Florida, you’re back in the political spotlight
by Michael C. Bender | April 29th, 2010
Members of the Capitol media ask Florida Governor Charlie Crist questions about his US Senate run on Wednesday . (AP)
Voters shut out of the Democratic presidential primary race in 2008, forced to cast a ballot for Mark Foley’s name in 2006 and introduced to hanging chads in 2000 clearly understand that the Sunshine State is a frequent and welcome guest on the 24-hour cable news channels.
And Republican Gov. Charlie Crist has once again thrust Florida into the center of the national political discussion with his announcement, expected Thursday, that he’ll run as an independent candidate for the U.S. Senate.
Other recent Charlie Crist stories:
Sunday, April 25: Crist reclaims populist credentials, holds GOP-led legislature in check
Saturday, April 24: VIDEO: ‘I have very much enjoyed being a member of the Republican Party
Thursday, April 22: GOP friends leaving Crist before he can leave them
Thursday April 22: VIDEO: Crist on Cheney slight: ‘Do I look upset?’
Sunday, April 18: Crist’s next move: Fight or flight
Sunday, April 18: Crist’s campaign asks teachers to change party affiliation
Friday, April 17: Chalk one up for teachers: In veto, Crist faults legislators for not listening
Thursday, April 16: ANALYSIS: Crist near decision on teacher pay
Tags: Charlie Crist, independent, Republicans, U.S. Senate
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