The Chairman’s Corner:

Good Day Members,

I am proud to report that as of Friday, September 26, 2025, Lake County has formalized its party affiliation! It was a great time! The new chairman is C.J. Blancett, who has worked tirelessly to organize her county. I believe that Lake County will help put the Constitution Party of Florida at the forefront of Florida politics.

We have other counties in the process of formalizing their local organizations. Since we now have a chairman who has successfully gone through the process, I am asking those of you who are already coordinators to contact her for advice on how to get the job done.

C.J. Blancett (Lake County) – lake@constitutionpartyfl.com

We are looking at developing several Special Committees to address various issues facing Floridians. One will focus on Homelessness, as I believe it is imperative that we take an active role in this important matter of human decency. Another will focus on Women’s and Family Issues, as there are pressing concerns in these areas that often do not receive the attention they deserve. I would like to extend the opportunity for all members to serve on one of these committees. Your input to the State Executive Committee will help us properly address these issues through thoughtful resolutions. If interested, please contact me at the above email.

October is normally a howling opportunity! As you let your children go around collecting all the sweets they can handle on Halloween, please keep safety first and foremost as they go door to door. I know you will, and I can only imagine the smiles you’ll share at their enthusiasm in gathering their sweet treasures.

What can you do to help?

If you have not already, visit your county Supervisor of Elections website and update your voter registration. In the field that asks for your party preference, enter CPF for Constitution Party of Florida, and save your changes.

If you are able to give, please consider making a donation. The leaders of this party are volunteers. But confronting corruption and advancing liberty requires financial support. You can contribute securely by visiting:

https://donorbox.org/for-a-restored-republic-1

If you are considering a run for public office, reach out to me directly. Our current focus is on local elections, where we believe we can make the greatest difference for our communities.

In Liberty and Freedom,
Mark Phillips, Chairman
Constitution Party of Florida
chairman@constitutionpartyfl.com

Chaplain’s Chatter

The Chaplain’s Chatter: 

The Protestant Reformation. This phrase is often unfamiliar or misunderstood by Americans,  even those who appeal to Christianity. In our day, there is a shift of conservative young men who  desire traditions with strong foundations; they are flocking to the likes of Roman Catholicism  and Eastern Orthodox because of their long-established traditions for over a millennium.  Protestantism, however, had the strongest influence on the founding of early America, shaping  American society, influencing its cultural, political, economic, and educational foundations.  Unfortunately, many Protestant churches do not consciously (or even subconsciously) connect to  their religious heritage of the 16^th and 17^th centuries in Western Europe. This  ignorance/indifference to church history has also played a role in the moral decline of many  Protestant denominations who espouse practices directly in violation with the Bible; another  reason why conservative young men are turning away from Protestant churches. It is long  overdue for American Protestants to reconnect to their Reformation roots. 

October is known as “Reformation Month” due to October 31, 1517, being “Reformation Day”,  the day that Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses on the doors of the church in Wittenburg,  Germany. The colonists who settled in America, particularly the Pilgrims and Puritans, were  themselves products of the Reformation, carrying its ideals of individual conscience, biblical  literacy, and a rejection of centralized authority across the Atlantic. Forget Halloween on October  31^st; it’s time to celebrate Reformation Day! 

The Reformation directly influenced the development of religious freedom in America, a central  tenet later enshrined in the First Amendment. Martin Luther’s emphasis on the individual’s right  to interpret scripture without the mediation of clergy helped cultivate a culture of personal  conviction. This emphasis on “freedom of conscience” set the stage for modern religious liberty.  The Reformation spawned numerous Protestant denominations, such as the Puritans, who came  to America seeking refuge from persecution in Europe. Their desire to worship freely was a  major driving force for early colonization and contributed to the colonies’ religious diversity. The  conflicts between these competing denominations highlighted the need for distinct spheres of  religious and political influence. This idea was advanced by thinkers like Roger Williams, who  founded Rhode Island as a haven for religious refugees, and later influenced Enlightenment  thinkers like Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. 

Reformation ideals fostered a sense of self-governance and accountability that laid the  groundwork for American democratic traditions. By challenging the absolute authority of the  Roman Catholic Church, the reformers encouraged people to question all forms of centralized  power, including monarchies. The Protestant notion that rulers are accountable to both God and  their subjects helped undermine the “divine right of kings” and promoted civic responsibility.  The Puritans in New England sought to build “covenantal communities” based on a shared  biblical understanding. This practice of self-governance, formalized in documents like the  Mayflower Compact, became a hallmark of the early American political identity. The emphasis 

on an individual’s personal relationship with God, known as the “priesthood of all believers,”  empowered people and fostered a stronger sense of personal agency and independence. 

The Protestant Reformation introduced a new theological attitude toward work that has been  cited as a foundational influence on American capitalism. German sociologist Max Weber’s  influential thesis argued that the Protestant (specifically Calvinist) ethic helped to spur the rise of  capitalism. This view held that hard work, thrift, and reinvesting wealth were not just for  material gain but also a spiritual duty. The concept of a “vocation” or “calling” from God was  expanded to include secular work, imbuing ordinary labor with spiritual significance. This ethic  became deeply ingrained in the culture of the colonies, promoting diligence and productivity. 

The Reformation’s emphasis on reading the Bible directly spurred a push for universal literacy  and the establishment of educational institutions in the colonies. Reformers like Martin Luther  and John Knox insisted that all people should be able to read and interpret the Bible for  themselves, which necessitated widespread literacy. The Puritans’ strong commitment to an  educated clergy and an informed citizenry led them to establish many of the nation’s earliest  universities, including Harvard and Yale. Protestant reformers quickly embraced the printing  press to mass-produce Bibles and theological works in vernacular languages, making them  accessible to a wider population. This was crucial for spreading reform ideas and raising overall  literacy rates. 

The First Great Awakening, an 18th-century religious revival, built upon Reformation principles  and further cemented their legacy in America. The Awakening intensified the Protestant focus on  individual piety and personal salvation, fostering an emotional and personal connection with  God. It led to splits within existing churches and the growth of new Protestant denominations  like the Baptists and Methodists, which would become highly influential in American society.  The movement’s challenge to traditional religious authority extended to the political sphere,  planting seeds of self-governance and individual rights that are said to have influenced the  American Revolution. 

Among everything that was covered, the Bible alone remained to be the standard for the  principles and values adopted in our nation’s founding. That will be for another article!

Peter Reins, Chaplain
Constitution Party of Florida
chaplain@constitutionpartyfl.com

Secretarial Scribblings:

The Constitution Party of Florida has decided to find another solution for email newsletter distribution.

The reality is that, at this juncture, we can’t afford to continue paying for fancy web-based software like Constant Contact, Mailchimp, and similar services. So, for now—and until I develop a new system—newsletters will be posted exclusively on our website.

As we work to build a stronger, self-sustaining organization, your support is vital. Every contribution helps us continue promoting integrity, liberty, and prosperity in governance, and ensures we can keep improving how we reach and serve our members.

Other than that, I don’t have any additional updates at this time. As always, our focus remains on developing and establishing our county-affiliated parties. If your county is not yet organized and you’d like to lead the charge in your area, please reach out to the State Chairman, and we can help you get started.

To connect with your local coordinator or county chairman, visit our website and use the drop-down menu to select your county:
🔗 https://constitutionpartyfl.com/counties/

Thank you for your continued support!

For Liberty,
CJ Hacker, Secretary
Constitution Party of Florida
secretary@constitutionpartyfl.com

Contribute today

As individuals who value integrity, liberty, and prosperity in governance, we invite you to take a stand for principles over politics by supporting the Constitution Party of Florida. Every donation, no matter the amount, enables us to advocate for a future guided by unwavering principles. Take action now by visiting our Donor Box link and make a meaningful impact today. Thank you for standing with us!

“Where liberty dwells, there is my country.” – Benjamin Franklin

The Chairman’s Corner:

Constitution Day
The Constitution is a document that most Americans ignore, but we cannot. It is our duty to educate others about what the Constitution stands for, as well as what it stands against. I have provided several quotes from our Founding Fathers that are pertinent to our times.

Thomas Jefferson

“When all government …in little as in great things…shall be drawn to Washington as the CENTER of ALL POWER; it will render POWERLESS the CHECKS provided of ONE government on another, and will become as venal and oppressive as the government from which we separated.”

Venal (definition): “Can readily be bribed or corrupted” (Webster’s).

Does what Thomas Jefferson said resonate today? Lobbyists are central in getting legislation written for their clients’ interests, not yours. They will not admit it, but you can be certain that something of value is exchanged for a Representative’s or Senator’s influence to get a bill passed.

George Washington

“The POWER under the Constitution WILL ALWAYS be in THE PEOPLE. It is entrusted for CERTAIN DEFINED PURPOSES, and for a certain LIMITED PERIOD to Representatives of their own choosing; and whenever it is executed CONTRARY TO THEIR INTEREST (OURS), or NOT AGREEABLE TO THEIR (OUR) WISHES, their SERVANTS can and undoubtably will be RECALLED.”

In Congress, they claim to represent our interests and wishes because we elected them. On the contrary, once they get to Washington their purpose becomes advancing their Party’s agenda. Over time, these politicians have twisted Washington’s vision, turning from our servants into our masters. Their language and their actions prove it.

James Madison

“If Congress can apply money INDEFINITELY to the GENERAL WELFARE, and are the SOLE AND SUPREME JUDGES of the general welfare, they may take the care of RELIGION into their own hands; they may establish TEACHERS IN EVERY STATE, COUNTY AND PARISH, and pay them out of the public treasury; they may take into their own hands the EDUCATION OF CHILDREN, establishing in like manner SCHOOLS throughout the Union; they may undertake regulation of roads other than Post roads. In short, EVERYTHING, from the highest object of STATE LEGISLATION down to the minute object of POLICE, would be thrown under the POWER OF CONGRESS; for every object I have mentioned would admit the application of money, and might be called, if Congress pleased, PROVISIONS FOR GENERAL WELFARE.”

In Madison’s day, there was an issue of the government paying fishermen to fish. Today, the federal government pays farmers not to raise certain crops. This strips away a farmer’s sovereignty to decide what crop will best provide for their family. Shades of communism! Is that not what such a system does, control everything?

The power of Congress has become corrupt. On religion, they have supported removing prayer from schools or forbidding any expression of faith in public buildings. Yet the First Amendment does not forbid the public expression of faith anywhere. The DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, which President Trump has sought to eliminate, has become the catalyst for indoctrinating children with alternative lifestyles and curricula. The states, with direct input from parents, should direct education, not the federal government.

Here in Florida, we see corruption not only at the county and city levels, but at the state level as well. Recently, Governor DeSantis vetoed a bill that would have ended the “Free Kill Law” which protects physicians and the insurance industry from malpractice lawsuits. He also vetoed a bill that would have provided a mere $150,000 for the operation of the Santa Rosa Veterans Treatment Court. In the world of appropriations, this is miniscule. As Chairman of the Constitution Party of Florida, I wrote a letter condemning his action and calling him a traitor to all Florida veterans (of which I am one).

The Constitution Party of Florida is working to educate citizens and run candidates primarily for county offices, where real power lies. Any member who desires to serve in office must have a high level of personal integrity, something sorely lacking in Florida politics today. It falls on us to plant and practice this vital characteristic, showing the people something they have not seen in a long time.

As Constitution Day approaches, if you do not already have a pocket Constitution, your congressional representative may provide them free of charge, or you can download one online. Wherever you go, declare what you stand for. And if you run and win, never forget: YOU ALWAYS DO THE WILL OF YOUR CONSTITUENTS.

In Liberty and Freedom,
Mark Phillips, Chairman
Constitution Party of Florida
chairman@constitutionpartyfl.com

Contribute today

As individuals who value integrity, liberty, and prosperity in governance, we invite you to take a stand for principles over politics by supporting the Constitution Party of Florida. Every donation, no matter the amount, enables us to advocate for a future guided by unwavering principles. Take action now by visiting our Donor Box link and make a meaningful impact today. Thank you for standing with us!

“Where liberty dwells, there is my country.” – Benjamin Franklin

The Chairman’s Corner:

“Secure Life, Secure Liberty and Promote INTEGRITY”

If you noticed in our motto above, the word Integrity is capitalized. That is intentional. In the Constitution Party of Florida, we stress to every candidate that integrity is not just a suggestion. It is a foundational requirement. It must be evident not only during the campaign but throughout their time in public service. Unfortunately, this quality is often missing from the dominant political parties. The problem is not limited to Tallahassee. It extends down to county commissions and city councils across the state.

Too often, legislation passed by the state legislature is followed by reports of undisclosed arrangements or questionable deals used to gain approval from the governor. Investigations have shown that these agreements sometimes benefit lawmakers or their close associates, leaving everyday Floridians without fair representation.

The Constitution Party of Florida makes a simple and firm promise. We will not support legislation from any political party unless it serves the people of Florida as a whole. We will also oppose the misuse of public funds to benefit political allies or suppress fair competition. No business, regardless of size or background, should be excluded from opportunity through favoritism or government interference. We stand for equal treatment under the law and a level playing field in the free market.

Many voters have been led to believe that a minor party cannot win or make meaningful progress. That belief is based on a false narrative. The Republican and Democrat parties both began as minor movements. Today, they use fear and control to limit competition and preserve their hold on power. In Florida, we have seen how elected officials continue to ignore the concerns of citizens while pushing forward their own political agendas.

When was the last time either major party truly listened to you or supported a practical solution that put the people first?

I personally wrote to Governor DeSantis to express concern over his veto of legislation that would have repealed Florida’s so-called “Free Kill Law.” This law limits compensation in medical malpractice cases and denies justice to many Floridians, especially the most vulnerable. I also raised questions about the decision to block funding for the Santa Rosa Veterans Treatment Court. The requested amount, $150,000, was a modest investment compared to the overall state budget. Other similar courts receive support, so why not this one? Our veterans have sacrificed to uphold the Constitution. They deserve better than to be overlooked by their own government.

The Constitution Party of Florida stands with everyday people. We are deeply concerned about retirees on fixed incomes who struggle with rent, and we recognize that homelessness affects seniors as well as younger Floridians. We see how local and state governments continue to approve developments that destroy natural land in the pursuit of profit, with little regard for long-term consequences.

These issues require more than promises. They require leadership that is committed to constitutional values and moral responsibility.

So what can you do to help?

If you have not already, visit your county Supervisor of Elections website and update your voter registration. In the field that asks for your party preference, enter CPF for Constitution Party of Florida, and save your changes.

If you are able to give, please consider making a donation. The leaders of this party are volunteers. But confronting corruption and advancing liberty requires financial support. You can contribute securely by visiting:

https://donorbox.org/for-a-restored-republic-1

If you are considering a run for public office, reach out to me directly. Our current focus is on local elections, where we believe we can make the greatest difference for our communities.

In Liberty and Freedom,
Mark Phillips, Chairman
Constitution Party of Florida
chairman@constitutionpartyfl.com

Chaplain’s Chatter

Proverbs 26:27 “Whoever digs a pit will fall into it, and a stone will come back on him who starts it rolling.”

Jeffrey Epstein, Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, James Comey, Bill Clinton, Jill Biden, etc… the American people cry for justice to be served. Victimization, betrayal, fraud, sexual immorality: why do human beings care so much when “wrong” is committed in the world? Why is it that when a crocodile eats a man we call it instinct and natural, whereas when a man murders another man we call it evil and immoral? The given contrast may sound obvious, but given that generations of Americans have been indoctrinated to believe that everything just evolved from stardust, morality is subjective and relative, right? Wrong! Having been created in the image of God (Gen. 1:27) and endowed with a conscience, humans are distinct and above the rest of creation on earth. Therefore, morality is objective and absolute because truth is objective and absolute. All truth is God’s truth.

Ever notice how “bad” news gets more public attention and emotional reaction than “good” news? Or if something “bad” somehow doesn’t get the news coverage one might expect, someone then asks, “Where’s the outrage!?” It is because everything that is “bad” is contrary to our original design and the whole of creation groans in pain (Rom. 8:22). Before sin entered the world, everything God created in the beginning was “very good” (Gen. 1:31) while innocence, holiness and uprightness embodied our first parents (Gen. 2:25; Ecc. 7:29). Even though we live in a fallen world, God sent His Son into the world (Jesus of Nazareth) to live a life of true holiness and perfection, in order that His death on the cross would be efficacious to all who repent of their sins and put their whole trust in Christ as their Lord and Savior. The first Adam failed, the second Adam (Jesus Christ) prevailed!

Unless he repented of his sins and placed his faith in Christ alone, Jefferey Epstein is currently experiencing the eternal “weeping and gnashing of teeth” that Jesus mentions for all who die in their sins (Matt. 8:12; 13:42; 13:50). What about the rest of those for whom Americans cry for justice to be served? Pray for their salvation but also for the justice system to properly carry out its duties in a righteous manner. We must know that whatever happens in the end, God does what is right. On a personal level, however, let not the evils committed by prominent figures make you blind to your daily need of repentance (cf. Lk. 13:3; 1 Jn. 1:9; Rev. 2:5).

Peter Reins, Chaplain
Constitution Party of Florida
chaplain@constitutionpartyfl.com

Secretarial Scribblings:

The National Executive Committee unveiled our new logo/colors on July 4th. The newsletter’s theme has been updated to reflect the recent changes. In addition to the logo change National also launched their new website. You can view that here. https://constitutionparty.com/

Other than that I don’t have anything to update you on. As always our focus is developing and establishing our county affiliated parties. If your county is not listed below and you want to lead the charge in your area, please reach out to the State Chairman and we can help you get started. Here are the contacts for the various county coordinators or chairmen. Please connect with them if you would like to get involved:

• Charlotte County – Mark P. – charlotte@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Citrus County – Mike D. – citrus@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Columbia County – Keith B. – colombia@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Hernando County – Chris A. – hernando@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Hillsborough County – Raymond L. – hillsborough@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Jackson County – Brandon M. – jackson@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Lake County – C.J. B. – lake@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Lee County – Mark J. – lee@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Marion County – Don A. – marion@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Okeechobee – Jon F. – okeechobee@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Pasco County – CJ H.- pasco@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Polk County – Brian T. – polk@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Suwannee County – Steve F. – suwannee@constitutionpartyfl.com

You can always find who to contact on our website at https://constitutionpartyfl.com/counties/

Thank you for your continued support!

For Liberty,
CJ Hacker, Secretary
Constitution Party of Florida
secretary@constitutionpartyfl.com

Contribute today

As individuals who value integrity, liberty, and prosperity in governance, we invite you to take a stand for principles over politics by supporting the Constitution Party of Florida. Every donation, no matter the amount, enables us to advocate for a future guided by unwavering principles. Take action now by visiting our Donor Box link and make a meaningful impact today. Thank you for standing with us!

“Where liberty dwells, there is my country.” – Benjamin Franklin

The Chairman’s Corner:

Greetings to all members!

This year marks the 249th birthday of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Independence… often a fantasy of those who are oppressed through tyranny. We were. We got tired of it. We fought the military superpower of that era, the British, and won! Independence has such a pleasant ring to it, but often, it comes with a price.

This event put us on a path of establishing greatness in the world. This was not solely focused militarily, but economically through capitalism. We established a representative government the world at that time had never seen before. Everyone else lived under a monarch or a dictator. The world did not give us much of a chance to survive. Our style of government became known as The Great American Experiment.

Well, it apparently worked, but we paid that price in blood to safeguard our way of life. We fought in a lot of wars, often to eradicate humanity of evil forces. We were on vigilant alert during the Cold War to prevent the spread of communism. But the loss of life was insurmountable. Let us not consider our loss as if it were in vain. Europe was not absorbed under Nazism, and the Japanese empire was stopped cold. Terrorism is the new threat that warrants continued vigilance to protect our citizens.

When you celebrate the Fourth of July with cookouts and fireworks, please remember that our forefathers placed their faith in God and their goal of freedom so they could give it to us as a lasting gift of freedom.

In Liberty,
Mark Phillips, Chairman
Constitution Party of Florida
chairman@constitutionpartyfl.com

The Chaplain’s Chatter:

“But seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.” – Jeremiah 29:7

Should Christians be involved in politics? Without getting into a specific view of the end times, the answer is a resounding “Yes!” At a minimum, Christians are to pray for their leaders and nation so “that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way” (1 Tim. 2:1-3). In our noted scripture of Jeremiah 29:7, God sent a message through the prophet Jeremiah to the “surviving elders of the exiles, and to the priests, the prophets, and all the people, whom Nebuchadnezzar had taken into exile from Jerusalem to Babylon” (Jer. 29:1). God commanded His people to hope and work for Babylon’s success, “for in its welfare you will find your welfare.” Considering the USA, have you prayed and worked for our country’s success? What is success, exactly? Politically speaking, it is leadership, legislation and policy that honors God and His Word.

Current American politics have been all over the place and the noise doesn’t seem to end. It is tempting to get involved to some extent, whether it be through social media influence, lobbying out in the public square, or even running for office. The problem, however, is not getting involved, but getting buried in it. The Bible reminds us, “Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth” (Col. 3:2). When we keep Christ at the center of our thinking, we can think more clearly and properly about political issues at hand, thereby prayerfully knowing how one should get involved.

The Hebrew word for “welfare” in Jeremiah 29:7 is “shalom”, which refers to all aspects of peace and provision. In their personal lives, Christians find their true peace and provision in the person and work of Jesus Christ alone. Before engaging in politics, do you pray to be salt and light (Matt. 5:13-14) to those whom you interact with? In your conversations, is it your aim to simply “be right” or are you seeking the “welfare” of your fellow citizens? Do you honor Jesus Christ in your heart as holy before giving a defense for your position (cf. 1 Pet. 3:15)?

Christians seek the welfare of America, though one question remains: Whose kingdom are YOU trying to build?

Peter Reins, Chaplain
Constitution Party of Florida
chaplain@constitutionpartyfl.com

Secretarial Scribblings

It has been a couple of months since our last outreach. I will cover recent happenings in brief.

First, we held our 2025 State Convention in February and it was a success. The convention participants adopted a revised Party Constitution and bylaws. The new document was recommended by the rules committee and cleans up a lot of ambiguous language, adds processes for actions required by State Statute, and defines the convention membership for future meetings. The adopted bylaws are available on the Party website here (BYLAWS).

Next, our website in general has been updated with basic information such as our platform, mission statement, key issues, and more. A page has been built out to make it easy for interested folks to find the CPF in their county. You can find that here (COUNTIES). Selecting an organized county and clicking “get involved” will open an email to our contact or county chair in that area. If we do not have someone, that email will be directed to the State Chairman.

Since I am talking about emails, I just want to mention that if you are interested in carrying the torch for your county, we do have resources for you. County email, county website, and access to the online database to help you with member outreach in your area. These tools have been developed by me exclusively for Party use.

Last, there is a new post on our Party website. It is an open letter from our Chairman to Governor DeSantis. If you would like to check that out, you can read it here (POST).

That is it for the recap. The usual list of county contacts is below. Please reach out to us. We would love to hear from you.

Our focus is developing and establishing our county affiliated parties. If your county is not listed below and you want to lead the charge in your area, please reach out to the State Chairman and we can help you get started. Here are the contacts for the various county coordinators or chairmen. Please connect with them if you would like to get involved:

• Charlotte County – Mark P. – charlotte@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Citrus County – Mike D. – citrus@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Columbia County – Keith B. – colombia@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Hernando County – Chris A. – hernando@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Hillsborough County – Raymond L. – hillsborough@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Jackson County – Brandon M. – jackson@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Lake County – C.J. B. – lake@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Lee County – Mark J. – lee@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Marion County – Don A. – marion@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Okeechobee – Jon F. – okeechobee@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Pasco County – CJ H.- pasco@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Polk County – Brian T. – polk@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Suwannee County – Steve F. – suwannee@constitutionpartyfl.com

Thank you for your continued support!

For Liberty,
CJ Hacker, Secretary
Constitution Party of Florida
secretary@constitutionpartyfl.com

Did you know?

While we celebrate Independence Day on July 4th, the real vote for independence took place on July 2nd, 1776, when the Continental Congress officially declared the thirteen colonies free from British rule. John Adams even predicted July 2nd would be remembered as the great anniversary day and marked with parades, games, and fireworks. The reason we celebrate on July 4th instead is because that is the date the final wording of the Declaration of Independence was approved and the document was sent to the printer. Most delegates did not sign it until August. Still, the true decision to separate from Britain was made on July 2nd. It is a small but important detail that reminds us how history is often shaped as much by paperwork and timing as by the bold decisions that change the world.

Contribute Today

As individuals who value integrity, liberty, and prosperity in governance, we invite you to take a stand for principles over politics by supporting the Constitution Party of Florida. Every donation, no matter the amount, enables us to advocate for a future guided by unwavering principles. Take action now by visiting our Donor Box link and make a meaningful impact today. Thank you for standing with us!

“Where liberty dwells, there is my country.” – Benjamin Franklin

2025 State Convention

Join us for the Constitution Party of Florida’s State Convention, where like-minded patriots will gather to strategize, network, and advance the cause of constitutional governance in Florida. If you can’t make it to the meeting you can find the Chairman’s Address in the Chairman’s Corner section of this News Letter

Time and Date

Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 10:15 AM Eastern
Venue: Zoom Meeting

Connection Info

Link: Zoom Link
Dial In: 305-224-1968
Meeting ID: 975 5775 3218
Passcode: 616268

Important Note: Our Zoom meeting is limited to 100 participants. If you are unable to join, that’s actually a great sign of strong interest! A recording will be made available—be sure to sign up for our mailing list to be notified when it’s ready: Sign up here

Come be a part of the movement to restore liberty and uphold the Constitution!

Agenda

• Opening Benediction and Pledge of Allegiance
• Opening Statement by the State Chairman
• State of the Party Message
• Introduction of New Officers and Chairmen
• Adoption of Constitution and Bylaw Amendments
• Projects For 2025:
  • 10% membership increase for 2025
  • Social Media Development/Implementation
  • Website Construction
• Creation of Special Committees:
  • Women’s Issues in Florida
  • Homelessness in Florida and Our Response
• Future Projects:
  • Participate in the March for Life
  • Acquire exposure for the party through talk radio
• Open Forum
• Closing Prayer

The Chairman’s Corner: State of the Party 2025

Good day to everyone! I thank you for taking the time to come to the 2025 Constitution Party of Florida Convention of 2025. We on the State Executive Committee are excited about the direction the party is taking and the goals we have set to achieve.

During 2024, we started to see county development under former Chairman Mary-Lee Scott. Mary-Lee resigned in September 2024 and had to move back to Ohio due to he husband’s prevailing health. I, as Vice-Chairman, assumed the duties of the State Chairman per our Bylaws.

Since September 2024, we have learned that the membership of our party is approximately 20,000 members. We are proud to hear about this number, but, are concerned that 17,000 failed to give their email addresses. This causes difficulty in getting information out to them. Were we to have to do a direct mailing that would cost us $12,410. Needless to say, this is way out of our budget to implement.

We are actively working at organizing our counties into County parties. Currently, we have Coordinators/Chairmen in 12 counties and are adding more. Eventually, we hope to have all 67 counties organized. The purpose of this is to give the party positive exposure within the county and recruit and develop potential candidates for county political positions. There is a definite need for us to be placed on school boards, county commissioner’s boards, sheriffs, city aldermen and mayor positions. We can bring the needed integrity and common sense so sorely needed at this level.

Our goal is to become a formidable political force here in Florida. We need your help to achieve this. We need you to talk to your family members, friends and neighbors about joining the Party. Growing an organization not only takes people it takes funds. Since we don’t charge dues, we are asking you to consider making a donation to the party. We do have some standing bills we pay monthly but, the majority of any money will go towards funding the various projects I have stated. We do not pay any salaries. Should you wish to donate, use this link: Contribute to CPF

In Liberty,
Mark Phillips, Chairman
Constitution Party of Florida
chairman@constitutionpartyfl.com

From the Secretary

As we move into the new year our focus is developing and establishing our county affiliated parties. If your county is not listed below and you want to lead the charge in your area, please reach out to the State Chairman, and we can help you get started. Here are the contacts for the various county coordinators or chairmen. Please connect with them if you’d like to get involved:

• Charlotte County – Mark – charlotte@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Citrus County – Mike – citrus@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Clay county – Lewis – clay@constitutionpartyfl.comutionpartyfl.com
• Columbia County – Keith – colombia@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Duval County – Lewis – duval@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Indian River County – Jeff – indianriver@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Jackson County – Brandon – jackson@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Lee County – Mark – lee@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Marion County – Don – marion@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Pasco County – CJ – pasco@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Polk County – Brian – polk@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Suwannee County – Steve – suwannee@constitutionpartyfl.com

Thank you for your continued support!

For Liberty,
CJ Hacker, Secretary
Constitution Party of Florida
secretary@constitutionpartyfl.com

Contribute Today

As individuals who value integrity, liberty, and prosperity in governance, we invite you to take a stand for principles over politics by supporting the Constitution Party of Florida. Every donation, no matter the amount, enables us to advocate for a future guided by unwavering principles. Take action now by visiting our Donor Box link and make a meaningful impact today. Thank you for standing with us!

The Chairman’s Corner:

As we enter a new year, we are focusing on establishing county parties with the emphasis of developing and training those who desire to run for county offices. Our principles come from the same bedrock foundation laid out by our Founding Fathers in the U,S, Constitution. Unfortunately, there are groups working to dilute these principles and submerge us into full blown socialism/communism. We in the Constitution Party must stand the line for that sacred document, the United States Constitution.

On February 15, 2025 we will be holding our State Convention. It will be conducted by way of Zoom. Login information will be sent out prior to the Convention.

Have a safe and prosperous New Year!

Please consider giving at:
Contribute to CPF

In Liberty,

Mark Phillips, Chairman
Constitution Party of Florida
chairman@constitutionpartyfl.com

From The Secretary:

As we move into the new year are focus is developing and establishing our county affiliated parties. If your county is not listed below and you want to lead the charge in your area, please reach out to the State Chairman, and we can help you get started. Here are the contacts for the various county coordinators or chairmen. Please connect with them if you’d like to get involved:

• Charlotte County – Mark – charlotte@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Citrus County – Mike – cirtus@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Clay county – Lewis – clay@constitutionpartyfl.comutionpartyfl.com
• Columbia County- Keith – colombia@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Duval County- Lewis – duval@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Indian River County- Jeff – indianriver@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Jackson County – Brandon – jackson@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Lee County – Mark – lee@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Pasco County- CJ – pasco@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Polk County – Brian – polk@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Suwannee County- Steve – suwannee@constitutionpartyfl.com

Thank you for your continued support

For Liberty,

CJ Hacker, Secretary
Constitution Party of Florida
secretary@constitutionpartyfl.com

Contribute Today

As individuals who value integrity, liberty, and prosperity in governance, we invite you to take a stand for principles over politics by supporting the Constitution Party of Florida. Every donation, no matter the amount, enables us to advocate for a future guided by unwavering principles. Take action now by visiting our Donor Box link and make a meaningful impact today. Thank you for standing with us!

The Chairman’s Corner:

Greetings to all!

Well, it’s that time of year. Putting up the Christmas tree, planning Christmas dinner, secretly wrapping and hiding the kid’s presents, and enjoying a hot cup of cocoa if it gets cold enough.

While this a time of festivities and wishing all we come into contact with a “Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!”, let’s not forget those whose Christmas will once again be lonely and forgotten about. I speak for our service men and women serving our country, far away from their loved ones during this time of the year. At one time, I was one of these serving in a faraway land, missing out on the joys of Christmas with my family. But even closer to home, let’s not forget about the homeless. They have no real joy because Christmas is just another day. Often, they look for food. If someone provided a meal in a box or a bag, I’m sure it would be greatly appreciated. It could be a turkey or ham sandwich, chips, a piece of cake a bottle of water, and anything else one could think of.

The work of the Constitution Party of Florida goes on. We are actively creating new county parties and will be giving training to our candidates on running for election. We want to make a difference at the local level that transcends into the state and federal level. We are looking for members who will step up and assume a leadership role in their county.

As any other organization, we rely on donations to operate. None of the funds are used for salaries. We are a volunteer organization, giving up our time and talents to help out the communities we live in.

Please consider giving to help at:
Contribute to CPF

In Liberty,

Mark Phillips
CPFL Chairman
chairman@constitutionpartyfl.com

 From The Secretary:

Merry Christmas to you and yours.

This year has been a whirlwind for the party. The Executive Committee is comprised of all new faces, with the exception of our chaplain, whose knowledge and experience we are grateful to still have at our disposal. We owe a great deal of thanks to our previous chairwoman, Mary-Lee, for laying a strong foundation for the current committee and to our current chairman, Mark, for continuing to lead us forward.

In early spring, we held a Presidential Nominating Convention, during which our state nominated Randall Terry and Pastor Steven Borden as our candidates for President and Vice President, respectively. A few weeks later, they were officially confirmed as our candidates at the national convention. Additionally, we successfully assembled a slate of 30 electors for the Electoral College and secured our presidential candidates’ placement on the ballot.

This year, we launched a new website with a new domain. Although it is still under construction, you can visit our site here. Be sure to bookmark it! We also established a convenient way for you to contribute to the CPF using Donorbox. You can make a contribution at this link.

Thanks to a small group of recurring contributors, the party has just enough funds to cover our web hosting and this newsletter. However, we aspire to do more. We have several initiatives we would love to pursue, such as hosting events, attending trade shows, participating in county and state fairs, and supporting candidates running for local office under the CPF banner. These efforts, of course, require additional funding.

This Christmas season, if you would consider making a one-time contribution of any amount, it would mean a great deal to us. Your support can help us expand our outreach and achieve our goals. Contribute to the CPF here.

Last but certainly not least, we want to recognize several individuals who have stepped up to lead the way in their respective counties. Citrus County is the first to be fully organized and recognized as a County Executive Committee. If your county is not listed below and you want to lead the charge in your area, please reach out to the State Chairman, and we can help you get started. Here are the contacts for the various county coordinators and chairmen. Please connect with them if you’d like to get involved:

• Charlotte County – Mark – charlotte@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Citrus County – Mike – citrus@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Columbia County – Keith – colombia@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Indian River County – Jeff – indianriver@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Jackson County – Brandon – jackson@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Pasco County – Charles – pasco@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Polk County – Brian – polk@constitutionpartyfl.com
• Suwannee County – Steve – suwannee@constitutionpartyfl.com

Thank you for your continued support, and may you and your loved ones have a blessed and joyous Christmas season!

For Liberty,

CJ Hacker
CPF Secretary
secretary@constitutionpartyfl.com

Chaplain’s Memo

Calling Evil Good & Good Evil

Isa. 5:20 Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!

Today throughout the nation we now have officials calling evil good and pushing all kinds of evil agendas, gun control, abortion, open borders, judges letting criminals go free as good, unconstitutional laws being called good, now free speech is evil, parental control of children is evil, tranny story hour with perverts teaching children calling this good and so much more.

We must stand for righteousness and resist evil. God’s Word says: Deut. 27:25 Cursed be he that taketh reward to slay an innocent person. And all the people shall say, Amen.

Pro. 6:17 hands that shed innocent blood are an abomination to God and those who do such things including the nation will come under God’s judgment as we are now experiencing.

II Cor. 6:17, 18 Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you, The call of the hour is REPENT and turn from your sins, read I John 1:9

Pastor Richard C Wilmot BRR
CPF Chaplain
chaplain@constitutionpartyfl.com