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Former Governor Charlie Crist Backs Democratic Senator Bill Nelson


August 1, 2012 | WMFE - Former Florida Governor Charlie Crist is offering his support and opening his wallet for US Senator Bill Nelson.

Crist announced Wednesday that he will be attending an upcoming fundraiser for the Democratic incumbent that will be held at the Central Florida home of trial lawyer John Morgan. Former President Bill Clinton will also be at the fundraiser.

Crist, who left office in early 2011, currently works at Morgan's law firm.

Crist was a Republican when he was elected governor, but he switched to no party affiliation during his bruising 2010 campaign for US Senate. He lost to Marco Rubio, who has become a rising star among Republicans.

Crist is supporting Nelson over likely-GOP nominee Connie Mack because he says Nelson is a friend and a good voice for Florida.

 

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