At least three of them used large personal loans to outspend their rivals, and the Republicans still have more campaign money overall. But Democrats say their increasing fundraising prowess combined with major voter drives - they registered 100,000 more voters than Republican did as of May - will give them the edge in November.
"These new finance numbers combined with the huge swing toward Democratic voter registration shows the enthusiasm and momentum Democrats are building throughout Florida," said state party spokesman Eric Jotkoff.
Republicans disagreed.
"Keeping in mind that the amount raised is only one type of support, if we are going to get into a debate with the Democrats over finances, we have to look at the whole picture," said Katie Gordon, a spokeswoman for the Republican Party of Florida.
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