Democrats are becoming a force in traditionally conservative The Villages
The Villages, one of the world’s largest retirement communities, has long been known as a conservative stronghold. In the past, left-leaning residents of the central Florida enclave tended to keep their views to themselves, fearing they might be kicked out of their golf group, excluded from the mahjong club, or disinvited from a neighborhood pool party.
But Vice President Kamala Harris’ emergence as the Democratic Party’s presidential candidate has given the small, but enthusiastic group a boost of confidence and a push into the light.
“They are beginning to realize that they have a voice and they can use it,” said Diane Foley, President of the Villages Democratic Club, which has seen its me...
