Suzanne Kosmas

Suzanne Kosmas

U.S. House, Florida - District 24

  • A freshman under attack
  • Experienced, principled leadership
  • Successful small businesswoman

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About Suzanne Kosmas

A major Democratic victory

When Suzanne Kosmas chose to take on entrenched GOP Rep. Tom Feeney in 2008, she knew this right-leaning district could make for a challenge. But her 57-41 victory proved that experienced, principled leadership was exactly what Floridians were looking for. Now, in her first term in Congress, Kosmas is already a top GOP target. With a handful of announced candidates already in the race for 2010, Kosmas will need all the support EMILY's List members can give her to keep this seat in Democratic hands.

A dedicated public servant

A 35-year resident of Florida, Kosmas launched her own residential real estate company in 1979. An active volunteer and board member for environmental and social service organizations, Kosmas helped create the first local “Women Build” initiative in her community, bringing women volunteers together to build affordable housing for single mothers. In Congress, Kosmas serves on both the influential Science and Technology and House Financial Services Committees.

A top GOP target for 2010

Republicans are already on the attack, making this district one of their top pick-up priorities for 2010. With a number of GOP candidates throwing their hats in the ring, Republicans are likely headed for a crowded primary -- but as GOPers fight for top billing on the primary ballot, they're leveling plenty of attacks against Kosmas. EMILY's List members mobilized for Kosmas in 2008, and there's no doubt she'll be counting on the same support as she fights to defend her seat in 2010.

January 26, 2010

Kosmas meets with Haitian earthquake survivors

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Kosmas meets with Haitian earthquake survivors

We often think about the steps our elected women take to protect our rights and fight for progressive change. But often their jobs also include challenging -- and inspiring -- work of a whole different nature.

EMILY's List candidate Cong. Suzanne Kosmas (FL-24) met with survivors of the Haitian earthquake disaster after they landed in central Florida recently. She thanked Red Cross staff and volunteers during her visit and spoke about the encouraging outpouring of support she has seen from Americans in the face of such tragedy.

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January 24, 2010

Kosmas Returns from Congressional Delegation Trip to Afghanistan

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Kosmas Returns from Congressional Delegation Trip to Afghanistan

Congresswoman Suzanne Kosmas (FL-24) returned from a bipartisan Congressional Delegation trip to Afghanistan with five of her colleagues. The visit offered Kosmas the opportunity to meet with military and State Department officials about efforts in Afghanistan and allowed her to have a firsthand, on-the-ground view of operations. She received high level briefings from General Stanley McChrystal, U.S. Ambassador Karl Eikenberry, and other officials about progress in pursuing the Taliban and Al-Qaeda and in providing stability to the Afghan people.

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January 20, 2010

Kosmas Leads Delegation Letter Urging Secretary Vilsack to Tour Freeze-Damaged Florida Crops

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Kosmas Leads Delegation Letter Urging Secretary Vilsack to Tour Freeze-Damaged Florida Crops

Today, Congresswoman Suzanne Kosmas (FL-24) led a bipartisan group of Florida lawmakers in encouraging Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to tour areas of the state damaged by the recent sustained freezing temperatures. The letter, signed by 20 members of the Florida Congressional Delegation, encourages Secretary Vilsack to see first-had the damage caused by one the longest stretches of freezing temperatures in Florida’s history.

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