As the 2026 election season gains momentum and voters focus on issues such as the rising cost of living, healthcare access, and the protection of democratic institutions, the South Lake Democratic Club and the Lake County Young Democrats invite the community to attend a Congressional Candidate Forum for Florida’s 11th Congressional District.
This free public event offers residents a valuable opportunity to hear directly from candidates seeking to represent District 11 in Congress. Attendees will learn about each candidate’s priorities, vision, and plans for addressing the issues that matter most to Central Florida families.
Confirmed candidates currently include:
- Royal Webster
- Dan Williams
Additional candidates may qualify before the filing deadline. Candidate information is based on the Florida Division of Elections website as of June 7, 2026. Candidates must successfully qualify for the office to participate. The qualification period concludes at noon on June 12, 2026.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Doors Open: 9:30 am
Candidate Forum: 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Meet & Greet: Immediately following the forum
Location:
Clermont City Center
520 W. Montrose Street
Clermont, Florida
Admission: Free and open to the public.
Community members are encouraged to attend, engage with the candidates, and become informed about the individuals seeking to represent Florida’s 11th Congressional District during this pivotal election cycle.
Media Contacts
Banks Helfrich
President, South Lake Democratic Club
352-255-5764
bankshelfrich@gmail.com
Ethan Prilliman
President, Lake County Young Democrats
352-809-2231
eprilliman@gmail.com
Pedro Esaki
Public Relations, Lake County Young Democrats
352-978-7989
pedroesakiaero@gmail.com
