Monday, May 28, 2018

Dear Manatee and Sarasota friends


   Last year, Regina and I moved to North Carolina. I hope you know that I still care about you. I care about New College and State College of Florida, about Ringling and Mote Marine, about the Manatee River and Sarasota Bay and our barrier islands.  All of these wonderful assets, and many, many more, can be found in western Manatee and Sarasota counties, which comprise District 71 in the Florida House of Representatives.
     I am getting read to drive 660 miles, from Caney Fork to Coquina Beach, to support the campaign of Tracy Pratt for District 71. I have had the privilege of working with Tracy for several years now, and gotten a chance to know her wonderful family, Cole, Atticus and Eleanor. Tracy is a problem solver, not a politician.  With her work ethic, empathy and emphasis on collaboration, Tracy is exactly the type of leader that the people of Florida need to protect their future.

     The toughest part about running for office is getting people to pay attention and to be invested in the outcome. I know that my friends in Manatee and Sarasota care about the same things. We need to invest in a new representative who will be accountable to you and be the voice of the people of District 71. Tracy is kicking off her campaign Thursday evening at Coquina Beach, North Pavilion, kicking off around 4:30. If you can’t make it to the beach, would you consider going to her website at http://www.votetracypratt.com and supporting her there?

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