MIKE KLEIN
Independent candidate for U.S. House in Florida's 3rd District. An Army infantry officer and Gulf War veteran who grew up in North Central Florida, running to answer to the people — not party leaders, corporate PACs, or special interests.
Operational Background
The Case for Independence
"I grew up in this district, served our country as an Army infantry officer and Gulf War veteran, and have spent my life working in business, healthcare and economic development. I believe public service should be grounded in integrity, responsibility and the courage to put country before party."
The Core Problem
"The people of this district have more in common than what divides us. They deserve a practical, common-sense alternative."
Mike Klein · U.S. Army Veteran · North Central Florida
Where He Stands
Priorities for Florida's 3rd District
Money Out of Politics
Getting money out of politics and defending constitutional democracy — a representative who answers to constituents rather than corporate PACs or party leadership.
Cost of Living & Local Economy
Lowering the cost of living, strengthening local businesses and rural communities, and rebuilding an economy in which hard work is fairly rewarded.
Healthcare & Veterans' Care
Protecting Social Security, improving healthcare, and strengthening veterans' care for the community he served alongside.
The Race
Why It Matters
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The only veteran in the FL-03 race — an Army infantry officer and Gulf War veteran running where he grew up.
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An independent on the November ballot — no party primary to clear, and nothing owed to either machine.
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Early support from former Congressman Dennis Kucinich, Veterans for Voters, and Scott Camil of Veterans for Peace.
The Opportunity
Florida's 3rd stretches across North Central Florida — Gainesville, Ocala, Lake City and the rural counties between them. It is the kind of district the two parties treat as settled. Mike offers the one thing neither nominee can: a veteran with no party machine behind him, running on cost of living, veterans' care, and getting money out of politics.