Cristov Dosev
Cristov Dosev (born October 21, 1961) a real estate developer and political activist in Pensacola, Florida.[1] A Republican, Dosev ran unsuccessfully for the Florida House of Representatives and the United States House of Representatives.[2][3]
Early life and education
Dosev is a veteran of the Marine Corps[4] and attended the University of Florida, graduating in 1984 with an engineering degree.
Career and activism
Dosev has run in 3 Republican primaries for legislative office; he has lost all three.[5] He is an active leader for veteran causes in Pensacola.[6]
In 2018, Dosev faced criticism for falsely claiming to have been endorsed by former President Donald Trump[7] and then criticizing Trump for his infidelities and never serving in the military.[8] Dosev was supported in his campaign by Bill Kristol[9] a well known opponent of the former President.
In 2020, Dosev made news when he attempted to block the driveway of a Pensacola abortion clinic to prevent the spread of COVID-19.[10]
He made national news in 2020 when he alleged someone placed a hot dog laced with toothpicks on his porch in an attempt to kill his dog, Maverick.[11] Dosev also received statewide backlash when he ran television ads labelled homophobic and transphobic by Equality Florida and others.[12]
Dosev is a frequent contributor and editorialist for the Pensacola News Journal[13] and local news outlets.[14][15] After an attack at NAS Pensacola, Dosev called on the Navy to close the base to Saudi trainees.[16] He is a frequent critic of Matt Gaetz.[17] He once opined that Gaetz removed his own license to practice law, before it was renewed.[18] In 2020, he called on Gaetz to resign from Congress.[19] He also accused Gaetz of defrauding veterans in his district.[20]
He is actively leading the effort to privately fund the construction of a park and statue in honor of General Daniel "Chappie" James in Pensacola,[21] the first black 4 star general in the U.S. Military.[22] He recently announced a collaboration with Ed Dwight to sculpt the statue of General James.[23]
References
- ↑ Marlette, Andy. "It's Moscow Matt Gaetz vs. Dollar-bill Cris Dosev! | Andy Marlette". Tallahassee Democrat. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ "Cris Dosev". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ "Matt Gaetz faces primary challenge from Marine vet". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Lucas, John (2018-03-28). "Marine vet qualifies to run against U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz in Republican primary". The Capitolist. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ "Cris Dosev". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Robinson, Kevin. "'No one could match his courage': Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Chuck Pitman passes away". Pensacola News Journal. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ "In Trump's GOP, candidates battle to mimic the president best". Tampa Bay Times. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Schorsch, Peter (2018-05-05). "While Trump is under attack, this Republican is making fun, unlike Matt Gaetz". Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Beninate, Renee (2020-07-30). "Florida House District 2 candidates take aim at each other in political ads". WEAR. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ "Marine Vet Blocks Pensacola Abortion Mill Driveway to Prevent Spread of COVID-19 from Louisiana Hot Spot | Operation Rescue". 2020-04-01. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Daly, Michael (2020-08-19). "Florida's Dirtiest Campaign Featured an Allegedly Booby-Trapped Hot Dog". The Daily Beast. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Network, Editorial Boards-USA Today-Florida. "Editorial: In a bizarre campaign season, some Florida stories stand out". The Palm Beach Post. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Dosev, Cris. "Triumph money should go toward hurricane relief | Guestview". Pensacola News Journal. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Dosev, Cris. "Ed Gray's 'heinous' crimes deserve harsh punishment, not leniency | Guestview". Pensacola News Journal. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Board, Editorial. "Editorial: Pensacola needs more prominent, public tribute to Gen. Chappie James". Pensacola News Journal. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Miller, Cris Dosev and Capt Kevin. "Saudi students must be sent home after NAS Pensacola attack | Guestview". Pensacola News Journal. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Bort, Ryan; Bort, Ryan (2020-02-13). "Matt Gaetz Is Having a Bad Hair Day". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Pagliery, Jose (2021-10-22). "'Delinquent' Matt Gaetz Blocked from Practicing Law". The Daily Beast. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Iverson, Olivia (2021-04-02). "Two former Gaetz NWFL political opponents call for congressman to resign". WEAR. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Mencimer, Stephanie. "How Matt Gaetz used daddy's money to become Trump's favorite congressman". Mother Jones. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Staff, WEAR (2022-06-08). "Plans for General Daniel 'Chappie' James, Jr. Memorial Plaza ready for submission". WEAR. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Little, Jim. "Group fundraising for monument after Gen. Daniel 'Chappie' James Jr. Bridge gets official OK". Pensacola News Journal. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
- ↑ Newby, Jake. "'A perfect match:' Renowned artist Ed Dwight will sculpt Gen. 'Chappie' James statue". Pensacola News Journal. Retrieved 2022-12-30.
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