Endorsements
While every election is ultimately decided by the voters at the ballot box, endorsements from respected organizations and community leaders are an important vote of confidence.
These individuals and groups have had the opportunity to work closely with me, observe my leadership firsthand, and evaluate my record of service to our community. I'm honored to have earned their trust, and I hope to earn yours as well.
Leon County Deputies of the Florida PBA:
"Commissioner Minor has been a true partner to law enforcement in Leon County and will continue to do what it takes to keep our community safe and strengthen working conditions for our members. We are proud to endorse his re-election for District 3!"
Big Bend Labor Chapter, AFL-CIO:
"The Big Bend Labor Chapter, AFL-CIO is honored to endorse Rick Minor for County Commission Seat 3 because he is fighting for a Leon County with fair wages and safe working conditions. Commissioner Minor has spent his time in the Leon County Commission improving infrastructure, supporting economic growth, and protecting community resources. He has served the people of Leon County by listening to their concerns and standing with both unionized and non-unionized workers."
National Democratic Elected Officials (NDCO)
NDCO members serve as county elected officials in over 3,000 county governments, in all fifty states, and the organization represents and supports a broad, diverse group of elected officials from rural, urban and suburban communities.
Equality Florida Action PAC:
“Equality Florida Action PAC endorses Rick Minor’s reelection to Leon County District 3! During his time in office, Commissioner Minor has been an outspoken ally for our LGBTQ+ community and he has the experience and skill that Leon County needs. Equality Florida Action PAC is excited to endorse him in his campaign!”
The Honorable Al Lawson (former Congressman, former State Senator, and former State Representative):
“Rick Minor has been a great leader in Tallahassee. He is a leader you can trust. Keep him on the County Commission.”
The Honorable Marjorie Turnbull (former Florida Representative and former Leon County Commissioner):
"Rick Minor is honest, trustworthy, compassionate, hardworking, openly listens, achieves results, is able to build consensus, and puts his constituents above himself. These are the reasons why I'm enthusiastically endorsing his re-election to the Leon County Commission."
The Honorable Dr. Henry Lewis III (former Leon County Commissioner and the first African American elected to the Leon County Commission; former Dean and Interim President of the FAMU College of Pharmacy):
“Rick Minor has my total support for reelection to the County Commission. His people-centered approach has connected him to the people who elected him. His work is transforming North Monroe Street and bringing millions of dollars to Leon County. Let’s keep Rick working for US!"
The Honorable Mary Ann Lindley (former Leon County Commissioner and former editor/journalist with the Tallahassee Democrat):
”Rick Minor brings a thoughtfulness and courtesy to public office that may have been common once, but is now yearned for by voters. Leon County voters will also benefit from an open-minded commissioner who listens to and considers what the community is saying.”
Ms. Althemese Barnes (Founder & Executive Director Emeritus of the John G. Riley Center & Museum, President Barack Obama appointee, and recipient of the Tallahassee Greater Chamber of Commerce Lifetime Leadership Award):
“Rick Minor has always been present, prepared, and a strong advocate and visionary. I support Rick and hope for his successful campaign.”