to every part of the state, laying the groundwork for success in both the Primary and General election. By deploying res
MEMO TO:
Supporters
FROM:
Christian Ulvert, Senior Advisor Philip Levine for Governor
RE:
PHILIP LEVINE HOLDS COMMANDING LEAD IN KEY MARKETS
In the last two weeks, the campaign conducted regional polls in two key Florida markets – Southeast Florida and Tampa Bay – which together represent more than 50% of the state’s Democratic primary vote. Philip Levine now has a commanding lead in both markets. TAMPA BAY MARKET: Levine leads Graham by 14-points, while Gillum and King remain in single digits For the first time in four cycles, although Tampa Bay doesn’t have a local candidate, new polling shows a new favorite has emerged. Voters there give Philip Levine a 14-point advantage over Gwen Graham. The latest polling not only reflects Philip’s message and media campaign, but also his decision to invest heavily and early in a regional field and outreach program. With Levine for Governor being the only campaign with regional offices in the Tampa Bay area, we remain best positioned to reach voters through every medium.
Tampa Bay Media Market Horserace 35
32
30 25 18
20 15
9
10
3
5 0 LEVINE
GRAHAM
GILLUM
KING
The graph below shows how Philip has grown his name ID in the market to nearly 50-percent, and growing, among Democratic primary voters and holds a net 32-percent favorable rating. 1
Tampa Bay Media Market Name ID 60 48
50 40
35 27
30 20
15
10 0 LEVINE
GRAHAM
GILLUM
KING
SOUTH FLORIDA MARKET: Levine leads Graham by a staggering 27-point margin, Gillum and King remain in low single digits As the only candidate from either side that is based in South Florida, and a product of South Florida, Philip Levine has a whopping 27-point lead over Gwen Graham in the tri-county region.
South Florida Media Market Horserace 45
42
40 35 30 25 20
15
15 10
7
6
GILLUM
KING
5 0 LEVINE
GRAHAM
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Philip Levine has the strongest name ID and brand awareness in the key South Florida counties. His all-time high of nearly 60-percent, and growing, shows why he is well-positioned to dominate in his home turf. Philip also enjoys a staggering 47-percent approval rating in the region.
South Florida Media Market Name ID 60
57
50
40 33 30 21 20
16
10
0 LEVINE
GRAHAM
GILLUM
KING
BOTTOM LINE: Philip Levine continues to out-raise, out-communicate and outwork the Democratic field for Governor. He is building a winning campaign strategy designed to take him to every part of the state, laying the groundwork for success in both the Primary and General election. By deploying resources early, and building a true grassroots and people-powered campaign, Levine for Governor begins the critical 120 days leading up to the August 28th primary well-positioned and growing.