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Crist’s Senate Choice Reflects What Is Best For Charlie, Not Florida

By Abel Harding

The news that Florida Governor Charlie Crist (R) had picked his former Chief of Staff George LeMieux to fill the US Senate seat vacated by Mel Martinez (R) had the political chattering classes in overdrive on Friday. Karen Thurman, the former Congresswoman who chairs the Florida Democratic Party, was decidedly critical. "This glaring example of... »

US Senate free-for-all in Florida

By Abel Harding

Jeb Bush's announcement that he will not seek the seat of retiring US Senator Mel Martinez in 2010 should set the stage for a free-for-all in both parties. Expect Alex Sink, provided she wants a DC role, to emerge as the front-runner on the Democratic side. Rep. Allen Boyd has made no secret of... »