Reports: Bud Chiles dropping independent bid for governor

by Michael C. Bender | August 31st, 2010

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The St. Pete Times and News Service of Florida are reporting that Bud Chiles is dropping his independent bid for governor.

Polls show that Chiles, the son of Lawton “Bud” Chiles — the last Democrat elected governor, was pulling votes almost equally from the two main party nominees, Democrat Alex Sink and Republican Rick Scott.

But many strategists predicted Chiles would be the most trouble for Sink. Chiles hinted last week that he would end his campaign if he was not a “viable” candidate. A Rasmussen poll last week showed Chiles with 4 percent of the vote.

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9 Responses to “Reports: Bud Chiles dropping independent bid for governor”

1. Deb Says:
   August 31st, 2010 at 4:53 pm

   Couldn’t suck the votes away from Sink.

   That’s why he’s going, wonder if she wins if Chiles will get an appointment.

   Political dynasties are not good.

   No to democrat and republican dynasties.

   And NO to Adelade ‘Alex’ Sink. She’ll sign Florida up for regional Cap and Trade(READ that TAX) restrictions.

   Florida can NOT afford Alex Sink as governor.

   She’ll be Florida’s Nancy Pelosi.

2. Sheri12 Says:
   August 31st, 2010 at 4:57 pm

   I’m glad that Chiles will drop his candidacy. My husband and I support Alex Sink for Governor!

3. ELC Says:
   August 31st, 2010 at 5:19 pm

   Well Thank You Bud. Just when I decided
   to give you my vote you up and decide to
   blow us Independents off. Well I certaintly will remember that if you ever decide to run again. All laughing
   aside-this state is in sad shape when this is the best they can put up. I have no respect for the Republicans who
   are now cozing up with Valdemort(aka
   Rick Scott)or that witch Alex Sink. Well
   *****them both, I’m out of here.

4. matt Says:
   August 31st, 2010 at 5:42 pm

   Dear Mr. Blogger,

   In the latest Rasmussen poll Bud received 8%, not 4% as you mention. Please correct your blog and check you facts more closely going forward.

   Thanks

5. Caveman Says:
   August 31st, 2010 at 6:22 pm

   So who do I vote for? Who’s the Green Party candidate?

6. brigitte Says:
   September 1st, 2010 at 9:55 am

   Chiles probably never meant to run. You know how politics is. As for Alex “The Chin” Sink, she’s not going to make it. Its written in the stars that Rick Scott will be the Governor of Fla.

7. Curtis Lavarello Says:
   September 1st, 2010 at 10:30 am

   Alex Sink is now doubt the best choice for Florida’s next Governor. Mr. Chiles did the honorable thing by dropping out of this race and clearing the way for Sink. This race is really a no-brainer. Mr. Scott has already demontrated how low he will sink to win. His failing to agree to debate Ms. Sink is a clear indication he knows his past will surface.

8. RealAngst Says:
   September 1st, 2010 at 1:21 pm

   Of the two, Sink works best for me. Anyone who thinks that Rick Scott (another crook and SCUMBAG who already ripped off Florida Taxpayers) is the answer, clearly does not understand the question.

9. brigitte Says:
   September 1st, 2010 at 2:54 pm

   Rick Scott is unstoppable. He’s going to be Florida’s next governor. Sink? Lol. She’s sure gonna sink.