Meet the Candidate
Born and raised in Tallahassee, Dr. Gallop P. Franklin II, graduate from Florida A&M University's College of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences is a Clinical Pharmacist with a focus on Pharmaceutical Compounding at TMH, and an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Florida A&M University where he is the Chair of the Curriculum Committee for the College.
Gallop Franklin
Gallop has committed his professional life to addressing health disparities of the community. While a College student, from 2009 - 2011, Gallop served on the Florida A&M University Board of Trustees, and because of his in-depth understanding of Florida's Higher Education System, he was elected to serve one year (2010 - 2011) on the Florida Board of Governors, which is the policy board for the State University System of Florida.
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Because of Gallop's interest in public service, he sought out the opportunity to serve as a Gubernatorial fellow, where he was able to learn how Florida's Government governs the State of Florida as well as assist during the process under the leadership of Gov. Charlie Crist. While a Gubernatorial Fellow, Gallop was nominated by U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson and then was confirmed by the Open World Leadership to serve as an International Fellow, which at the time was a group of aspiring U.S. leaders who played an intricate role within US-Eurasian relationships.
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Shortly after the aforementioned appointment Gallop and others established a non-profit organization (CAREEL) to assist in the strengthening of US-Eurasian relationships, where Gallop served as a member of the Advisory board and the Advancement Director. With the desire to continue to help the community through additional avenues, Gallop founded Gallop Inc. where he serves as the President/CEO. Gallop Inc. is a general consulting firm with its main focus on education; Gallop Inc. also recently created a boutique Real Estate investment firm to provide affordable housing for communities throughout Northern Florida. He also serves as the Vice-President of Diversity for the Suwannee River Area Boy Scouts of America Council. He is a member of the City of Tallahassee Minority, Women & Small Business Enterprise Citizen Advisory Committee, and is a member of the Tallahassee Human Relations Council.
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Franklin is a fourth-degree black belt in Shaolin Goju karate, a former nationally ranked gymnast, and accomplished violinist.
Qualifications
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• Former Member of the FAMU Board of Trustees
• Former Member of the SUS Florida Board of Governors (Academic Affairs Vice-Chair of Academic Affairs)
• Former Gubernatorial Fellow Appointed by Charlie Crist
• Former Pharmacist at Publix Pharmacy
• Pharmacist at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
• Assistant Professor at the FAMU College of Pharmacy, Institute of Public Health
• Boy Scouts of America Suwannee River Area Council Vice-President of Diversity
• Member of the Minority, Women, and Small Business Enterprise Citizen Advisory Committee
• MLK Foundation Board Member
• Member of the Tallahassee Human Relations Council
My Platform
AS OUR STATE REPRESENTATIVE, GALLOP IS COMMITTED TO:
ENDING UNFAIR TAXES ON HARDWORKING FAMILIES
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Gallop will work to lower taxes and to cut costs of living for hardworking families.
FULLY FUNDING GADSDEN AND LEON COUNTY SCHOOLS
Gallop will make sure we invest in our kids by fully funding schools and giving our teachers a real pay raise.
CREATING JOBS WITH BETTER WAGES
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Gallop work hard everyday to make sure the hard working familes of Gadsden and Leon keep the money they earn.
MAKING HEALTHCARE AFFORDABLE FOR ALL
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As a pharmacist, Gallop will fight to make healthcare affordable for every family in Gadsden and Leon Counties.
SUPPORTING STATE EMPLOYEES
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Gallop has been a state employee since 20 l 8, so naturally he is committed to protecting state employee benefits, and fighting for competitive pay.
FAQs
What makes you the ideal candidate to tackle the problems of the moment?
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I have extensive experience within the three main challenges facing this regional community: economic development, access to affordable and quality healthcare, and education. Also, this house district seat represents FAMU in the Florida legislature, and as a former member of the FAMU Board of Trustees and State University System Florida Board of Governors I am the most well-versed candidate on higher education policy issues which will allow me to protect and preserve the rich tradition and legacy of Florida A&M University. In addition as a state employee, I am committed to protecting state employee benefits, and fighting for competitive market rate pay.
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What is the biggest issue facing District 8 and how would you address it?
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Poverty is the biggest issue facing district 8. In most cases, poverty is directly coupled with crime and drug abuse because when people are struggling to feed their families, mental health issues arise, and desperation can cultivate criminal activity. Focusing on investing in economic development would be the first step to working with community members to find sustainable solutions. Solutions such as investing in infrastructure, transportation modes, small business growth initiatives, business recruitment initiatives, and broad-based education such as trade schools and skills programs will uplift the families that reside in this regional community. Every home deserves economic opportunity regardless of their socioeconomic or educational background.
