Rick Scott’s self-serving, dishonest politics are continuing to hamstring his campaign — three new reports from this weekend alone highlight the dangerous consequences of Scott’s cronyism, his hypocritical campaign contributions, and his cuts to substance abuse prevention programs. See for yourself:
Miami Herald HEADLINE: Florida’s slashed drug programs will result in hundreds of layoffs
Mary Ellen Klas
May 25, 2018
See also: Tampa Bay Times HEADLINE: Drug and alcohol advocates to Rick Scott: ‘We have yet to hear’ from you.
Politico HEADLINE: As Scott hammers Venezuela, his campaign takes contribution from biggest buyer of its oil
Matt Dixon
May 25, 2018
Miami Herald HEADLINE: How does an inexperienced 30-year-old become hurricane chief? Win Rick Scott’s trust.
Elizabeth Koh
May 25, 2018
See also: Tampa Bay Times, Romano: Hey Gov. Scott, could you hire me, too?; Tampa Bay Times: Editorial: Scott sinks to new low on cronyism at Revenue Department; Politico: Top DEM hire has no disaster management experience but has ties to Scott; Miami Herald: Need a stable and high-paying state job? Rick Scott loyalists have the inside track; Pensacola News Journal Editorial: Gov. Scott’s cronyism shows lack of conservative values; Tampa Bay Times: Ruth: Don’t run government like Rick Scott ran his business.
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