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词条 2018 United States Senate election in Florida
释义

  1. Background

  2. Republican primary

     Candidates  Nominee  Eliminated in primary  Withdrew  Declined  Polling  Results 

  3. Democratic primary

     Candidates  Nominee  Declined  Withdrew 

  4. Libertarian Party

     Candidates  Withdrew  Declined 

  5. American Independent Party

     Candidates  Withdrew 

  6. Independents and write-ins

     Candidates  Declared  Withdrew 

  7. General election

     Debates   Endorsements   Predictions   Fundraising   Polling  Results  Voter demographics  Controversies  November 7–14  November 15 and onward 

  8. See also

  9. References

  10. External links

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| election_name = 2018 United States Senate election in Florida
| country = Florida
| type = presidential
| ongoing = no
| previous_election = 2012 United States Senate election in Florida
| previous_year = 2012
| next_election = 2024 United States Senate election in Florida
| next_year = 2024
| election_date = November 6, 2018
| image1 =
| nominee1 = Rick Scott
| party1 = Republican Party (United States)
| popular_vote1 = 4,099,505
| percentage1 = 50.05%
| image2 =
| nominee2 = Bill Nelson
| party2 = Democratic Party (United States)
| popular_vote2 = 4,089,472
| percentage2 = 49.93%
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| map_size = 250px
| map_caption = County results
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| title = U.S. Senator
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| before_party = Democratic Party (United States)
| after_election = Rick Scott
| after_party = Republican Party (United States)
}}{{ElectionsFL}}

The 2018 United States Senate election in Florida was held on November 6, 2018, alongside a gubernatorial election, elections to the U.S. House of Representatives and other state and local elections. Incumbent Democrat Senator Bill Nelson ran for reelection to a fourth term, but was defeated by incumbent Republican Governor Rick Scott. Initial results showed Nelson trailing Scott. A controversial recount ensued, with both campaigns claiming irregularities.[1] Twelve days after the election, and several subsequent lawsuits, the recount was completed and Rick Scott was declared the senator-elect.

The race was held in suspense for 12 days following the election, as Scott's lead over Nelson remained below the half-percent threshold requisite for an automatic recount under Florida law.[2][3] At the end of the recount process, Scott led Nelson by 10,033 votes.[4] On November 18, 2018, Nelson conceded to Scott, drawing the race to a close.[5]

This election marks the first time since 1875, during Reconstruction, that Republicans have been elected to serve in both of Florida’s U.S. Senate seats,[5] as well as the first time since 1986 that an incumbent Florida senator was defeated for re-election.[6]

Background

As of the second quarter of 2018, incumbent Democratic Senator Bill Nelson had a 44%-34% approval rating among his constituents.[7] Republican President Donald Trump also held a positive approval rating of 49%-47% in Florida as of August 2018.[8] Trump won the state in 2016 by 1.2% over Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton. Nelson was challenged by term-limited Governor Rick Scott, who put more than $86 million of his own money into his successful 2010 and 2014 gubernatorial bids.[9] Despite having won re-election in 2012 by a 13% margin, Nelson was considered potentially vulnerable; he was the only statewide elected Democrat in Florida, and his previous opponents, Connie Mack IV and Katherine Harris, were seen as much weaker challengers than Scott. Additionally, he was one of ten incumbent Democratic Senators running in a state that had been carried by President Trump in 2016. Nelson was described as a "low-key centrist" that may not be able to energize progressive voters.[10]

Scott announced his candidacy on April 9, 2018, weeks after his last regular 60-day legislative session as governor.[11] Scott was encouraged by President Trump to enter the Senate race.[12] During the campaign, Scott sought to avoid mentioning President Trump and at times criticized or distanced himself from actions of the Trump administration, whereas in the past he used his friendship with Trump to boost his profile and had been an early and vocal supporter of Trump in 2016 [13][14] and was reported to speak to President Trump every one or two weeks by The Tampa Bay Times.[13] Trump endorsed Scott in his Senate bid.[14] As of the first quarter of 2018, Scott held a 54%-35% approval rating[15] among his constituents, with a majority of Florida voters believing the state was moving in the right direction.

Both Nelson's and Scott's responses to Hurricanes Irma and Michael, which made landfall in September 2017 and October 2018 respectively, were closely watched during the campaign season.[16]

The election was held under a regime of felon disenfranchisement, in which 10% of all voters (more than 1.6 million Floridians) – and 23% of black voters – were prohibited from voting.[17] Amendment 4 was passed the same day, restoring the voting rights to those who have completed their sentences.

Republican primary

The Republican primary was considered merely a formality, as Governor Scott's lone challenger was a perennial candidate who was running for Senate seats in eight other Republican primaries across the country. No other notable Republicans entered the race before or after Scott announced his candidacy.[21]

Candidates

Nominee

  • Rick Scott, Governor since 2011[18]

Eliminated in primary

  • Rocky De La Fuente, businessman and perennial candidate; American Delta and Reform nominee for President in 2016[19]

Withdrew

  • Virginia Fuller, registered nurse; Republican nominee for U.S. Representative from CA-11 in 2012[20][21]
  • Alexander George, businessman, political activist, and minister; candidate for U.S. Senate in 2012[22]
  • Augustus Sol Invictus, far-right activist; candidate for U.S. Senate in 2016[23][24]
  • Lateresa Jones, life coach; Independent candidate for lieutenant governor in 2014 and U.S. Senate in 2016[25][26] (running as a write-in candidate)
  • Martin Mikhail[27]
  • Mike Pompura[28]
  • Joseph Smith, chiropractor; candidate for U.S. Senate in 1988 and FL-19 in 1996; Republican nominee for FL-16 in 1988[33][29]
  • Marcia R. Thorne, pastor[30][31] (ran as an Independent)
  • Angela Marie Walls-Windhauser, candidate for U.S. Senate in 2016[32][33] (ran as a write-in candidate)

Declined

  • Jeff Atwater, Chief Financial Officer 2011–2017[34]
  • Carlos Beruff, real estate developer and Republican donor; candidate for U.S. Senate in 2016[35]
  • Pam Bondi, Attorney General since 2011[36]
  • Richard Corcoran, State Representative (District 37) since 2010; Speaker of the Florida House since 2016[37]
  • John Delaney, Mayor of Jacksonville 1995–2003[38]
  • Ron DeSantis, U.S. Representative from FL-6 2013–2018; candidate for U.S. Senate in 2016[35][39] (running for governor)
  • Hulk Hogan, semi-retired professional wrestler, actor, television personality, entrepreneur, and musician[40]
  • David Jolly, U.S. Representative from FL-13 2014–2017; candidate for U.S. Senate in 2016[35][41]
  • Carlos López-Cantera, Lieutenant Governor since 2014; candidate for U.S. Senate in 2016[35][42]
  • Tom Rooney, U.S. Representative from FL-17 since 2009[43]

Polling

Poll source Date(s)
administered		 Sample
size		 Margin
of error		Rocky
{{nowrap|De La Fuente		Rick
Scott		 Undecided
[https://www.realclearpolitics.com/docs/Florida_(August_23_2018)_v3.pdf Gravis Marketing]August 21–25, 2018579± 4.1%12%73%15%
[https://www.realclearpolitics.com/docs/Florida_(August_23_2018).pdf Gravis Marketing]August 21–22, 2018321± 5.5%12%73%15%
[https://www.realclearpolitics.com/docs/Florida_July_15_2018_(002).pdf Gravis Marketing]July 13–14, 2018905± 3.3%16%74%10%

Results

{{Election box begin no change
| title = Republican primary results
}}{{Election box winning candidate with party link no change
| candidate = Rick Scott
| party = Republican Party (United States)
| votes = 1,452,952
| percentage = 88.6%
}}{{Election box candidate with party link no change
| candidate = Rocky De La Fuente
| party = Republican Party (United States)
| votes = 186,636
| percentage = 11.4%
}}{{Election box total no change
| votes = 1,639,588
| percentage = 100.0%
}}{{Election box end}}

Democratic primary

As both of Senator Nelson's primary opponents failed to qualify for the ballot, no Democratic primary was held.[44]

Candidates

Nominee

  • Bill Nelson, incumbent U.S. Senator since 2001; U.S. Representative from FL-11 1979–1991[45]

Declined

  • Randolph Bracy, State Senator (District 11) since 2016[46]
  • Tim Canova, law professor specializing in banking and finance; candidate for FL-23 in 2016[10][47] (running for FL-23)
  • Pam Keith, Navy veteran, labor attorney; candidate for U.S. Senate in 2016[10][48] (ran for FL-18)

Withdrew

  • Tamika Lyles, Air Force veteran, mediator, and philanthropist[49]
  • Randy White, pastor, bishop, philanthropist, and activist[50]

Libertarian Party

Candidates

Withdrew

  • Joe Wendt, janitor[61][51]

Declined

  • Augustus Sol Invictus, far-right activist; candidate for U.S. Senate in 2016[61][23] (ran as a Republican)
  • Roger Stone, political consultant, lobbyist, and strategist[52]

American Independent Party

Candidates

Withdrew

  • Ed Shoemaker, psychologist[53][54] (ran for FL-15)

Independents and write-ins

Candidates

Declared

  • Lateresa Jones, life coach; candidate for lieutenant governor in 2014 and U.S. Senate in 2016[25][55] (write-in)
  • Howard Knepper, businessman and real estate developer; candidate for President in 2012[56][57] (write-in)
  • Michael S. Levinson, candidate for FL-13 in 2014 and the 2014 special election[58] (write-in)
  • Charles Frederick Tolbert, pastor[59] (write-in)
  • David Weeks[60][61] (write-in)

Withdrew

  • Edward Janowski[62][63]
  • Scott McCatty[64] (write-in)
  • Marcia R. Thorne, pastor[31]
  • Angela Marie Walls-Windhauser, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in 2016[32][33] (write-in)

General election

The election was expected to be a key race in determining which party controls the U.S. Senate in 2019.[65] According to The Cook Political Report, the race was one of the 10 most competitive U.S. Senate races in the nation.[66] It has also been described as the most expensive U.S. Senate race in the country.[67]

Scott's involvement in a large Medicare fraud case has stirred controversy during the general election campaign.[68][69] Scott responded with ads accusing his opponent Bill Nelson of having cut Medicare benefits and stolen from Medicare; fact-checkers found that both of Scott's assertions were "mostly false."[70][68] During the campaign, Scott characterized Nelson as a "socialist"; PolitiFact described the assertion as "pants-on-fire" false.[71]

Gun control is a key issue for this race. The election comes less than nine months after the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland, the deadliest school shooting in American history that killed 17 people. Senator Nelson has also mentioned the Orlando nightclub shooting that occurred in June 2016 and killed 49 people, stating that "nothing was done" by Governor Scott's administration. In the wake of Stoneman Douglas, Scott has raised the age to purchase a gun from 18 to 21, set a three-day waiting period to purchase assault-style weapons, and banned bump stocks, moves that Nelson describes as "doing the bare minimum." The National Rifle Association has come out against Scott's legislation.[72]

Environmental issues are additionally taking a prominent role in the race. Governor Scott and his administration have been heavily criticized for his weakening of regulations designed to protect the environment, even going as far as to instruct the FDEP not to use the words "climate change" or "global warming" in official reports.[73] Because of this, Scott has been blamed for the state's worsening algae blooms, even being dubbed "Red Tide Rick" on social media. Scott blames Nelson and Congress' general inefficiency on the toxic blooms.[74]

Debates

  • [https://www.c-span.org/video/?452442-1/florida-us-senate-debate Complete video of debate], October 2, 2018

Endorsements

{{Endorsements box
| title = Rick Scott (R)
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U.S. Executive Branch officials
  • George W. Bush, 43rd President of the United States 2001–2009; Governor of Texas 1995–2000[75]
  • Donald Trump, 45th President of the United States 2017–present[12]
  • Mike Pence, 48th Vice President of the United States 2017–present; Governor of Indiana 2013–2017; U.S. Representative from IN-6 2001–2013[76]
U.S. Senators
  • Cory Gardner, U.S. Senator from Colorado 2015–present; U.S. Representative from CO-4 2011–2015[77]
  • Marco Rubio, U.S. Senator from Florida 2011–present; candidate for President in 2016[78]
  • Todd Young, U.S. Senator from Indiana 2017–present; U.S. Representative from IN-9 2011–2017[77]
  • Joni Ernst, U.S. Senator from Iowa 2015–present[77]
  • Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, U.S. Senator from Kentucky 1985–present[77]
  • Lindsey Graham, U.S. Senator from South Carolina 2003–present; U.S. Representative from SC-3 1995–2003; candidate for President in 2016[79]
  • Tim Scott, U.S. Senator from South Carolina 2013–present; U.S. Representative from SC-1 2011–2013[80]
  • John Cornyn, U.S. Senator from Texas 2002–present[77]
U.S. Representatives
  • Kevin McCarthy, House Majority Leader, U.S. Representative from CA-23 2007–present[77]
  • Matt Gaetz, U.S. Representative from FL-1 2017–present[81]
  • Neal Dunn, U.S. Representative from FL-2 2017–present[82]
  • Ron DeSantis, U.S. Representative from FL-6 2013–2018; Republican nominee for governor in 2018[83]
  • Francis Rooney, U.S. Representative from FL-19 2017–present[84]
  • Mario Díaz-Balart, U.S. Representative from FL-25 2003–present[85]
  • Carlos Romero Barceló, Resident Commissioner of Puerto Rico 1993–2001; Governor 1977–1985; Mayor of San Juan 1969–1977[86] (New Progressive)
  • Luis Fortuño, Resident Commissioner of Puerto Rico 2005–2009; Governor 2009–2013[87] (New Progressive)
  • Jenniffer González, Resident Commissioner of Puerto Rico 2017–present[87]
Governors
  • Jeb Bush, Governor of Florida 1999–2007; candidate for President in 2016[88]
  • Haley Barbour, Governor of Mississippi 2004–2012; Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in 1982[77]
Statewide and territorial officials
  • Luis G. Rivera Marín, Secretary of State of Puerto Rico 2017–present[89] (New Progressive)
  • Pam Bondi, Attorney General of Florida 2011–present[90]
  • Jimmy Patronis, Chief Financial Officer of Florida 2017–present[91]
  • Adam Putnam, Commissioner of Agriculture of Florida 2011–present; U.S. Representative from FL-12 2001–2011; candidate for governor in 2018[92]
State and territorial legislators
  • Thomas Rivera Schatz, President of the Senate of Puerto Rico 2009–2013 and 2017–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Larry Seilhamer Rodríguez, Vice President of the Senate of Puerto Rico 2017–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Henry Neumann, Territorial Senator from Puerto Rico (District I) 2017–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Miguel Laureano, Territorial Senator from Puerto Rico (District VII) 2017–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Eric Correa Rivera, Territorial Senator from Puerto Rico (District VIII) 2017–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Nayda Venegas, Territorial Senator from Puerto Rico (District VIII) 2017–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Daniel Davis, State Representative from Florida (District 15) 2010–2014[93]
  • Richard Corcoran, State Representative from Florida (District 37) 2010–present; Speaker of the Florida House 2016–present[94]
  • Matt Caldwell, State Representative from Florida (District 79) 2010–present[95]
  • Víctor Parés, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (District 4) 2012–2013[87] (New Progressive)
  • Jorge Navarro Suárez, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (District 5) 2004–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Tony Soto, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (District 6) 2013–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Yashira Lebrón Rodríguez, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (District 8) 2014–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Nelson del Valle, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (District 9) 2005–2009 and 2017–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Pellé Santiago, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (District 10) 2013–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Gabriel Rodríguez Aguiló, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (District 13) 2005–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Urayoán Hernández, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (District 26) 2013–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Carlos Johnny Méndez, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (District 36) 2005–present; Speaker of the Puerto Rico House 2017–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Ángel Bulerín, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (District 37) 1993–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • María de Lourdes Ramos Rivera, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (At-large district) 2004–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • José Aponte Hernández, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (At-large district) 2005–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • José Pichy Torres Zamora, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (At-large district) 2010–2013 and 2017–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • José Kikito Meléndez, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (At-large district) 2011–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • María Milagros Charbonier, Territorial Representative from Puerto Rico (At-large district) 2013–present[87] (New Progressive)
Sheriffs
  • William Snyder, Sheriff of Martin County 2013–present[96]
  • Grady Judd, Sheriff of Polk County 2005–present[96]
Mayors
  • Rudy Giuliani, Mayor of New York City, New York 1994–2001; candidate for U.S. Senate in 2000; candidate for President in 2008[97]
  • Carlos Méndez Martínez, Mayor of Aquadilla, Puerto Rico 1997–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Carlos Molina, Mayor of Arecibo, Puerto Rico 2013–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Ramón Luis Rivera Jr., Mayor of Bayamón, Puerto Rico 2001–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Edwin García Feliciano, Mayor of Camuy, Puerto Rico 2002–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Angelo Cruz Ramos, Mayor of Ceiba, Puerto Rico 2013–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Santos Seda, Mayor of Guánica, Puerto Rico 2017–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Angel Pérez Otero, Mayor of Guaynabo, Puerto Rico 2017–present[87] (New Progressive)
  • Noé Marcano, Mayor of Naguabo, Puerto Rico 2013–present[87] (New Progressive)
Municipal officials
  • Erick Erickson, Macon, Georgia City Councilman 2007–2011[98]
Individuals
  • Charles R. Black Jr., chairman of Prime Policy Group[77]
  • Dan Bongino, conservative commentator and former Secret Service agent; candidate for FL-19 in 2016; Republican nominee for U.S. Senate from Maryland in 2012 and MD-6 in 2014[99]
  • Diamond and Silk, live-stream video bloggers, social media personalities, and political activists[100]
  • Kyle Kashuv, survivor of the Stoneman Douglas High School shooting and activist[101]
  • Jack Nicklaus, retired professional golfer[102]
  • Ryan Petty, school safety activist[103]
  • Andrew Pollack, school safety activist[104]
  • Hunter Pollack, school safety activist[105]
  • Greg Sacks, retired NASCAR driver[106]
Organizations
  • Associated Builders and Contractors[107]
  • Club for Growth[108]
  • Florida Chamber of Commerce[109]
  • National Federation of Independent Business[110]
  • Republican Jewish Coalition[111]
  • United States Chamber of Commerce[93]
Newspapers
  • The Jewish Press[112]

}}{{Endorsements box
| title = Bill Nelson (D)
| list =
U.S. Executive Branch officials
  • Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States 2009–2017; U.S. Senator from Illinois 2005–2008[113]
  • Joe Biden, 47th Vice President of the United States 2009–2017; U.S. Senator from Delaware 1973–2009; candidate for President in 1988 and in 2008[114]
  • Charles Bolden, Administrator of NASA 2009–2017[115]
  • Daniel B. Shapiro, U.S. Ambassador to Israel 2011–2017[116]
U.S. Senators
  • Doug Jones, U.S. Senator from Alabama 2018–present[117]
  • Kamala Harris, U.S. Senator from California 2017–present[118]
  • Bob Graham, U.S. Senator from Florida 1987–2005; Governor 1979–1987; candidate for President in 2004[119]
  • Chuck Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, U.S. Senator from New York[120]
  • Dick Durbin, U.S. Senator from Illinois 1997–present; Senate Minority Whip, U.S. Representative from IL-20 1983–1997[121]
  • Elizabeth Warren, U.S. Senator from Massachusetts 2013–present[122]
  • Cory Booker, U.S. Senator from New Jersey 2013–present; Mayor of Newark 2006–2013[122]
  • Jeff Merkley, U.S. Senator from Oregon 2009–present[123]
U.S. Representatives
  • Gwen Graham, U.S. Representative from FL-2 2015–2017[124]
  • Stephanie Murphy, U.S. Representative from FL-7 2017–present[125]
  • Darren Soto, U.S. Representative from FL-9 2017–present[126]
  • Kathy Castor, U.S. Representative from FL-14 2007–present[127]
  • Lois Frankel, U.S. Representative from FL-21 2013–present[128]
  • Nydia Velázquez, U.S. Representative from NY-7 1993–present[129]
Governors
  • Pedro Rosselló, Governor of Puerto Rico 1993–2001[130] (New Progressive)
  • Alejandro García Padilla, Governor of Puerto Rico 2013–2017[131] (Popular Democratic)
  • Ricardo Rosselló, Governor of Puerto Rico 2017–present[131] (New Progressive)
Statewide and territorial officials
  • Kenneth McClintock, Secretary of State of Puerto Rico 2009–2013[126]
State legislators
  • Victor M. Torres Jr., State Senator from Florida (District 15) 2016–present[126]
  • José Javier Rodríguez, State Senator from Florida (District 37) 2016–present[132]
  • Carlos Guillermo Smith, State Representative from Florida (District 49) 2016–present[133]
  • Shevrin D. Jones, State Representative from Florida (District 101) 2012–present[134]
Mayors
  • Philip Levine, Mayor of Miami Beach 2013–2017; candidate for governor in 2018[135]
  • Buddy Dyer, Mayor of Orlando 2003–present[136]
  • Andrew Gillum, Mayor of Tallahassee 2014–present; Democratic nominee for governor in 2018[137]
  • María Meléndez, Mayor of Ponce, Puerto Rico 2009–present[126] (New Progressive)
  • Carmen Yulín Cruz, Mayor of San Juan, Puerto Rico 2013–present[126] (Popular Democratic)
Other government officials
  • Jon Leibowitz, Chairman of the FTC 2009–2013[138]
Individuals
  • Jimmy Buffett, musician, songwriter, author, actor, and businessman[139]
  • Rosario Dawson, actress, producer, singer, comic book writer, and political activist[129]
  • America Ferrera, actress[129]
  • Jeff Greene, real estate entrepreneur; candidate for U.S. Senate in 2010 and governor in 2018[140]
  • Fred Guttenberg, activist against gun violence[141]
  • Mark Kelly, retired astronaut, engineer, and U.S. Navy Captain[142]
  • Eva Longoria, actress, producer, director, activist, and businesswoman[129]
  • Bette Midler, singer, songwriter, actress, comedian, and film producer[143]
  • Carolyn Porco, planetary scientist[144]
  • Gina Rodriguez, actress and activist[129]
  • Zoe Saldana, actress and dancer[129]
  • Amy Schumer, stand-up comedian and actress[145]
  • Amy Siskind, activist and writer[146]
  • Barbra Streisand, singer, songwriter, actress, and filmmaker[147]
  • Donald Sussman, financier and philanthropist[148]
  • Gabrielle Union, actress, activist, and author[149]
Organizations
  • Alliance for Retired Americans[150]
  • American Federation of Teachers[151]
  • American Gastroenterological Association[152]
  • American Health Care Association[153]
  • American Hotel and Lodging Association[154]
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants[155]
  • American Seniors Housing Association[156]
  • American Trucking Associations[157]
  • Coalition to Stop Gun Violence[158]
  • End Citizens United[159]
  • Florida AFL–CIO[160]
  • Forward Together PAC[161]
  • International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers[162]
  • International Union of Painters and Allied Trades[163]
  • League of Conservation Voters[164]
  • Midwest Values PAC[165]
  • National Apartment Association[166]
  • National Association of Broadcasters[167]
  • National Association of Enrolled Agents[168]
  • National Association of Letter Carriers[169]
  • National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare[170]
  • National Organization for Women[171]
  • Natural Resources Defense Council[172]
  • Planned Parenthood[173]
  • Service Employees International Union[174]
  • Sierra Club[175]
  • Transport Workers Union of America[176]
  • VoteVets.org[177]
Newspapers
  • La Gaceta[178]
  • Miami Herald[179]
  • Orlando Sentinel[180]
  • The Palm Beach Post[181]
  • Sun-Sentinel[182]
  • Tampa Bay Times[183]

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Newspapers
  • Naples Daily News[184]
  • Pensacola News Journal[185]

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Predictions

SourceRankingAs of
The Cook Political Report[186]100|Tossup}} October 26, 2018
Inside Elections[187]{{sort|099|Tilt D}} November 1, 2018
Sabato's Crystal Ball[188]{{sort|099|Lean D}} November 5, 2018
CNN[189]100|Tossup}} November 5, 2018
RealClearPolitics[190]100|Tossup}} November 5, 2018
Daily Kos[191]100|Tossup}} November 5, 2018
FiveThirtyEight[192]{{sort|099|Lean D}} November 5, 2018

Fundraising

Campaign finance reports as of October 17, 2018
Candidate (party)Total receiptsTotal disbursementsCash on hand
Rick Scott (R)$68,801,011$66,496,248$2,304,762
Bill Nelson (D) Incumbent$28,294,713$25,482,421$3,806,614
Source: Federal Election Commission[193]

Polling

Poll source Date(s)
administered		 Sample
size		 Margin
of error		Bill
Nelson (D)		Rick
Scott (R)		 Other Undecided
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ExmsCdRQYGvT7jRxcQx5NZlr7Gq40nWD/view The Trafalgar Group (R)]November 4–5, 20181,484± 2.5%47%49%–4%
[https://web.archive.org/web/20181106214819/https://www.alliancenrfpoll.com/ HarrisX]November 3–5, 2018600± 4.0%48%48%––
St. Pete PollsNovember 3–4, 20183,088± 1.8%50%46%–4%
[https://web.archive.org/web/20181105225346/https://www.alliancenrfpoll.com/ HarrisX]November 2–4, 2018600± 4.0%45%49%––
[https://poll.qu.edu/images/polling/fl/fl11052018_frqt85.pdf Quinnipiac University]October 29 – November 4, 20181,142± 3.5%51%44%0%5%
[https://www.emerson.edu/news-events/emerson-college-today/final-emerson-battleground-polls-finds-democratic-momentum-florida-nevada-south-dakota-arizona-republicans-poised-take-missouri-0 Emerson College]November 1–3, 2018784± 3.7%50%45%3%3%
[https://archive.fo/cQl1z HarrisX]November 1–3, 2018600± 4.0%45%47%––
[https://researchco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Tables_Midterms_05Nov2018.pdf Research Co.]November 1–3, 2018450± 4.6%47%46%–7%
[https://archive.fo/2slQx Change Research (D-Reason to Believe PAC)]November 1–2, 20181,236–50%48%––
St. Pete PollsNovember 1–2, 20182,733± 1.9%48%49%–3%
[https://archive.fo/OjSUZ HarrisX]October 31 – November 2, 2018600± 4.0%46%48%––
Marist CollegeOctober 30 – November 2, 2018595 LV± 5.0%50%46%<1%4%
917 RV± 4.1%50%45%<1%5%
[https://www.realclearpolitics.com/docs/Florida_November_2_2018.pdf Gravis Marketing]October 29 – November 2, 2018753± 3.6%50%47%–4%
[https://archive.fo/rIAsw HarrisX]October 30 – November 1, 2018600± 4.0%45%50%––
St. Pete PollsOctober 30–31, 20182,470± 2.0%49%47%–3%
[https://www.targoz.com/market-matters-blog/2018/11/3/florida-poll-tight-races-for-senate-and-governor-could-yield-another-election-night-surprise Targoz Market Research]October 28–31, 2018558–45%49%–6%
[https://archive.fo/PCGp6 HarrisX]October 29–31, 2018600± 4.0%45%48%––
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Hu-UwjPegxvRtrZ9R773ccII--97u7gv/view The Trafalgar Group (R)]October 29–30, 20182,543± 1.9%49%47%–4%
[https://poppolling.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/FL-Statewide-Survey-Results-10.31.18.pdf Vox Populi Polling]October 27–30, 2018696± 3.7%50%50%––
[https://www.alliancenrfpoll.com/ HarrisX]October 24–30, 20181,400± 2.6%43%44%––
Cygnal (R)October 27–29, 2018495± 4.4%50%48%–2%
CNN/SSRSOctober 24–29, 2018781 LV± 4.3%49%47%0%2%
887 RV± 4.0%46%46%0%5%
[https://www.suffolk.edu/documents/SUPRC/10_30_2018_marginals.pdf Suffolk University]October 25–28, 2018500± 4.4%45%43%–10%
[https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2018/upshot/elections-poll-flsen-3.html NYT Upshot/Siena College]October 23–27, 2018737± 4.0%48%44%–8%
[https://www.unf.edu/uploadedFiles/aa/coas/porl/PORL%20October%2030%20release.pdf University of North Florida]October 23–26, 20181,051± 3.0%47%46%<1%7%
[https://d25d2506sfb94s.cloudfront.net/cumulus_uploads/document/shtloc96e5/cbs_20181028_FL_final.pdf YouGov]October 23–26, 2018991± 4.0%46%46%1%6%
[https://www.ipsos.com/sites/default/files/ct/news/documents/2018-10/october_2018_state_topline_-_florida_october.pdf Ipsos]October 17–25, 20181,069± 3.4%49%44%3%4%
[https://www.realclearpolitics.com/docs/Gravis_Florida_October_23_2018.pdf Gravis Marketing]October 22–23, 2018773± 3.5%49%45%–6%
Strategic Research AssociatesOctober 16–23, 2018800± 3.5%46%45%–9%
Saint Leo UniversityOctober 16–22, 2018698± 3.5%47%38%6%9%
St. Pete PollsOctober 20–21, 20181,575± 2.5%48%49%–3%
[https://business.fau.edu/departments/economics/business-economics-polling/bepi-polls/bepi-polls-2018/competitive-us-senate-and-governor-races-in-florida.php Florida Atlantic University]October 18–21, 2018704± 3.6%41%42%4%13%
SurveyUSAOctober 18–21, 2018665± 5.0%49%41%4%6%
[https://poll.qu.edu/images/polling/fl/fl10222018_fdom21.pdf Quinnipiac University]October 17–21, 20181,161± 3.5%52%46%0%2%
[https://www.politico.com/f/?id=00000166-9843-d316-afe7-9ae304cc0000 Schroth, Eldon and Associates (D)]October 17–20, 2018600± 4.0%45%47%–9%
[https://cdn.cnn.com/cnn/2018/images/10/21/rel1_fl.pdf CNN/SSRS]October 16–20, 2018759 LV± 4.2%50%45%0%3%
872 RV± 3.9%49%45%0%4%
[https://rickscottforflorida.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/FL-Statewide-Survey-n2200.pdf OnMessage Inc. (R-Scott)]October 14–18, 20182,200± 2.1%46%51%–3%
St. Pete PollsOctober 15–16, 20181,974± 2.2%47%49%–4%
Florida Southern CollegeOctober 1–5, 2018476± 4.5%44%46%6%4%
Kaiser Family Foundation/SSRSSeptember 19 – October 2, 2018522± 6.0%48%45%1%6%
St. Pete PollsSeptember 29–30, 20182,313± 2.0%47%47%–6%
Public Policy Polling (D-Protect Our Care)September 28–30, 2018779± 3.5%48%44%–9%
Strategic Research AssociatesSeptember 17–30, 2018800± 3.5%45%44%–11%
[https://www.politico.com/f/?id=00000166-3bd4-d20d-a57f-bfd497e60001 Mason-Dixon]September 24–27, 2018815± 3.5%47%46%–7%
[https://poll.qu.edu/images/polling/fl/fl09252018_fntj57.pdf Quinnipiac University]September 20–24, 2018888± 4.0%53%46%0%1%
Cherry CommunicationsSeptember 19–24, 2018622± 4.4%48%46%––
Marist CollegeSeptember 16–20, 2018600 LV± 4.7%48%45%1%6%
829 RV± 4.0%48%43%1%7%
University of North FloridaSeptember 17–19, 2018603–45%45%1%9%
[https://business.fau.edu/departments/economics/business-economics-polling/bepi-polls/bepi-polls-2018/tight-florida-us-senate-and-governor-races.php Florida Atlantic University]September 13–16, 2018850± 3.3%41%42%5%11%
[https://www.ipsos.com/en-us/news-polls/election-data-CA-FL-TX-NV-AZ Ipsos]September 5–12, 20181,000± 4.0%45%46%4%6%
Rasmussen ReportsSeptember 10–11, 2018800± 3.5%45%44%5%6%
SurveyUSASeptember 7–9, 2018634± 5.3%44%46%4%7%
[https://poll.qu.edu/images/polling/fl/fl09052018_fjya13.pdf Quinnipiac University]August 30 – September 3, 2018785± 4.3%49%49%0%2%
[https://www.realclearpolitics.com/docs/Florida_(August_30_2018).pdf Gravis Marketing]August 29–30, 20181,225± 2.8%47%47%–6%
[https://www.scribd.com/document/387419956/FL-Gov-FL-Sen-PPP-D-for-Christian-Ulvert-August-2018 Public Policy Polling (D-EDGE Comms.)]August 29–30, 2018743± 4.0%46%45%–8%
St. Pete PollsAugust 29–30, 20181,755± 2.3%47%47%–5%
[https://business.fau.edu/images/business/economics/departments-economics-pages/business-economics-polling-initiative/bepi-polls/files/2018-08-21_Toplines_FINAL.pdf Florida Atlantic University]August 16–20, 2018800± 3.4%39%45%–17%
Saint Leo UniversityAugust 10–16, 2018500± 4.5%36%40%8%15%
[https://www.politico.com/f/?id=00000164-ed7b-d428-a7fe-fdffcb280001 Mason-Dixon]July 24–25, 2018625± 4.0%44%47%–9%
[https://business.fau.edu/departments/economics/business-economics-polling/bepi-polls/bepi-polls-2018/florida-primaries-heat-up.php Florida Atlantic University]July 20–21, 2018800± 3.4%40%44%–17%
[https://www.realclearpolitics.com/docs/Florida_July_15_2018_(002).pdf Gravis Marketing]July 13–14, 20181,840± 2.3%47%43%–10%
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aerd3_1pJ276A7rLNRQ_Y3ifiUtSraan/view SurveyMonkey/Axios]June 11 – July 2, 20181,080± 5.0%46%49%–5%
[https://d25d2506sfb94s.cloudfront.net/cumulus_uploads/document/nbv3bzmxq0/cbs_20180624_FL.pdf YouGov]June 19–22, 2018839 LV–41%46%6%6%
996 RV± 3.5%40%42%6%9%
Marist CollegeJune 17–21, 2018947± 3.9%49%45%1%5%
Public Policy Polling (D-EDGE Comms.)June 18–19, 20181,308± 3.2%48%46%–7%
Gravis MarketingMay 31 – June 15, 20181,251± 2.8%50%40%–10%
[https://floridapolitics.com/archives/265855-poll-rick-scott-maintains-edge-over-bill-nelson Cherry Communications]May 25 – June 4, 2018605± 4.0%45%48%–5%
Saint Leo UniversityMay 25–31, 2018506± 4.5%34%40%8%18%
[https://www.politico.com/story/2018/06/11/florida-senate-scott-nelson-poll-635358 Morning Consult]May 29–30, 20181,199± 3.0%39%40%––
[https://business.fau.edu/images/business/economics/departments-economics-pages/business-economics-polling-initiative/bepi-polls/files/2018-05-8_BEPI_Polls_Toplines.pdf Florida Atlantic University]May 4–7, 2018728 LV–45%45%––
1,000 RV± 3.0%40%44%–16%
[https://www.scribd.com/document/376146714/Survey-of-Florida-politics Public Policy Polling (D-Levine)]April 10–11, 2018661± 3.9%50%44%–6%
[https://www.scribd.com/document/374399185/Gravis-Marketing-March-Florida-Poll Gravis Marketing]February 26 – March 19, 20182,212± 2.1%44%40%–16%
McLaughlin & Associates (R-NR PAC)March 10–13, 2018800± 3.4%46%47%–6%
[https://www.scribd.com/document/373610821/Results-of-Florida-poll-from-Clearview-Research Clearview Research]March 1–7, 2018750± 3.6%41%43%–16%
[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qH6AbyU5kapsnOLZGf3ydy7MYKjbUo-A/view SurveyMonkey/Axios]February 12 – March 5, 20181,806± 5.0%53%43%–4%
[https://poll.qu.edu/images/polling/fl/fl02272018_ftbn93.pdf Quinnipiac University]February 23–26, 20181,156± 3.6%46%42%2%9%
[https://business.fau.edu/images/business/economics/departments-economics-pages/business-economics-polling-initiative/bepi-polls/files/2018-2-28_BEPI_Toplines.pdf Florida Atlantic University]February 23–25, 2018800± 3.6%40%38%–22%
Saint Leo UniversityFebruary 18–24, 2018500± 4.5%35%42%9%15%
Gravis MarketingFebruary 1–18, 20181,978± 2.2%44%40%–16%
[https://business.fau.edu/images/business/economics/departments-economics-pages/business-economics-polling-initiative/bepi-polls/files/2018-2-6_BEPI_Polls_Toplines.pdf Florida Atlantic University]February 1–4, 2018750± 3.7%34%44%–22%
University of North FloridaJanuary 29 – February 4, 2018429± 4.7%48%42%2%7%
[https://www.politico.com/states/f/?id=00000161-6df0-dcf1-a5f7-7ff1d7b40001 Mason-Dixon]January 30 – February 1, 2018625± 4.0%45%44%–11%
[https://www.scribd.com/document/368950464/POLL-TRUMP-VS-OPRAH Dixie Strategies]January 9–10, 2018785± 3.5%38%35%–27%
Gravis MarketingDecember 19–24, 20175,778± 1.3%44%39%–17%
Saint Leo UniversityNovember 19–24, 2017500± 4.5%32%42%8%18%
[https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/c605399a-45e7-4419-a45b-796c7289ab0c/downloads/1btc90kd8_529150.pdf Mason-Dixon]October 17–19, 2017625± 4.0%44%44%–12%
University of North FloridaOctober 11–17, 2017706± 3.4%37%36%7%20%
Cherry CommunicationsSeptember 17–24, 2017615± 4.0%45%47%–8%
Saint Leo UniversitySeptember 10–16, 2017500± 4.5%33%35%11%21%
[https://business.fau.edu/images/business/economics/departments-economics-pages/business-economics-polling-initiative/bepi-polls/files/2017-08-28_BEPI_Results_with_Toplines.pdf Florida Atlantic University]August 24–26, 2017800± 4.0%42%40%–18%
Gravis MarketingApril 4–10, 20171,243± 2.8%56%28%–16%
Gravis MarketingMarch 28–29, 20171,453± 2.6%52%37%–12%
[https://www.politico.com/states/f/?id=0000015a-ef1f-dc62-a1db-efff26b40000 Cherry Communications]March 6–14, 2017600± 4.0%48%42%–10%
Saint Leo UniversityMarch 3–11, 2017507± 4.5%39%34%10%17%
Public Opinion Strategies (R-FHA)March 1–5, 2017600± 4.0%46%44%–10%
[https://www.politico.com/f/?id=0000015a-ab47-d689-a37a-ebf7a59c0001 Mason-Dixon]February 24–28, 2017625± 4.0%46%41%–13%
[https://www.politico.com/f/?id=0000015a-a141-dcd4-a5ff-ad675a960001 University of North Florida]February 13–26, 2017957± 3.1%44%38%3%12%
[https://www.scribd.com/document/332793735/Gravis-Marketing-Florida-2018-race-for-Governor-and-Senator Gravis Marketing]November 22–25, 20163,250± 2.4%51%38%–11%
[https://www.publicpolicypolling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/PPP_Release_FL_90716.pdf Public Policy Polling]September 4–6, 2016744± 3.6%45%41%–14%
[https://www.publicpolicypolling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/PPP_Release_FL_91615.pdf Public Policy Polling]September 11–13, 2015814± 3.4%46%42%–12%
[https://www.publicpolicypolling.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/PPP_Release_FL_32615.pdf Public Policy Polling]March 19–22, 2015923± 3.2%47%43%–10%

Results

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| title = United States Senate election in Florida, 2018[194]
}}{{Election box winning candidate with party link
| candidate = Rick Scott
| party = Republican Party (United States)
| votes = 4,099,505
| percentage = 50.05%
| change = +7.82%
}}{{Election box candidate with party link
| candidate = Bill Nelson (incumbent)
| party = Democratic Party (United States)
| votes = 4,089,472
| percentage = 49.93%
| change = -5.30%
}}{{Election box candidate with party link
| candidate = Write-ins
| party = n/a
| votes = 607
| percentage = 0.02%
| change = +0.02%
}}{{Election box total
| votes = 8,190,005
| percentage = 100.0%
| change = N/A
}}{{Election box gain with party link no swing
| winner = Republican Party (United States)
| loser = Democratic Party (United States)
}}{{Election box end}}

Voter demographics

Edison Research exit poll
Demographic subgroupNelsonScott No
Answer		 % of
Voters
Gender
Men4258N/A45
Women5643155
Age
18–24 years old6238N/A5
25–29 years old712635
30–39 years old6137210
40–49 years old4950112
50–64 years old4950131
65 and older4357N/A37
Race
White4060N/A66
Black9010N/A13
Latino5445115
AsianN/AN/AN/A2
Other663224
Race by gender
White men3268N/A31
White women4753N/A35
Black men8812N/A6
Black women919N/A8
Latino men4951N/A6
Latina women574129
Others653235
Education
High school or less4653120
Some college education5049125
Associate degree4752115
Bachelor's degree4852N/A24
Advanced degree5841116
Education and race
White college graduates4753N/A28
White no college degree3465138
Non-white college graduates6336112
Non-white no college degree7325222
Whites by education and gender
White women with college degrees5842N/A13
White women without college degrees4060N/A22
White men with college degrees3763N/A14
White men without college degrees2773N/A17
Non-whites7029134
Income
Under $30,0006138119
$30,000–49,9995344322
$50,000–99,9995842N/A34
$100,000–199,9994951N/A19
Over $200,000N/AN/AN/A7
Party ID
Democrats918133
Republicans991N/A37
Independents5544130
Party by gender
Democratic men9010N/A12
Democratic women926221
Republican men792119
Republican women1189N/A18
Independent men5050N/A14
Independent women5939216
Ideology
Liberals8911N/A22
Moderates6237139
Conservatives1585N/A39
Marital status
Married4357N/A64
Unmarried5743N/A36
Gender by marital status
Married men3664N/A32
Married women5049131
Unmarried men4852N/A14
Unmarried women6138122
First-time midterm election voter
Yes5438816
No4753N/A84
Most important issue facing the country
Health care7525N/A41
Immigration1783N/A29
Economy2872N/A16
Gun policy7624N/A11
Area type
Urban5543242
Suburban4753N/A50
Rural3763N/A8
Source: CNN[195]

Controversies

November 7–14

Both candidates in the days after the election traded accusations of voter suppression and voter fraud.[196] Two lawsuits were filed by the Scott campaign after the election against the Supervisor of Elections in both Palm Beach and Broward Counties while the Nelson campaign filed one against the Secretary of State in Florida. On November 9, the Scott campaign won both of their lawsuits while the Secretary of State lawsuit has yet to be decided.[197][198] Notably, election officials in Broward County had to receive police protection after accusations of voter fraud were made by a few members of Congress.[199]

Additionally, a number of mail-in ballots were found in a mail distribution center in the city of Opa-locka three days after the election. The Miami-Dade Elections Department considered the votes to be uncountable due to not making it to the department by the close of polls.[200]

November 15 and onward

The deadline for all ballots to be machine counted was 3pm EST on Thursday, November 15, 2018, and the revised totals triggered the statewide hand-recount of rejected ballots (also for Florida Agriculture Commissioner). At least 3 counties missed the deadline for various reasons; Broward, Hillsborough, and Palm Beach County,[201][202] and hence the county vote totals were held at the original levels.

  • Broward: Finished machine count before the deadline, but started the upload of results around 2:45 pm EST and finished uploading at 3:02 pm EST. The upload was rejected due to being past the deadline,[203]
  • Hillsborough: The loss of 846 votes in machine counting. Presumed to be due to a power outage.[204][201]
  • Palm Beach: Machines bought from Sequoia Voting Systems ended up breaking down on the 13th, forcing a new recount on approximately 175,000 votes. Upon completing the second recount, 30 precincts had tallies that differed from the tallies completed on the day of the election.[205] Despite efforts, the county could not meet the machine-recount deadline.

In addition, Lee County determined that they had not properly sorted out the amount of undervotes on ballots for manual recount. The initial number was approximately 4,000 votes before the machine recount brought the number to around 15,000 votes. This will delay the counting process until the votes are properly separated.[206]

The deadline for the state-wide hand recount was set at either 12 pm[207] or 3 pm[208] EST on Sunday, November 18, 2018.

See also

  • United States Senate elections, 2018
  • Florida gubernatorial election, 2018

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64. ^{{cite web|url=https://dos.elections.myflorida.com/candidates/CanDetail.asp?account=70240|title=Candidate Tracking System|date=December 12, 2017|first=Scott|last=McCatty|work=Florida Department of State|accessdate=October 23, 2018}}
65. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/national-govt--politics/today-gov-rick-scott-expected-launch-senate-bid-bill-nelson/iYQor3aQ0bMplv0wsmtyYM/|title=BREAKING: Gov. Rick Scott to launch Senate bid vs. Bill Nelson|date=April 9, 2018|first=George|last=Bennett|work=The Palm Beach Post|accessdate=}}
66. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2018/09/03/florida-senate-race-rick-scott-bill-nelson-face-off-epic-matchup/1067783002/|title=Midterms: Stunning Florida primary result shifts Bill Nelson-Rick Scott Senate race from middle to extremes|date=September 3, 2018|first=Ledyard|last=King|work=USA Today|accessdate=}}
67. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.cnbc.com/2018/08/28/florida-battle-between-bill-nelson-rick-scott-is-most-expensive-race.html|title=The fight for Democrat Bill Nelson's Florida Senate seat is this year's most expensive race as Republican Rick Scott pumps in millions of his own cash|date=August 28, 2018|first=Jacob|last=Pramuk|work=CNBC|accessdate=}}
68. ^1 {{cite web|url=http://floridapolitics.com/archives/275845-rick-scotts-campaign-out-ad-rebuts-democrats-on-medicare-fraud-scandal|title=Rick Scott's campaign ad rebuts Democrats on Medicare fraud scandal - Florida Politics|date=September 26, 2018|first=Scott|last=Powers|work=Florida Politics|accessdate=September 29, 2018}}
69. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.politico.com/states/florida/story/2018/08/30/democrats-medicare-fraud-is-fungus-scott-will-never-get-rid-of-573155|title=Democrats: Medicare fraud is 'fungus' Scott will never get rid of|date=August 30, 2018|first1=Alexandra|first2=Marc|last1=Glorioso|last2=Caputo|work=Politico|accessdate=September 29, 2018}}
70. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.politifact.com/florida/statements/2018/aug/16/rick-scott/nelson-wasnt-paying-payroll-taxes-because-he-didnt/|title=Bill Nelson uses campaign consultants; he doesn't steal from Medicare or Social Security|date=August 16, 2018|first=Katie|last=Akin|work=PolitiFact|accessdate=September 29, 2018}}
71. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.politifact.com/florida/statements/2018/sep/27/rick-scott/gov-rick-scotts-ridiculous-statement-sen-bill-nels/|title=Gov. Rick Scott's Pants on Fire statement that Sen. Bill Nelson is a socialist|date=September 27, 2018|first=Amy|last=Sherman|work=PolitiFact|accessdate=September 29, 2018}}
72. ^{{cite web|url=https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2018/02/the-florida-senate-race-is-already-about-guns.html|title=The Florida Senate Race Is Already About Guns|date=February 28, 2018|first=Jim|last=Newell|work=Slate|accessdate=March 24, 2018}}
73. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.miamiherald.com/news/state/florida/article12983720.html|title=In Florida, officials ban term 'climate change'|date=March 8, 2015|first=Tristram|last=Korten|work=Miami Herald|accessdate=October 25, 2018}}
74. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2018/10/14/florida-senate-race-rick-scott-bill-nelson-algae-221272|title=How Red and Green Slime (Really) Could Swing Florida’s Senate Race|date=October 14, 2018|first=Michael|last=Grunwald|work=Politico|accessdate=October 25, 2018}}
75. ^{{cite web|url=http://floridapolitics.com/archives/272683-jeb-bush-george-w-bush-to-help-boost-rick-scotts-u-s-senate-bid|title=Jeb Bush, George W. Bush to help boost Rick Scott’s U.S. Senate bid|first=Drew|last=Wilson|work=Florida Politics|accessdate=}}
76. ^{{cite tweet|user=mike_pence|number=1037770502683680771|title=Great to be in Florida today supporting my good friend @ScottForFlorida. Rick Scott is one of our nation’s best governors, he’s a Navy vet, businessman, & father. He will make a great U.S. Senator for the people of FL!|date=September 6, 2018|first=Mike|last=Pence|accessdate=}}
77. ^1 2 3 4 5 6 7 {{cite web|url=http://www.tampabay.com/florida-politics/buzz/2018/04/16/possible-paul-ryan-successor-kevin-mccarthy-to-appear-at-dc-fundraiser-with-rick-scott/|title=Possible Paul Ryan successor Kevin McCarthy to appear at DC fundraiser with Rick Scott|date=April 17, 2018|first=Alex|last=Leary|work=Tampa Bay Times|accessdate=April 17, 2018}}
78. ^{{cite tweet|user=marcorubio|number=983341103662452737|title=One of most important roles of senate is confirming federal judges & scotus. The road to growing the senate #GOP majority runs through #Florida Please join me in contributing to, voting for & supporting @ScottforFlorida #Sayfie|date=April 9, 2018|first=Marco|last=Rubio|accessdate=April 10, 2018}}
79. ^{{cite tweet|user=LindseyGrahamSC|number=1053074499153862657|title=If you are a Floridian concerned about national security and the welfare of our veterans, Rick Scott is the clear choice for Senate. #Florida #2018Midterms|date=October 18, 2018|first=Lindsey|last=Graham|accessdate=October 19, 2018}}
80. ^{{cite tweet|user=ScottforFlorida|number=1055570351470665729|title=.@votetimscott is part of the team getting out the vote for Governor Scott while he is working to help people in the Panhandle! If you haven’t voted yet, look up your polling place, gather your friends and family, and cast your ballot today. http://VoteRickScott.com|date=October 25, 2018|first=Rick|last=Scott|accessdate=October 27, 2018}}
81. ^{{cite tweet|user=mattgaetz|number=983487421013790720|title=So proud to have fellow swamp-drainer @FLGovScott running to #FightWashington and bring Florida solutions to this crazy town! #letsgettowork #sayfie|date=April 9, 2018|first=Matt|last=Gaetz|accessdate=April 10, 2018}}
82. ^{{cite tweet|user=DunnCampaign|number=1034429002847596551|title=Today is Primary Election Day! Make sure you get out and vote. We need solid conservatives who believe in smaller government on the ballot in November - like Governor Rick Scott. Every vote counts!|date=August 28, 2018|first=Neal|last=Dunn|accessdate=October 10, 2018}}
83. ^{{cite tweet|user=RonDeSantisFL|number=983343892543234048|title=Rick Scott's record of accomplishment as Governor stands in sharp contrast to the lack of leadership displayed by @SenBillNelson. @FLGovScott will hold Nelson accountable, win the race and serve Florida well in the U.S. Senate! #sayfie|date=April 9, 2018|first=Ron|last=DeSantis|accessdate=April 12, 2018}}
84. ^{{cite tweet|user=ScottforFlorida|number=1052357655182921729|title=Always great to spend an evening with our friends from the Caxamblas Republican club and @FrancisRooney in Marco Island talking about Rick’s Make Washington Work message. - Ann|date=October 16, 2018|first=Rick|last=Scott|accessdate=October 20, 2018}}
85. ^{{cite tweet|user=MarioDBCamp|number=1041066283213697024|title=A privilege to be with 2 of Florida’s best governors today @FLGovScott and @JebBush. I look forward to working w Rick Scott in Congress!|date=September 15, 2018|first=Mario|last=Diaz-Balart|accessdate=October 10, 2018}}
86. ^{{cite tweet|user=ScottforFlorida|number=1056263654071586817|title=I’m proud to announce the endorsement of former Puerto Rico congressman and San Juan Mayor Carlos Romero Barcelo! He’s the 60th Puerto Rican office holder to endorse our campaign! I will fight in the Senate to Make Washington Work for all Americans.|date=October 27, 2018|first=Rick|last=Scott|accessdate=October 27, 2018}}
87. ^1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 {{cite web|url=https://rickscottforflorida.com/2018/10/01/nearly-60-puerto-rican-officials-endorse-gov-scotts-campaign-for-u-s-senate/|title=Nearly 60 Puerto Rican Officials Endorse Gov. Scott’s Campaign For U.S. Senate|date=October 1, 2018|work=Rick Scott for Senate|accessdate=October 7, 2018}}
88. ^{{cite tweet|user=JebBush|number=983410399834984450|title=Rick Scott has provided strong, conservative leadership for our state throughout his time as governor. Rick's exactly the type of leader we need in Washington right now, and I know he will represent Florida well in the U.S. Senate. @ScottforFlorida|date=April 9, 2018|first=Jeb|last=Bush|accessdate=April 10, 2018}}
89. ^{{cite tweet|user=NewsGuyGreg|number=983349248153530371|title=Lieutenant Governor of #PuertoRico talking in support for Gov Rick Scott for Senate. @MyNews13|date=April 9, 2018|first=Greg|last=Angel|accessdate=April 12, 2018}}
90. ^{{cite tweet|user=ScottforFlorida|number=1058380215460814850|title=Thank you for coming to Tampa @PamBondi and @LindseyGrahamSC!|date=November 2, 2018|first=Rick|last=Scott|accessdate=November 3, 2018}}
91. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.facebook.com/jimmypatronis/photos/a.96871780167.99065.16792125167/10156147096110168/?type=3|title=I'm proud to support Governor Rick Scott in his mission to continue serving the people of Florida. LIKE and SHARE if you do, too!|date=April 10, 2018|first=Jimmy|last=Patronis|work=Facebook|accessdate=June 23, 2018}}
92. ^{{cite tweet|user=adamputnam|number=983348265356857344|title=Rick Scott is just the kind of leader we need to represent Florida in the hot, wet mess that is Washington. I'm proud to support his run for U.S. Senate.|date=April 9, 2018|first=Adam|last=Putnam|accessdate=April 10, 2018}}
93. ^1 {{cite tweet|user=JAXAlliance|number=989502530035027968|title=The @USChamber, @FLChamber and @GoodGovtPAC — the Federal Political Committee of @JAXChamber — endorse @ScottforFlorida for U.S. Senate. “I’ve never seen someone work so hard to bring jobs to Florida.” — @DanielDavisFl|date=April 26, 2018|author=JAX Alliance|accessdate=October 23, 2018}}
94. ^{{cite tweet|user=richardcorcoran|number=983357765316988928|title=Gov @ScottforFlorida has spent the last 8yrs putting the priorities of every Floridian first. Tax cuts, massive job growth, and an improved Ed system will be his legacy as gov. Now we need his proven conservative leadership in D.C. I couldn’t be more excited 4 this announcement.|date=April 9, 2018|first=Richard|last=Corcoran|accessdate=April 10, 2018}}
95. ^{{cite tweet|user=mattcaldwell_fl|number=983450658471927808|title=I proudly endorse @FLGovScott in his bid to fight for Florida in the U.S. Senate. With Gov. Scott's leadership as a principled conservative, Florida has roared with jobs, shed needless taxes, and staked its claim as the best state for Americans to pursue their dreams.|date=April 9, 2018|first=Matt|last=Caldwell|accessdate=April 13, 2018}}
96. ^1 {{cite web|url=https://rickscottforflorida.com/2018/06/11/gov-rick-scott-secures-endorsement-of-55-florida-sheriffs/|title=Gov. Rick Scott Secures Endorsement Of 55 Florida Sheriffs|date=June 11, 2018|work=Rick Scott for Senate|accessdate=October 20, 2018}}
97. ^{{cite tweet|user=RudyGiuliani|number=1059198700944326657|title=Great rally for @RonDeSantisFL in Daytona. On to Boca Raton Repub. Headquarters. A great state like Fl. needs a leader who can build on Gov. Scott’s success. More jobs, lower taxes, safer communities and support for our police. Vote for DeSantis for Gov. and Scott for Senate.|date=November 4, 2018|first=Rudy|last=Giuliani|accessdate=November 7, 2018}}
98. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.themaven.net/theresurgent/erick-erickson/rick-scott-for-senate-d1igNSUIokWgew_LioFX5g/|title=Rick Scott for Senate|date=May 9, 2018|first=Erick|last=Erickson|work=TheMaven|accessdate=May 10, 2018}}
99. ^{{cite tweet|user=dbongino|number=1059095433811816454|title=Please, please, please, save Florida and keep the good economic times going. VOTE. Please get out and vote Scott & DeSantis. Don’t let liberals destroy this wonderful state.|date=November 4, 2018|first=Dan|last=Bongino|accessdate=November 7, 2018}}
100. ^{{cite tweet|user=DiamondandSilk|number=1034600646236889093|title=Congratulations to Gov. Rick Scott @ScottforFlorida for winning the GOP Nomination for Senate #MAGA #RedWave #Winning #ChooChoo|date=August 28, 2018|author=Diamond and Silk|accessdate=October 24, 2018}}
101. ^{{cite tweet|user=KyleKashuv|number=1048014036141527041|title=It’s time Florida relieves @SenBillNelson of his Senate seat and gives @ScottforFlorida the reins. Enough of the corruption. Enough of the political hackery|date=October 4, 2018|first=Kyle|last=Kashuv|accessdate=October 25, 2018}}
102. ^{{cite tweet|user=ScottforFlorida|number=1055218791234310144|title=The Golden Bear Jack Nicklaus helped get out the vote for Governor Scott in Palm Beach Gardens today! It’s great to see so many Floridians helping us Make Washington Work!|date=October 24, 2018|first=Rick|last=Scott|accessdate=October 27, 2018}}
103. ^{{cite tweet|user=rpetty|number=983881943208091648|title=I am thrilled to endorse my friend, Rick Scott for US Senate. @ScottforFlorida demonstrated true leadership in making our kids & teachers safer here in Florida. We need this same leadership in DC. Please join with me in supporting him for US Senate. #rickscottforsenate|date=April 10, 2018|first=Ryan|last=Petty|accessdate=April 12, 2018}}
104. ^{{cite tweet|user=AndrewPollackFL|number=983875375125221376|title=I am proud to endorse my friend Governor Rick Scott for US Senate. @ScottforFlorida has helped me tremendously in my pursuit to make schools in America safe & secure. He signed the PS Bill 7026 that I advocated for after my daughter was killed at #MSD. He’s a great man.|date=April 10, 2018|first=Andrew|last=Pollack|accessdate=April 12, 2018}}
105. ^{{cite tweet|user=PollackHunter|number=1024709718542036993|title=I have been working very closely with the Governor to establish the @Scott_Students initiative and it’s already becoming a huge success! So glad to be apart of it. Please follow! #ScottForSenate|date=August 1, 2018|first=Hunter|last=Pollack|accessdate=}}
106. ^{{cite tweet |author=Greg Sacks |user=GregSacks51 |number=1057440907501465600 |date=November 2, 2018 |title=No thank you. Nelson and Gillum are terrible. |accessdate=November 5, 2018}}
107. ^{{cite web|url=http://floridapolitics.com/archives/269919-builders-backing-rick-scott|title=Builders backing Rick Scott|date=July 26, 2018|first=Scott|last=Powers|work=Florida Politics|accessdate=}}
108. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.clubforgrowth.org/press-release/club-for-growth-pac-endorses-florida-governor-rick-scott-for-u-s-senate/|title=Club for Growth PAC Endorses Florida Governor Rick Scott for U.S. Senate|date=August 16, 2018|first=Rachael|last=Slobodien|work=Club for Growth|accessdate=}}
109. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.politico.com/states/florida/story/2018/04/24/us-chamber-places-6-figure-ad-hitting-nelson-on-economy-380286|title=U.S. Chamber places 6-figure ad hitting Nelson on economy|date=April 24, 2018|first=Matt|last=Dixon|work=Politico|accessdate=April 24, 2018}}
110. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.wmfe.org/gov-rick-scott-gets-another-endorsement-this-time-from-small-business-owners/89361|title=GOV. RICK SCOTT GETS ANOTHER ENDORSEMENT: THIS TIME FROM SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS|date=July 17, 2018|first=Danielle|last=Prieur|publisher=WMFE-FM|accessdate=}}
111. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?id=53727956260&story_fbid=10155369148981261|title=The RJC PAC proudly endorsed Governor Rick Scott (FL), who just came off a strong primary win for Senate. Governor Scott has been a longtime friend of the RJC. Will you be a friend to Governor Scott?|date=September 2, 2018|author=Republican Jewish Coalition|work=Facebook|accessdate=}}
112. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.jewishpress.com/indepth/editorial/endorsements-for-new-york-november-6-general-elections/2018/10/31/|title=Endorsements For New York November 6 General Elections|date=October 31, 2018|work=The Jewish Press|accessdate=November 1, 2018}}
113. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/obama-backs-bill-nelson-alexandria-ocasio-cortez-in-latest-wave-of-congressional-endorsements|title=Obama backs Bill Nelson, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in latest wave of congressional endorsements|date=October 1, 2018|first=Al|last=Weaver|work=The Washington Examiner|accessdate=October 3, 2018}}
114. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/politics/political-pulse/os-ne-biden-nelson-orlando-20181019-story.html|title=Vice President Joe Biden to rally for Bill Nelson in Orlando|date=October 19, 2018|first=Steven|last=Lemongello|work=Orlando Sentinel|accessdate=October 20, 2018}}
115. ^{{cite tweet|user=NelsonForSenate|number=1057737210026491904|title=Honored to have the support of my longtime friend and former @NASA administrator, Charlie Bolden. Had a great time discussing the future of space, how important our commercial space industry is to Florida's economy, and answering smart questions from some bright kids.|date=October 31, 2018|first=Bill|last=Nelson|accessdate=November 1, 2018}}
116. ^{{cite tweet|user=DanielBShapiro|number=1047476174807584768|title=So excited to be in Florida today &tomorrow to campaign for my good friend (& former boss) US Sen. Bill Nelson! He’s a leader, a great fighter for Florida, a strong supporter of the US-Israel relationship, and an outstanding person. Let’s keep him in the Senate!@NelsonForSenate|date=October 3, 2018|first=Dan|last=Shapiro|accessdate=October 5, 2018}}
117. ^{{cite news|url=https://www.pnj.com/story/news/politics/2018/10/24/alabama-sen-doug-jones-campaigns-sen-bill-nelson-pensacola/1752582002/|title=Alabama Sen. Doug Jones campaigns for Sen. Bill Nelson in Pensacola|date=October 24, 2018|first=Jim|last=Little|work=Pensacola News Journal|accessdate=October 25, 2018}}
118. ^{{cite news|url=http://www.tampabay.com/florida-politics/buzz/2017/10/09/californias-kamala-harris-to-fundraise-in-florida-for-bill-nelson/|title=California's Kamala Harris to fundraise in Florida for Bill Nelson|date=October 9, 2017|first=Amy|last=Hollyfield|work=Tampa Bay Times|accessdate=December 4, 2017}}
119. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.naplesnews.com/story/news/local/2018/09/12/former-gov-bob-graham-endorses-gillum-nelson/1270038002/|title=Former Gov. Bob Graham weighs in on Florida races for governor, Senate|date=September 12, 2018|first=Lisa|last=Conley|work=Naples Daily News|accessdate=October 4, 2018}}
120. ^{{cite web |title=Democrats fret Nelson is choking in Florida Senate race |url=https://www.politico.com/story/2018/08/27/bill-nelson-florida-senate-democrats-rick-scott-795695 |website=POLITICO |language=en}}
121. ^{{cite tweet|user=DickDurbin|number=1055854808991580160|title=Florida, we can't afford to lose Bill Nelson's voice in the Senate. Now is the time to get out the vote for @NelsonForSenate.|date=October 26, 2018|first=Dick|last=Durbin|accessdate=October 29, 2018}}
122. ^1 {{cite web|url=https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/elections/favor-bank-potential-presidential-candidates-are-collecting-ious-2020-n868066|title=Favor bank: Potential presidential candidates are collecting IOUs for 2020|date=April 22, 2018|first=Alex|last=Seitz-Wald|work=NBC News|accessdate=April 24, 2018}}
123. ^{{cite tweet|user=JeffMerkley|number=983721386442182656|title=Whenever the GOP has tried to gut Medicare, slash Social Security, or open our coasts to oil drilling, @NelsonForSenate has always stood in their way. Now we need to stand with him.|date=April 10, 2018|first=Jeff|last=Merkley|accessdate=October 21, 2018}}
124. ^{{cite tweet|user=GwenGraham|number=983366532859400192|title=I am proud to have worked with Senator Nelson to fight oil drilling off our beaches, to defend the Affordable Care Act and to create good jobs in Florida. I look forward to the names Graham and Nelson again appearing together on the ballot —and, together, defeating @FLGovScott.|date=April 9, 2018|first=Gwen|last=Graham|accessdate=October 10, 2018}}
125. ^{{cite tweet|user=SMurphyCongress|number=1012053283471613952|title=The Supreme Court is a reminder of what's at stake every election: women's rights, civil rights, collective bargaining rights, LGBTQ rights, gun safety reform, immigration reform, redistricting reform & much more. Support @NelsonForSenate & VOTE EVERY TIME #FlaPol #MidtermsMatter|date=June 27, 2018|first=Stephanie|last=Murphy|accessdate=October 21, 2018}}
126. ^1 2 3 4 {{cite web|url=http://floridapolitics.com/archives/274242-bill-nelson-endorsed-by-jose-alvarez-mayita-melendez|title=Bill Nelson endorsed by Jose Alvarez, Mayita Meléndez|date=September 9, 2018|first=Jacob|last=Ogles|work=Florida Politics|accessdate=October 4, 2018}}
127. ^{{cite tweet|user=KathyCastorFL|number=1027304293643243521|title=It is vitally important to send Bill Nelson back to the U.S. Senate ... for our students, our schools and Florida’s future! Florida’s teachers endorsed him today! @FloridaEA @HillsboroughCTA @NelsonForSenate|date=August 8, 2018|first=Kathy|last=Castor|accessdate=October 10, 2018}}
128. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.tampabay.com/florida-politics/buzz/2018/11/03/jimmy-buffett-decries-an-insane-two-years-urges-floridians-to-vote-for-andrew-gillum-and-bill-nelson/|title=Jimmy Buffett decries an ‘insane two years,’ urges Floridians to vote for Andrew Gillum and Bill Nelson|date=November 3, 2018|work=Tampa Bay Times|accessdate=November 7, 2018}}
129. ^1 2 3 4 5 {{cite tweet|user=NelsonForSenate|number=1059155501706067969|title=Joined @rosariodawson, @zoesaldana, @EvaLongoria, @HereIsGina, @AmericaFerrera, @ReElectNydia, and my friend @DarrenSoto in Kissimmee rallying to get out the vote! Many areas across Florida can still vote early today, find out when and where you can vote: http://nelsonforsenate.com/vote|date=November 4, 2018|first=Bill|last=Nelson|accessdate=November 4, 2018}}
130. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/politics/political-pulse/os-rossello-nelson-endorsement-20180604-story.html|title=Former Puerto Rico Gov. Pedro Rosselló endorses Bill Nelson|date=June 4, 2018|first=Steven|last=Lemongello|work=Orlando Sentinel|accessdate=}}
131. ^1 {{cite web|url=https://www.nbcmiami.com/news/local/Puerto-Ricos-Governor-to-Endorse-Democratic-Incumbent-Bill-Nelson-for-Senate-494802011.html|title=Barack Obama Endorses Andrew Gillum for Governor; Puerto Rico Governor Endorses Bill Nelson for Senate|date=October 1, 2018|publisher=WTVJ|accessdate=October 3, 2018}}
132. ^{{cite tweet|user=NelsonForSenate|number=1043283117203763200|title=.@JoseJavierJJR and @kenrussellmiami joined Nan Ellen and Grace Nelson on the campaign trail in Miami today! They visited senior centers to talk about what's at stake in this election, which not only sparked some lively conversation, but also some singing and dancing.|date=September 21, 2018|accessdate=October 5, 2018}}
133. ^{{cite tweet|user=CarlosGSmith|number=1025408782363512839|title=Time to rid Florida of the red slime known as @FLGovScott by voting to re-elect @NelsonForSenate November 6th.|date=August 3, 2018|first=Carlos G.|last=Smith|accessdate=October 21, 2018}}
134. ^{{cite tweet|user=ShevrinJones|number=1013397438571384832|title=Last night I had the awesome privilege of introducing @NelsonForSenate at #LeadBlue2018 - Senator Nelson has stood strong for us in DC and I look forward to us sending him back, and retiring @FLGovScott from politics. #BlueWave|date=July 1, 2018|first=Shevrin|last=Jones|accessdate=October 21, 2018}}
135. ^{{cite web|url=http://docquery.fec.gov/cgi-bin/fecimg/?201706260200163798|title=SCHEDULE A (FEC Form 3) ITEMIZED RECEIPTS|date=March 30, 2017|first=Philip|last=Levine|work=Federal Election Commission|accessdate=October 9, 2018}}
136. ^{{cite web|url=http://docquery.fec.gov/cgi-bin/fecimg/?201805250200383352|title=SCHEDULE A (FEC Form 3) ITEMIZED RECEIPTS|date=June 16, 2017|first=Buddy|last=Dyer|work=Federal Election Commission|accessdate=October 9, 2018}}
137. ^{{cite tweet|user=AndrewGillum|number=1035570600318783493|title=It's an honor to stand with you, @NelsonForSenate. Let's #BringItHome for Florida!|date=August 31, 2018|first=Andrew|last=Gillum|accessdate=October 5, 2018}}
138. ^{{cite web|url=http://docquery.fec.gov/cgi-bin/fecimg/?201706260200163798|title=SCHEDULE A (FEC Form 3) ITEMIZED RECEIPTS|date=February 13, 2017|first=Jonathan|last=Leibowitz|work=Federal Election Commission|accessdate=October 9, 2018}}
139. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2018/10/31/jimmy-buffett-hosting-free-florida-concert-in-support-of-bill-nelson-and-andrew-gillum|title=Jimmy Buffett hosting free Florida concert in support of Bill Nelson and Andrew Gillum|date=October 31, 2018|first=Paola|last=Peralta|work=Orlando Weekly|accessdate=November 6, 2018}}
140. ^{{cite tweet|user=JeffGreeneFL|number=1013180206146867201|title=Glad to catch up with my friend @NelsonForSenate — a leader, public servant, and all that stands between us and Rick Scott! We’re with you, Senator!|date=June 30, 2018|first=Jeff|last=Greene|accessdate=November 3, 2018}}
141. ^{{cite web|url=http://floridapolitics.com/archives/274765-guttenberg-endorses-nelson-senate|title=Fred Guttenberg endorses Bill Nelson for Senate|date=September 14, 2018|first=Ryan|last=Nicol|work=Florida Politics|accessdate=October 3, 2018}}
142. ^{{cite tweet|user=ShuttleCDRKelly|number=1055098525154009090|title=I was in Orlando yesterday with @JoeBiden getting out the vote for @NelsonforSenate and @SMurphyCongress. The stakes are simply too high to stay home this election. It’s crunch time. Let’s bring it home. Get out and vote, Florida. #VoteSaveLives|date=October 24, 2018|first=Mark|last=Kelly|accessdate=October 27, 2018}}
143. ^{{cite tweet|user=BetteMidler|number=1053747762066538498|title=FLORIDA!! @NelsonForSenate!! #BILLNELSON WON'T SLASH YOUR MEDICARE AND SOCIAL SECURITY, AS #RICKSCOTT IS SURE TO DO! Rick also earned $46 MILLION during his term in office...Where'd he get it? He's not sayin'!! Not worthy to serve!! VOTE BILL NELSON FOR SENATE, HE'S FOR YOU!|date=October 20, 2018|first=Bette|last=Midler|accessdate=October 23, 2018}}
144. ^{{cite tweet|user=carolynporco|number=1052283059922325504|title=This morning I contributed to Bill Nelson's campaign. We need to keep scientists in government!|date=October 16, 2018|first=Carolyn|last=Porco|accessdate=October 27, 2018}}
145. ^{{cite tweet|user=amyschumer|number=1054523400092352515|title=News|date=October 22, 2018|first=Amy|last=Schumer|accessdate=October 23, 2018}}
146. ^{{cite tweet|user=Amy_Siskind|number=1049354160657891328|title=END Mitch McConnell’s reign of terror. Donate/volunteer for these close senate races: Jacky Rosen, NV Phil Bredesen, TN Claire McCaskill, MO Bill Nelson, FL Joe Donnelly, IN Heidi Heitkamp, ND Beto O’Rourke, TX Kyrsten Sinema, AZ Tammy Baldwin, WI|date=October 8, 2018|first=Amy|last=Siskind|accessdate=October 20, 2018}}
147. ^{{cite web|url=http://docquery.fec.gov/cand-gi-bin/fecimg/?201706260200164085|title=SCHEDULE A (FEC Form 3) ITEMIZED RECEIPTS|date=March 21, 2017|first=Barbra|last=Streisand|work=Federal Election Commission|accessdate=April 16, 2018}}
148. ^{{cite web|url=http://docquery.fec.gov/cgi-bin/fecimg/?201706260200163942|title=SCHEDULE A (FEC Form 3) ITEMIZED RECEIPTS|date=January 24, 2017|first=Donald S.|last=Sussman|work=Federal Election Commission|accessdate=October 9, 2018}}
149. ^{{cite tweet|user=itsgabrielleu|number=1052985395959410688|title=As a Florida resident I felt incredibly confident casting my vote for @AndrewGillum & Sen Bill Nelson Let's bring this home!!! Vote by mail or early voting will run from Oct 22nd-Nov 4th in Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties. Nov 6th general election. We vote, we win 🤗|date=October 18, 2018|first=Gabrielle|last=Union|accessdate=October 20, 2018}}
150. ^{{cite web|url=https://retiredamericans.org/florida-retirees-nelson-best-choice-seniors/|title=Florida Retirees: Nelson Best Choice for Seniors|date=July 27, 2018|accessdate=October 29, 2018}}
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158. ^{{cite tweet|user=CSGV|number=1007720328561389569|title=#Florida deserves a senator that will fight for them — not because it is politically expedient, but because it is the right thing to do. In the Senate, @NelsonForSenate will stand up to the gun lobby & work to pass laws that will make America safer. https://www.csgv.org/florida-serious-stopping-gun-violence-bill-nelson-choice/ …|date=June 15, 2018|accessdate=October 6, 2018}}
159. ^{{cite web|url=http://endcitizensunited.org/press-releases/end-citizens-united-endorses-senator-bill-nelson-re-election/|title=End Citizens United Endorses Senator Bill Nelson for Re-election|date=July 6, 2017|work=End Citizens United|accessdate=}}
160. ^{{cite tweet|user=NelsonForSenate|number=1005520193412632577|title=Great to be in Orlando today with the @FLAFLCIO! These workers help make Florida run and I'm honored to receive their endorsement.|date=June 9, 2018|accessdate=October 6, 2018}}
161. ^{{cite web|url=http://docquery.fec.gov/cgi-bin/fecimg/?201707190200220462|title=SCHEDULE A (FEC Form 3) ITEMIZED RECEIPTS|date=June 30, 2017|work=Federal Election Commission|accessdate=March 25, 2018}}
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206. ^"[https://www.news-press.com/story/news/politics/elections/2018/11/15/florida-recount-machine-recount-lee-county-votes-resumes/2011052002/ Sorting error delays Lee County manual recount by more than a day - The News-Press]".
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External links

  • [https://votesmart.org/election/2018/C/FL/2018-congressional Candidates] at Vote Smart
  • [https://ballotpedia.org/United_States_Senate_election_in_Florida,_2018 Candidates] at Ballotpedia
  • [https://www.fec.gov/data/elections/senate/FL/2018/ Campaign finance] at FEC
  • [https://www.opensecrets.org/races/summary?cycle=2018&id=FLS1 Campaign finance] at Center for Responsive Politics
Official campaign websites
  • [https://nelsonforsenate.com/ Bill Nelson (D) for Senate]
  • [https://rickscottforflorida.com/ Rick Scott (R) for Senate]
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