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Mark Leland Baker

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Position on major issues

Abortion and reproductive policy

Repeal Florida's extreme abortion ban that puts women's lives at risk Protect access to reproductive healthcare including contraception Support IVF access for families trying to start or grow their family Trust women and their doctors to make personal medical decisions

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Criminal justice and policing

Fund and support local law enforcement with proper training and resources Invest in mental health crisis response to reduce unnecessary use of force Strengthen community policing programs that build trust between officers and residents Address the root causes of crime through economic opportunity and education

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Oppose state preemption laws that strip cities and counties of local decision-making power Fight to restore local control over zoning, wages, and public safety policies Protect Citrus County's ability to govern itself without Tallahassee interference Stand up for the principle that government closest to the people governs best

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Economy, jobs and wages

Expand access to affordable housing for working families, seniors, and first-time homebuyers Oppose policies that drive up the cost of living without raising wages Support property insurance reform to bring relief to homeowners across Citrus County Fight for utility rate fairness so families can keep the lights on without going into debt

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Cut red tape and reduce the regulatory burden on small businesses Support a living wage so working families can afford to live in the communities they serve Attract good-paying jobs to Citrus County through targeted economic development Protect Social Security and Medicare for seniors who earned those benefits

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Affordability Florida families are being priced out of their own communities. Mark will fight to bring costs down across the board. Make housing reasonably priced again Cut insurance costs that are crushing Florida families Stop predatory utility fees and lower monthly bills Reduce transportation costs that eat into every paycheck

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Expand affordable access to preventative and rural care Property Tax Voodoo Florida's property tax system is rigged against working families. Mark will fight to bring transparency and fairness back to how homeowners are assessed and taxed. Pretends you can cut taxes without cutting services Florida families rely on Shifts burden onto renters, workers, and small businesses Creates chaos and uncertainty for local governments Sounds like relief but ends up costing Florida families more Education & Opportunity Strong schools build strong communities. Mark will champion fully funded public education, fair teacher pay, and workforce training that keeps good jobs in District 23. Florida's high graduation rate masks deep learning gaps Teacher shortages are becoming a full blown crisis Chronic underfunding is holding students back Unaccredited voucher schools drain public resources

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Education

Fully fund public schools and give teachers the pay and respect they deserve Oppose voucher programs that divert resources from public education Expand access to vocational training and workforce development programs Support early childhood education and pre-K programs for working families

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Expand affordable access to preventative and rural care Property Tax Voodoo Florida's property tax system is rigged against working families. Mark will fight to bring transparency and fairness back to how homeowners are assessed and taxed. Pretends you can cut taxes without cutting services Florida families rely on Shifts burden onto renters, workers, and small businesses Creates chaos and uncertainty for local governments Sounds like relief but ends up costing Florida families more Education & Opportunity Strong schools build strong communities. Mark will champion fully funded public education, fair teacher pay, and workforce training that keeps good jobs in District 23. Florida's high graduation rate masks deep learning gaps Teacher shortages are becoming a full blown crisis Chronic underfunding is holding students back Unaccredited voucher schools drain public resources

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Elections and voting

Oppose voter suppression laws that make it harder for working families to cast a ballot Protect early voting and vote-by-mail access for all Floridians Fight gerrymandering that dilutes the voice of District 23 voters Ensure election integrity through transparent, nonpartisan oversight

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Energy

Affordability Florida families are being priced out of their own communities. Mark will fight to bring costs down across the board. Make housing reasonably priced again Cut insurance costs that are crushing Florida families Stop predatory utility fees and lower monthly bills Reduce transportation costs that eat into every paycheck

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Environment and climate

Mark Baker unveiled his detailed platform on protecting Florida's natural springs and waterways, calling for stronger enforcement of environmental regulations and investment in clean water infrastructure across Citrus County.

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Protect the Crystal River and Kings Bay from pollution and overdevelopment Invest in clean water infrastructure across Citrus County Support responsible land use policies that preserve Florida's natural springs Hold polluters accountable and enforce environmental regulations

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Protect the springs, rivers, and coastline that define Citrus County Oppose industrial development that threatens our waterways and wildlife Invest in water quality monitoring and restoration programs Support sustainable tourism that preserves the Nature Coast for future generations

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Government reform

Expand affordable access to preventative and rural care Property Tax Voodoo Florida's property tax system is rigged against working families. Mark will fight to bring transparency and fairness back to how homeowners are assessed and taxed. Pretends you can cut taxes without cutting services Florida families rely on Shifts burden onto renters, workers, and small businesses Creates chaos and uncertainty for local governments Sounds like relief but ends up costing Florida families more Education & Opportunity Strong schools build strong communities. Mark will champion fully funded public education, fair teacher pay, and workforce training that keeps good jobs in District 23. Florida's high graduation rate masks deep learning gaps Teacher shortages are becoming a full blown crisis Chronic underfunding is holding students back Unaccredited voucher schools drain public resources

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Healthcare

Expand Medicaid to cover the hundreds of thousands of Floridians who fall in the coverage gap Protect coverage for pre-existing conditions Lower prescription drug costs for seniors and working families Support rural healthcare access for underserved communities in Citrus County

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Fund and support local law enforcement with proper training and resources Invest in mental health crisis response to reduce unnecessary use of force Strengthen community policing programs that build trust between officers and residents Address the root causes of crime through economic opportunity and education

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Affordable Healthcare Healthcare costs are squeezing Florida families. Mark will fight to expand access to affordable coverage and protect seniors who depend on Medicare and Medicaid. Stop medical costs from driving Florida families into bankruptcy Crack down on prescription price gouging Reduce administrative waste that inflates bills Expand affordable access to preventative and rural care

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Housing

Expand access to affordable housing for working families, seniors, and first-time homebuyers Oppose policies that drive up the cost of living without raising wages Support property insurance reform to bring relief to homeowners across Citrus County Fight for utility rate fairness so families can keep the lights on without going into debt

marklbaker.com ·

Oppose state preemption laws that strip cities and counties of local decision-making power Fight to restore local control over zoning, wages, and public safety policies Protect Citrus County's ability to govern itself without Tallahassee interference Stand up for the principle that government closest to the people governs best

marklbaker.com ·

Affordability Florida families are being priced out of their own communities. Mark will fight to bring costs down across the board. Make housing reasonably priced again Cut insurance costs that are crushing Florida families Stop predatory utility fees and lower monthly bills Reduce transportation costs that eat into every paycheck

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Infrastructure and transportation

Affordability Florida families are being priced out of their own communities. Mark will fight to bring costs down across the board. Make housing reasonably priced again Cut insurance costs that are crushing Florida families Stop predatory utility fees and lower monthly bills Reduce transportation costs that eat into every paycheck

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Social Security and retirement

Protect and expand services for seniors living on fixed incomes Ensure veterans have access to healthcare, mental health services, and housing assistance Fight against elder financial abuse and exploitation Support caregiver programs that allow seniors to age with dignity at home

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Cut red tape and reduce the regulatory burden on small businesses Support a living wage so working families can afford to live in the communities they serve Attract good-paying jobs to Citrus County through targeted economic development Protect Social Security and Medicare for seniors who earned those benefits

marklbaker.com ·

Affordable Healthcare Healthcare costs are squeezing Florida families. Mark will fight to expand access to affordable coverage and protect seniors who depend on Medicare and Medicaid. Stop medical costs from driving Florida families into bankruptcy Crack down on prescription price gouging Reduce administrative waste that inflates bills Expand affordable access to preventative and rural care

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Taxes and government spending

Expand affordable access to preventative and rural care Property Tax Voodoo Florida's property tax system is rigged against working families. Mark will fight to bring transparency and fairness back to how homeowners are assessed and taxed. Pretends you can cut taxes without cutting services Florida families rely on Shifts burden onto renters, workers, and small businesses Creates chaos and uncertainty for local governments Sounds like relief but ends up costing Florida families more Education & Opportunity Strong schools build strong communities. Mark will champion fully funded public education, fair teacher pay, and workforce training that keeps good jobs in District 23. Florida's high graduation rate masks deep learning gaps Teacher shortages are becoming a full blown crisis Chronic underfunding is holding students back Unaccredited voucher schools drain public resources

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Veterans

Protect and expand services for seniors living on fixed incomes Ensure veterans have access to healthcare, mental health services, and housing assistance Fight against elder financial abuse and exploitation Support caregiver programs that allow seniors to age with dignity at home

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