, he actively advocates for increased access to treatment and education. Felipe is committed to expanding Medicaid and securing funding for mental health services, addressing crises with empathy and compassion. He supports rehabilitation over incarceration and promotes alternative recovery methods. As a strong advocate for reproductive rights, he champions access to contraception and maternal care while striving to enhance programs for individuals with disabilities. With a focus on health equity, Felipe's goal is to ensure that every Floridian has access to the necessary care for a healthy life.

Felipe is committed to advancing reproductive justice in Florida, ensuring access to comprehensive and affordable reproductive healthcare for all. He fights for essential services like contraception and prenatal care, regardless of income or location. Opposing restrictive abortion laws, Felipe champions reproductive freedom and supports the removal of unnecessary waiting periods. He advocates for Medicaid coverage of reproductive health services and prioritizes programs to reduce maternal health risks, especially for Black women. Felipe promotes comprehensive sex education, workplace policies for reproductive health, and economic support for families. He defends reproductive rights, believing everyone deserves the right to informed choices and essential care.

Felipe identifies crime's root causes as systemic issues, like limited opportunities and healthcare access. He is committed to a justice system that serves everyone, aiming to tackle the school-to-prison pipeline through prevention programs and strong community support. By addressing these issues, he envisions well-invested communities that effectively reduce crime and aid victims. He advocates for reforming Florida's penal code, seeking to decriminalize HIV and cannabis, acknowledging that outdated laws disproportionately harm marginalized groups. His goal is to modernize these laws for a rehabilitation-focused system. He also supports restoring voting rights for those who have completed their sentences, advocating for the full implementation of Amendment Four from 2018. Felipe's vision for public safety emphasizes fairness, compassion, and equity, striving to empower all Floridians in a supportive community.

Felipe champions every worker's dignity and rights. He advocates for fair wages, safe conditions, and the right to organize. Committed to benefits like paid family leave and healthcare, he supports immigrant and gig economy workers' rights to fair pay and protections. Felipe focuses on outdoor workers, pushing for breaks, hydration, and restroom access, while addressing climate health risks. He opposes policies that compromise minor protections, advocating for stronger labor laws and safeguarding young workers from unsafe conditions. Felipe strives for a fair, safe, and just work environment for all, ensuring living wages and respect for every Floridian worker.

Felipe is dedicated to transparent governance in Florida, promoting public access to government operations. He seeks stronger laws for disclosing political donations, lobbying, and contracts, ensuring tax dollar tracking. Accountability is essential; he advocates anti-conflict legislation and independent oversight to combat power abuses. Felipe also supports campaign finance reform to limit big-money influence and enhance political spending transparency, empowering everyday Floridians. He aims to eliminate government corruption through oversight of contracts and strong whistleblower protections, fostering a government that upholds high ethical standards and serves the public interest, not special interests.