Just got the following email from Ellis Robinson of Ruth's List Florida. Popular Democratic CFO Alex Sink has decided to run for governor! This is very big news for Florida Democrats, and very bad news for Florida Republicans. And it's excellent news for the citizens of Florida who desperately need a change of leadership in GOP-dominated Tallahassee. Our state is in crisis and Charlie Crist chose to jump ship and run for the U.S. Senate instead of sticking around to try to solve our problems. (Since he helped cause most of them, it's actually very good that he's leaving.) We now have a chance to elect a qualified, competent leader. Here's the announcement:
GREAT NEWS!
As of 1:00pm today, Alex Sink is running for Governor!
I know you share my delight that she is taking on this all-important task. Alex Sink has proven herself a capable and dedicated leader in her role as Chief Financial Officer. She has saved taxpayers millions of dollars by streamlining state services, holding contractors accountable, and bringing her business savvy to the job'
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Just as important, as a member of the cabinet, Alex has supported progressive issues like voters rights, conservation, and other key decisions.
When Alex Sink is elected in November 2010, she will be Florida's first woman governor! There can be no higher priority for Ruth's List Florida members and everyone who cares about Florida's future than to help elect this extraordinary progressive, Democratic woman to our state's highest office.
And it won't be cheap.
Right now, you can help give the Alex Sink for Governor campaign an extra boost by making a contribution.
Visit www.AlexSink2010.com and make a donation now.
Plus, you'll see the new governor banner! Please share this information with your family and friends, too.
I want to make sure you have this wonderful news first, so I'll stop now. Congratulations to Alex Sink -- and to all of us who love Florida!
More soon,
Ellis
Ellis M.M. Robinson
Ruth's List Florida
Here's a great chance for a Democratic pick up.