Press Release - June 19, 2007
Tallahassee - Republican Party of Florida Chairman Jim Greer released the following statement today regarding "Juneteenth," a celebration recognizing June 19, 1865, the day the last American slaves learned that they were free:
"'Juneteenth' is a celebration of the day when the last remaining slaves received word that President Lincoln had signed the Emancipation Proclamation, resulting in their freedom. As the Party of Abraham Lincoln, the Republican Party of Florida is built on the foundation of freedom, and this principle is as important to us today it was so many years ago, when President Lincoln helped to found the Republican Party as the anti-slavery party. Over 140 years, we have championed these convictions. From the Civil Rights laws of the 1860s to the landmark 1954 decision in Brown vs. the Board of Education, which called for the end of segregation in public schools, the Republican Party has always been an advocate for civil rights.
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RPOF Press Release - June 14, 2007
Tallahassee - Republican Party of Florida Chairman Jim Greer released the following statement today regarding the property tax plan passed by the Florida Legislature:
"I commend Governor Crist, Senate President Ken Pruitt and House Speaker Marco Rubio for their leadership in passing this tax cut for Florida's families and businesses - the largest tax cut in our state's history.
"As a former City Councilman, I understand the need to provide essential services such as police and fire protection to families and communities, but local governments certainly have room to tighten their belts, and that is exactly what this bill requires.
"Cutting $15.6 billion in property taxes and capping the rate at which local governments can collect taxes in the future is no small feat. Moreover, when voters go to the polls to vote during Florida's historic January 29 presidential election next year, they will have the opportunity to create a new super-sized homestead exemption. Once again, under Republican leadership, Florida's families and businesses will continue to enjoy common-sense solutions derived from innovative ideas."
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New York Post - June 12, 2007
Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton has named Florida Rep. Alcee Hastings co-chairman of her presidential effort in the Sunshine State.
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RPOF Press Release - June 11, 2007
As John Edwards touts his man-of-the-people rhetoric during his "small change for big change" fundraiser in Key Biscayne tonight, Floridians join voters nationwide in noting his hypocrisy on the issue of poverty.
"While John Edwards is collecting 'small change' in Key Biscayne, voters are waiting to hear what kind of big change this hypocritical candidate is making to his lavish lifestyle," said Republican Party of Florida Chairman Jim Greer.
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RPOF Press Release - June 08, 2007
This weekend Floridians welcome Nancy Pelosi to the Sunshine State as the Speaker attempts to defend the Democrats' hypocrisy and failed record of achievement during their first 150 days in control of Congress.
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RPOF Press Release - June 05, 2007
Tallahassee - Republican Party of Florida Chairman Jim Greer released the following statement today regarding Ron Schultz's victory in the Republican Primary election for House District 43, formerly held by Representative Charles Dean:
"We congratulate Ron Schultz on his primary victory and we now turn our sights towards the general election. We are confident that voters in House District 43 will embrace Ron's energy and experience and we are ready to hit the ground running to ensure victory in this race. The Democrats have proven time and again that they are out of touch with mainstream Florida values, and this race will be no exception."
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RPOF Press Release - June 05, 2007
Tallahassee - Republican Party of Florida Chairman Jim Greer released the following statement today regarding Kurt Kelly's victory in the Republican Primary election for House District 24, formerly held by Representative Dennis Baxley:
"We applaud Kurt's victory in the primary election and look forward to his smooth victory in the general election. The fact that the Democrats did not even field a candidate in this race attests to the fact that the Democrat Party is out of touch not only in this district but throughout Florida, where mainstream values run deep and voters connect with the Republican principles of lower taxes, less government, and more freedom."
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Press Release - May 30, 2007
Tallahassee - Republican Party of Florida Chairman Jim Greer released the following statement today regarding Congressman Ron Klein's fundraiser tonight in Ft. Lauderdale:
"While Ron Klein comes home to Florida for a little fundraising, perhaps he should consider handing over some of his campaign cash to our men and women in uniform in an effort to make up for the troop funding bill he voted against last week. (H.R. 2206, CQ Vote #425, 5/24/07)
"Votes like this are further proof that Ron Klein's values do not match the values of mainstream Florida, foretelling a major struggle as he attempts to mount a re-election campaign."
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Press Release - May 25, 2007
Excerpts from Articles on Congressman Tim Mahoney, Who Says "…This Isn't The Greatest Job I've Had"
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Press Release - May 21, 2007
Republican Party of Florida Chairman Jim Greer released the following statement today regarding Hillary Clinton's fundraising trip to Florida today:
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