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Far-Right Candidate James Fishback Faces Backlash, Loses School Ties

3/27/2026

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James Fishback, a far-right Florida gubernatorial candidate, faced backlash for racist attacks on Rep. Byron Donalds after altering a photo of Donalds' supporters to resemble George Floyd.
He labeled Donalds a 'slave' to corporate interests and dismissed racism accusations.
Fishback's campaign has raised $22,000.
Broward County Public Schools ended their relationship with him over concerns about his conduct with students.

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James Fishback, a far-right Florida gubernatorial candidate, faced backlash for racist attacks on Rep. Byron Donalds after altering a photo of Donalds' supporters to resemble George Floyd.
He labeled Donalds a 'slave' to corporate interests and dismissed racism accusations.
Fishback's campaign has raised $22,000.
Broward County Public Schools ended their relationship with him over concerns about his conduct with students.