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Florida GOP Candidate Uses Tinder to Connect with Voters

2/4/2026

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James Fishback, 31, a Republican candidate for Florida governor, launched a Tinder account to connect with young female voters, announcing on X that he will discuss marriage, homeownership, and family life.
He is running to succeed term-limited Governor Ron DeSantis and faces multiple candidates.
Fishback plans a sin tax on OnlyFans content creators, arguing the platform influences young women's aspirations and harms Florida's youth.

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Story summary

James Fishback, 31, a Republican candidate for Florida governor, launched a Tinder account to connect with young female voters, announcing on X that he will discuss marriage, homeownership, and family life.
He is running to succeed term-limited Governor Ron DeSantis and faces multiple candidates.
Fishback plans a sin tax on OnlyFans content creators, arguing the platform influences young women's aspirations and harms Florida's youth.