Both candidates prioritize addressing Florida's high cost of living, with McCurdy advocating for increased funding for public education, mental health services, and affordable housing.

Travaris McCurdy and RaShon Young are set to compete in a special Democratic primary on June 25, 2025, for House District 40 in western Orange County, Florida, following the departure of state Rep. LaVon Bracy Davis.

The race is particularly notable as siblings Randolph Bracy and LaVon Bracy Davis are competing against each other for the same seat.

This election comes on the heels of the passing of Geraldine Thompson, the former senator for District 15, who died earlier this year due to complications from knee-replacement surgery.

Neither candidate fully supports Governor Ron DeSantis' proposal to eliminate property taxes, stressing the need for careful consideration of its long-term impacts.

The primary race also includes competition from Alan Grayson, a former U.S. congressman known for his controversial remarks, and personal injury attorney Coretta Anthony-Smith.

Polls for the primary election will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on June 25, 2025.

The district has a significant Democratic majority, with Black voters representing over half of the registered Democrats, making this primary crucial for the upcoming general election.

Their family has deep roots in Orlando's civic life, with their mother, Lavon Wright Bracy, being a civil rights activist who has endorsed Bracy Davis, adding a layer of complexity to the sibling rivalry.

Bracy has expressed disappointment over his sister's candidacy, viewing it as hurtful, while Bracy Davis has focused her campaign on honoring Thompson's legacy rather than engaging in personal rivalry.

McCurdy, a former state representative, emphasizes his long-standing ties to the community, while Young, currently the chief of staff to Bracy Davis, highlights his close connection to local families.

Young identifies housing affordability as a top concern for residents, pushing for tenant protections and more funding for community medical clinics to enhance healthcare access.