Two Republican names that have surfaced frequently in Rick Scott’s running mate speculation both confirmed Tuesday that they are not interested in the job.
University of North Florida President John Delaney, a former
mayor of Jacksonville, would not confirm whether Scott’s people
approached him about joining the ticket. But Delaney said he just signed
a five-year contract extension at UNF and is not interested in leaving.
“I’m staying in Jacksonville,” he said.
State Rep. Bill Galvano, R-Bradenton, said he was approached last week by aides to Scott who wanted to gauge his interest in applying to be the next lieutenant governor. (Scott's campaign said he wasn't on the short list.) Galvano, a termed-out member of House leadership and a 2012 Senate candidate, said the timing for him is all wrong.
“It’s not something I’m interested in,” Galvano said. “I want to
focus on my business and my family.” He said all three of his children
have started the year in new schools. Galvano was vetted as a potential
running mate for Charlie Crist in 2006.
-- Steve Bousquet
-- Steve Bousquet
Boring, boring, choices here. Please give the party an exciting conservative!
Posted by: Pick an intellectual impassioned candidate, please | August 31, 2010 at 09:11 AM
I love Bill Galvano. What a perfect pick. A woman might also be an appropriate pick. Then it wouldn't seem like two men ganging up on Sink.
Posted by: Female Voter | August 31, 2010 at 09:13 AM
I think he should pick Adam Hasner. He is smart, principled with great conservative credentials. Hasner also helps a lot in Palm Beach and Broward and getting in Jewish communities.
Posted by: Condo Commando | August 31, 2010 at 11:02 AM