Monday, August 2, 2010
Florida House candidates Greg Steube and Jim Boyd won their respective straw polls taken during the Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce’s Political Hob Nob last week.
For the District 67 seat, Steube received 47.4 percent of the vote, compared to 21.9 percent for the only Democrat in the race, Z.J. Hafeez. Steube’s two rivals in the Aug. 24 Republican primary, Robert K. McCann and Jeremiah “JJ” Guccione, received 17.5 percent and 8 percent, respectively. John Studebaker, who is running with no party affiliation, received 5 percent.
In District 68, Boyd, a Republican, received 76.7 percent, and Dave “Watchdog” Miner, who is running with no party affiliation, received 23.3 percent.
The House races were the only two with particular interest to Manatee County included in the straw poll.
In the U.S. Senate race straw poll, former Florida House Speaker Marco Rubio, a Republican, received 47.8 percent; Gov. Charlie Crist, running as an independent, received 33.2 percent; Democrat Kendrick Meek received 6.6 percent; and Democrat Jeff Greene received 4.4 percent.
And in the race for governor, Republican Bill McCollum received 39.7 percent, compared to 28.8 percent for Democrat Alex Sink, and 22.8 percent for Republican Rick Scott.
Posted by Bradenton Herald at 9:39 AM
At last night’s Republican Executive Committee of Manatee County, Jim Boyd addressed the crowd and enjoyed the opportunity to mingle with friends.
Dear Friends,
Qualifying for State House Seat 68 ended last Friday and we now have opposition from someone who filed as a candidate with no party affiliation. That means we go straight to the general election on November 2nd. I’m proud to say, because of you and many other residents of Manatee County, my campaign qualified by voter petition.
We have the chance to change Tallahassee for the better, to make it more responsive to what is important to you. Over the next few weeks we will be working hard to engage as many voters as possible. I will be talking to voters about:
- Creating incentives to bring new businesses to our area that will offer quality, high paying jobs.
- Protecting our beaches, wildlife, jobs and economy from oil drilling in the Gulf of Mexico.
- Guaranteeing parents that their children will receive a quality education from top notch teachers while assuring tax payers they are getting the best return possible for their tax dollars.
We are all tired of the mean-spirited rhetoric that has taken over our legislative process. I will work tirelessly to break through the paralyzing gridlock.
In order to make the changes we all want in Tallahassee I need your help and support. I need your contributions to get our message out to all the voters. Please volunteer in the effort to change what is happening in Tallahassee and make a contribution of $500, $250, $100 even $50 will help us win.
Thanks for your support and I’ll see you on the campaign trail.
Sincerely,
Jim Boyd
Jim tours the new Boys & Girls Club facility to learn more about the programs they offer everyday to our children.
Jim Boyd has received the endorsement of the Firefighters and Paramedics for Public Safety! In the letter of endorsement, the organization expressed that they take candidate screening very seriously and Mr. Boyd is pleased and excited to have their support.
The letter of endorsement is available to read by clicking the link below.
Firefighters Endorsement
We want to thank everyone who signed a petition to put Jim on the ballot. We were notified yesterday that we have successfully collected enough petitions for Jim to qualify. Thanks for your hard work and support!
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Jim Boyd received the endorsement of the Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance for his race for Florida House district 68. Please view the endorsement letter below!
Bradenton, Florida — Congressman Vern Buchanan released the following statement today in support of Jim Boyd for Florida House District 68.
“I have known Jim Boyd as a businessman and community leader,” said Buchanan. “Jobs and the economy are the most important issue right now. Like me, Jim understands that small businesses create most of the jobs in Florida. He will put people back to work by enacting policies to help recruit and retain Florida companies. He will also help ensure those businesses have an educated workforce by adequately funding education. He is also a fiscal conservative who knows how to balance a budget and will get the state spending under control.”
August 20th Fundraiser:
Below are pictures from the fundraiser held on August 20, 2009 at the home of Dr. Steve Tinsworth. A great time was had by all. Please sign up to receive our emails and information about future fundraisers.
Tallahassee Fundraiser:
A wonderful time was had by all who attended the fundraising reception given by Ginger Wetherell, Adam Corey and Lance Burton. The reception was held at the farm home of T.K. and Ginger Wetherell, May 30, 2009, in Tallahassee.
May 21st Fundraiser:
On Thursday, May 21, 2009, Administrative Concepts hosted a successful fundraiser for Jim Boyd. The Host Committee included Administrative Concepts owners George Bushong and Sarah Peel as well as Teresa Dick, Dan Robertson, Brenda Smyth-Ross and Bob Beck. A good time was had by all who attended.
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In a letter dated October 5, 2009, Team Retail at the Florida Retail Federation endorsed Jim Boyd for Florida House District 68. Click on the thumbnail below to view the letter.
October 5, 2009
Mr. Jim Boyd
Post Office Box 9042
Dear Jim,
Team Retail at the Florida Retail Federation is pleased to support your candidacy for Florida House District 68. Enclosed is a check in the amount of $500 from our FRF Political Action Committee (FRPAC).
In addition to these financial contributions, the Florida Retail Federation is proud to offer you our endorsement as a prominent and influential voice for Florida’s retail industry. Please feel free to announce our endorsement of your candidacy and use it in any of your communications.
We look forward to working with you in the House!
Sincerely yours,
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Richard A. McAllister RandyMiller
President/CEO Executive Vice President
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John A. Rogers, JR., ESQ, CAE Sally West
Senior Vice President Director, Government Affairs
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Samantha Hunter Padgett
Deputy General Counsel, Government Affairs
