FORT LAUDERDALE — Ben Sorensen for Congress on Saturday announced the backing of Fort Lauderdale Professional Firefighters - IAFF Local 765.

"We commend you on your continued willingness to serve in public office, and because of that, the Fort Lauderdale Professional Firefighters wish to endorse and support your campaign for election to United States Congress District 23," President J. Scott Bayne said in the endorsement letter.

Bayne continue: "Over the years you have shown to genuinely care for the people of Fort Lauderdale and support the Firefighters on the front lines. We are proud to have worked with you over the years and are pleased to put our support for the right person for the job! Florida needs good people serving in public office and we believe you hold the qualities needed to serve our community."

On August 23rd, vote Democrat Ben Sorensen for Congressional District 23!