The political landscape of Miami has been heavily influenced by three families—Carollo, Suarez, and Regalado—since 1979. Mayor Francis Suarez, who took over from his father Xavier Suarez, and the Carollo brothers have maintained a profound presence, alternating roles in the City Commission for years. Additionally, Jose Regalado is currently contesting for a vacant commission seat. With the potential re-election of various family members in 2025, critics like activist Horacio Aguirre are calling for term limits to promote democratic renewal in the city’s political arena.
Nobody should be on the dais forever. And nobody's last name should be on the dais forever," said Horacio Aguirre, a longtime Miami activist who supports stricter term limits. "A democracy needs new people.
Since 1979, there has only been one year without a Carollo, a Regalado or a Suarez in city office, highlighting the unusual political dynasty in Miami.
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