Statewide · 2026 Candidate
Daniel Nokovich
Running for Governor, District Statewide
Party: RepublicanStatus: Qualified
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Positions on Key Issues
Sourced from campaign websites and public statements. These are the candidate's own claims as published, not independently verified by Activate Pinellas unless marked.
Housing
Actors, families, homeless, officials Join the Prayer Team
Actors, families, homeless, officials Join the Prayer Team
Source →Education
What does Dan believe about Florida's education system? Education must build a godly, sustainable society. Dan supports full parental rights, biblical and constitutional literacy, practical life skills, gun safety education, and the elimination of any curriculum that undermines family values, character, and faith.
Why is Dan running as a Republican? Dan is running as a Republican because he believes the party's founding principles — limited government, constitutional fidelity, faith, and family — are worth fighting for from the inside. He is not controlled by the party machine or donor class. He answers to God and to the people of Florida. What does "Returning Florida to the People" actually mean? It means dismantling the systems of corporate and political control that have replaced true self-government. Florida's resources, infrastructure, and decisions belong to Floridians — not NGOs, corporations, or career politicians. We the People are the First Branch of Government. Why is faith so central to this campaign? Because no one can govern a people unwilling or incapable of governing themselves. Self-government requires moral character. Moral character requires a transformed heart. Our founders understood this — and Dan believes it is time Florida returned to that foundation. What is Dan's position on law enforcement? Dan believes the Sheriff is the constitutionally authorized law enforcement officer. He supports consolidating all police forces under Sheriff jurisdiction statewide, requiring constitutional aptitude training, creating citizen audit boards, and returning accountability to local communities. What does Dan believe about Florida's education system? Education must build a godly, sustainable society. Dan supports full parental rights, biblical and constitutional literacy, prac
Source →Environment
Clean, safe water is a basic right — not a political bargaining chip. The Pure Water Act ensures every Floridian has access to uncontaminated drinking water through rigorous standards and accountability.
Clean, safe water is a basic right — not a political bargaining chip. The Pure Water Act ensures every Floridian has access to uncontaminated drinking water through rigorous standards and accountability.
Source →Healthcare
What does healthcare reform look like under your leadership? Healthcare in Florida needs to be restructured around patient outcomes, not profit margins. I'd push for public oversight of the healthcare system with annual audits, merit-based compensation tied to patient success, and a shift toward least-invasive and natural-first approaches before escalating to more aggressive interventions.
What does healthcare reform look like under your leadership? Healthcare in Florida needs to be restructured around patient outcomes, not profit margins. I'd push for public oversight of the healthcare system with annual audits, merit-based compensation tied to patient success, and a shift toward least-invasive and natural-first approaches before escalating to more aggressive interventions. Medical decisions should be driven by compassion and service — not financial incentives. What is your stance on food safety and water quality in Florida? Every Floridian deserves clean water and safe food. Full stop. I'd push to criminalize the knowing distribution of toxic water supplies and tainted food products — holding suppliers, distributors, and vendors accountable. Our families shouldn't have to wonder if their water is safe or if what they're buying at the grocery store is poisoning them. Clean food and clean water aren't political — they're a baseline for life. Where do you stand on abortion? I believe life begins at conception and that the state has an obligation to protect the most vulnerable among us. I oppose abortion. I also believe we need to address the root causes — the broken families, the lack of support systems, the conditions that leave women feeling like they have no other choice. A pro-life position means caring about mothers before and after birth, not just making laws.
Source →Local Government
Community repentance across all 67 counties ✝️
Community repentance across all 67 counties ✝️
Source →Economy
Remove unconstitutional fees, taxes, and fines. Criminalize toxic food throughout the supply chain.
Faith & Family Honoring Christ in the public square. Rebuilding the family — its order, authority, and dignity. Reformation of the faithful. The Church reclaiming its role in culture and community. Constitutional Accountability Sheriff as the primary constitutionally authorized law enforcement. Return to common law judiciary. Remove unconstitutional fees, taxes, and fines. Require 2/3 supermajority for constitutional amendments. Stop state laws granting felonies for traffic violations. Healthcare Reform Compassion and service-based — not profit-driven. Natural healing first, least invasive to last. Public oversight and annual audits. Merit-based pay tied to outcomes. Affordable healthcare starting at $100/month covering spiritual, mental, financial, and emotional health. Education Freedom Education exists to build a godly, sustainable society. Parental rights at every grade level. Required: biblical literacy, the Constitution, practical skills, gun safety, real math, writing, survival skills, nutrition, personal responsibility, and moral character rebuilding. Public Safety & Justice Decentralize law enforcement under Sheriff jurisdiction statewide. Public Safety Boards for local communities. Sheriff constitutional aptitude training required. Judicial case audits. Public examination of judges and outcomes. Return to common law rulings — justice over procedural technicality. Food, Water & Energy Criminalize toxic water supplies. Criminalize toxic food throughout the supply chai
Source →Seniors
By joining We The People, you are engaging in self government and claiming to stand for righteousness and what is good.
By joining We The People, you are engaging in self government and claiming to stand for righteousness and what is good. Engaged | Disengaged Take Your Stand Proverbs 24:11-12 · Psalms 94 · Matthew 6:34 · Proverbs 14:34 The First Branch of Government nokovichforgovernor.com
Source →Public Safety
It's the reason I care about the poor, the broken family, the prisoner, the widow.
Why are you running for governor as a man of faith? Because I believe Florida doesn't just need better policies — it needs leaders with a moral foundation. I'm not running because I think government saves people. I'm running because I believe righteous leadership matters, and right now Florida deserves someone who answers to God before he answers to a party. I'm controlled by no uniparty agenda. I'm accountable to my faith, my family, and the people of Florida. How does your faith shape your approach to governing? The founders understood something critical — a republic requires self-governed people. And self-government requires an internal compass, not just external laws. My faith isn't something I check at the door when I enter office. It's the reason I care about the poor, the broken family, the prisoner, the widow. Government can pass a thousand laws, but no one can govern a people unwilling or incapable of governing themselves. I want to serve Florida the way Scripture describes leadership — as a servant, not a ruler. Do you support religious freedom in Florida? Absolutely, and I believe religious freedom is not a privilege granted by government — it's a natural right protected by the Constitution. Florida's churches, synagogues, mosques, and faith communities should operate without government interference. I will always defend the right of every Floridian to live and work according to their conscience. What does "returning Florida back to God" mean to you practically? It
Source →Frequently Asked
- Who is Daniel Nokovich?
- Daniel Nokovich is a 2026 Republican candidate for Governor, Statewide. Daniel Nokovich has stated positions on 8 key issues.
- What office is Daniel Nokovich running for?
- Daniel Nokovich is running for Governor, Statewide.
- How can I learn more about Daniel Nokovich's positions?
- Daniel Nokovich's stated positions cover: Housing, Education, Environment, Healthcare, Local Government, Economy, Seniors, Public Safety. See full positions below.
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