In the upcoming City of Miami general election, The Miami Times believes Commissioner Christine King should retain her seat as the representative of District 5.
Over the past four years, King has demonstrated her commitment to Miami’s Black neighborhoods. Her First Time Homebuyer Program is building generational wealth for families in historically marginalized communities by offering forgivable subsidies of up to $200,000 and repurposing city-owned infill lots for affordable construction. She also has a track record of supporting grassroots programs for underprivileged youth and renovating city parks.
King stands out as a particularly accessible and responsive politician in City of Miami government, holding weekly office hours, hosting community meetings and responding to resident inquiries via email. Miami’s Black residents need a representative with whom they can speak beyond the allotted two minutes at bi-monthly commission meetings.
Most recently, King pushed city staff to add two additional early voting sites immediately within Miami’s Black community for the upcoming election, after an original plan included none. She is also currently advocating for and encouraging local small business participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup games, which we commend.
King is the most well-funded and politically seasoned candidate in this race. Her experience and record of service make her the clear choice for a second and final term. We encourage her to build on her accomplishments while embracing bold, innovative ideas that deliver lasting progress for Miami’s Black community. The city’s Black residents deserve a representative who not only understands the machinery of government but is also unafraid to challenge it, a leader who will speak with conviction and consistency on their behalf at City Hall.
Early voting in the City of Miami is now underway at Carrie P. Meek Senior and Cultural Center, Gerry Curtis Park Community Center, Hispanic Branch Library, Legion Memorial Park Community Center, Miami City Hall, Shenandoah Branch Library, Stephen P. Clark Government Center, and West Flagler Branch Library. Early voting sites are open Oct. 29-Oct. 31 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Nov. 1-2 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The general municipal election takes place Nov. 4. If required, a runoff will take place Dec. 9.