Putting a Democrat in charge in Florida
When GOP Gov. Charlie Crist announced he’d run for Senate, Democrats united behind Alex Sink, Florida’s chief financial officer, to take over the governor’s mansion in this critical battleground state. Sink became Florida’s first female chief financial officer in 2006 with support from EMILY’s List’s Political Opportunity Program. If she succeeds, she will be Florida’s first woman governor.
Fiscal expertise, proven leadership
Alex Sink has the business savvy and leadership skills to restore vibrancy to Florida’s economy. An innovative chief financial officer, Sink directed investment managers to assess the impact of global warming on the state’s investment portfolio -- safeguarding tax dollars from risk and serving as a model for other states. She is a courageous and outspoken leader who has repeatedly stood up for a woman’s right to choose.
Republican relic of the Reagan revolution
Leading Republican candidate state Attorney General and former Washington lobbyist Bill McCollum is a 20-year veteran of the U.S. House and loyal member of Newt Gingrich’s army. He earned perfect scores from the National Right to Life Committee for his opposition to reproductive freedom. Alex Sink needs immediate support from EMILY’s List members to build a campaign war chest that can overcome McCollum's deep connections to special interests.
