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The Florida Democratic Party is adding four more candidates to its “Take Back Local” program as several municipal races head into December runoffs.

Party leaders say the slate represents an effort to regain ground in local government after years of GOP control across much of the state. FDP Chair Nikki Fried said the party is investing in fieldwork — including phone banking and door-knocking — to boost turnout in low-profile, late-year elections.

The list includes Eileen Higgins , who is seeking to become the first female Mayor of Miami and the first Democrat to lead the city in nearly 30 years. She advanced to a Dec. 9 runoff after a crowded first round of voting.

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