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Candidate Profile: Tony D'Arrigo for Florida's 13th Congressional District
This article profiles independent congressional candidate Tony D'Arrigo, who is running for Florida's 13th District in the August 18, 2026, primary. D'Arrigo outlines his platform, which focuses on healthcare reform, campaign finance transparency, and his background as a small business owner.
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Residents of Florida's 13th Congressional District are evaluating candidates for the August 18, 2026, primary election, which will determine who appears on the ballot for the seat representing their interests in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Key Facts
- Tony D'Arrigo is running as an independent candidate for Florida's 13th Congressional District.
- The primary election is scheduled for August 18, 2026.
- D'Arrigo states he does not accept party money or corporate influence.
- D'Arrigo supports expanding healthcare coverage and de-privatizing hospitals.
- D'Arrigo supports protecting the Affordable Care Act (ACA) while pursuing cost reform.
- D'Arrigo cites personal medical history including a 2012 coma, 2022 cancer diagnosis, and 2023 injury as motivation for his healthcare policy focus.
- Tampa Bay 28 invited over 200 candidates to submit biographies and responses to three specific questions.
Who's Mentioned
locationFlorida's 13th Congressional District“The electoral district for which the candidate is running.”other200“Number of candidates invited to participate in the questionnaire.”personTony D'Arrigo“Independent candidate for Florida's 13th Congressional District.”organizationTampa Bay 28“The media organization that conducted the candidate questionnaire.”other100“Word count limit for candidate biographies.”