The Tampa Tribune Endorses Kendrick Meek
U.S. SENATE
REPUBLICAN Marco Rubio
Articulate proponent of small government.
DEMOCRAT Kendrick Meek
Experience on state and federal level.
U.S. HOUSE
REPUBLICAN 5th District: Richard B. Nugent
Hernando sheriff has conservative credentials.
11th District: Thomas Castellano
Knows district and needs of small businesses.
12th District: Dennis Ross
Conservative who won't abandon principles.
DEMOCRAT 9th District: Phil Hindahl
Experienced lawyer with moderate agenda.
11th District: Kathy Castor
Has proved effective in aiding local economy.
12th District: Lori Edwards
Independent, smart and knows district well.
GOVERNOR
REPUBLICAN Bill McCollum
Informed public servant of proven integrity.
DEMOCRAT Alex Sink
Businesswoman who knows how to manage money and people.
ATTORNEY GENERAL
REPUBLICAN Pam Bondi
Veteran Hillsborough prosecutor knows legal system.
DEMOCRAT Dan Gelber
Former federal prosecutor and state lawmaker has impressive command of state issues.