"In politics, it always seems like it's a game. Unfortunately, in politics, when you lose, there are consequences. It's not just a game."

Carlos Lopez-Cantera (1974)
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About Carlos Lopez-Cantera

Carlos Lopez-Cantera is a Cuban-American politician who served as the 19th Lieutenant Governor of Florida from 2014 to 2019. Born in Spain, Lopez-Cantera immigrated to the United States as a child with his family. He began his political career in Miami-Dade County, holding various positions including City of Miami District 7 Commissioner, and Florida House of Representatives District 113 Representative. Lopez-Cantera became the first Hispanic to hold the position of Lieutenant Governor in Florida when he was appointed by Governor Rick Scott.

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