Paul Congemi
Paul Congemi
St. Petersburg Mayoral Election
$30.9K
NOV 4, 2026
General Election
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Live Odds — St. Petersburg Mayoral Election
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2%chance to win
$30.9KNOV 4, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleBuilder
Political ideologyConservative Republican
LocationFlorida
BackgroundBuilder
Notable personal detailsPaul Congemi is a perennial candidate for mayor of St. Petersburg, Florida, having previously run in 2009, 2013, and 2017. In the 2009 mayoral election, he was described as a former builder. In 2017, he announced a bid for mayor and was described as an advocate and singer-songwriter. In the 2026 mayoral cycle, he filed to run again but later withdrew, citing serious health issues, and endorsed incumbent Mayor Ken Welch.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports policies focused on economically disadvantaged residents and representing the working poor, emphasizing concerns about low wages, unemployment, and lack of medical insurance. Positions indicate a focus on improving economic conditions for lower-income residents rather than advocating tax cuts or reduced government spending.
Healthcare
Prior campaigns and candidate materials emphasize representing the working poor and assisting residents who lack medical insurance, with proposals focused on improving access to care and supporting local health resources. The candidate has directed campaign attention and donations toward free clinics and charitable healthcare support.
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