Las Rosas Hosted Political Panel Event Series
The Road to the Midterms series launched to engage Miami voters through community discussion and advocacy.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Civic Engagement
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Las Rosas hosted its first panel for the Road to the Midterms series, bringing together local figures to discuss political issues. The initiative aims to connect with residents who feel alienated from the traditional political establishment.
Why it matters
Organizers launched the series to facilitate community dialogue on pressing local topics, including affordability and immigration enforcement. By combining political panels with social gatherings, the events seek to encourage civic participation among diverse demographics.
Florida registered voters are split into three equal groups of one-third Republican, one-third Democrat, and one-third independent. The series plans to continue through the 2028 presidential election.
The players
Valentina Pereda
She served as the moderator for the inaugural panel discussion held at Las Rosas.
Miami Freedom Project
This organization provided information regarding ballot questions and volunteer opportunities to event attendees.
Las Rosas
This venue located in the Allapattah neighborhood hosted the political panel series.
The details
Moderated by Valentina Pereda, the first panel featured Coloma Kaboomsky, Adam Gersten, and Isaiah Thomas. The Miami Freedom Project participated by providing attendees with resources on ballot questions and local volunteer opportunities.
Timeline
The first panel discussion took place on October 7, 2026.
The next major election is set for November 3, 2026.
The event series will run through the 2028 presidential election.
Political Context
Opponents of community-led panels often argue that localized political discussions can lead to echo chambers that fail to bridge partisan divides. Critics typically emphasize the necessity of structured, institutional debates over grassroots gatherings to ensure broader representation.
Residents attending the series receive information on ballot questions and potential volunteer opportunities to engage with the political process. Participants who sign up for volunteer activities are also offered cocktails during the post-panel social gatherings.
The takeaway
The Road to the Midterms series demonstrates how community spaces can integrate political advocacy into social programming. Residents interested in civic involvement can use these platforms to clarify ballot questions and find local volunteer roles.
What happens next
Organizers have tentatively scheduled the next panel event for the following week, with the discussion expected to focus on issues surrounding surveillance and immigration enforcement.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to encourage participation in the Civic Engagement section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Miami New Times.
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