Sep 1, 2010
My Dad has always believed that the mark of a great public servant was accepting that anything truly good you do will come to fruition when you are long gone from public life. In the age of constant media cycles and focus groups, his views might be considered outdated or quaint. But today as Florida faces so many challenges borne out of short-term thinking and shallow policies, I think my Dad and his bowties are still pretty fashionable.
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Jul 20, 2010
Florida Legislature is poised to stick it to the Governor even if it means sticking it to Floridians in the process. Some say the Governor is grandstanding, others say it is an example of rank opportunism. Perhaps. But just because you don't like the motives of the person that calls for the idea (or the person himself), doesn't mean you should demur to do what's right. That would be childish.
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July 4th messages from the Gelber family
Jul 3, 2010
While these times may have their challenges, the truth is we are a truly fortunate people. We live in a nation where we can disagree with the government or each other civilly and without fear, where ideas and innovation are celebrated, and where during our darkest hours and toughest times we always show our best face.
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Jun 29, 2010
Throughout my career, whether as a long-time federal prosecutor, a counter terrorism chief investigator in the United States Senate or as a state legislator, I have tried to stay true to the principle that standing on the side of what's right is always better than standing on the side of what's right for me. When the BP oil spill hit, I immediately went on the offensive, drafting proposals to protect the state and its taxpayers, calling on Governor Crist for a special session on oil drilling, and just last week, suggesting the state give the Attorney General criminal jurisdiction so that he might go after BP and other wrongdoers for potential criminal misdeeds.
And I did one other thing last week, I resigned from my law firm upon learning after the fact that they had signed up to represent BP in court. Although lawyers do not assume the virtues or defects of their clients, I have been the leading and harshest critic of BP and of off-shore oil drilling for many years, and believed if I am to run for Attorney General I should not have any association with the company.
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And I did one other thing last week, I resigned from my law firm upon learning after the fact that they had signed up to represent BP in court. Although lawyers do not assume the virtues or defects of their clients, I have been the leading and harshest critic of BP and of off-shore oil drilling for many years, and believed if I am to run for Attorney General I should not have any association with the company.
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Jun 20, 2010
My own Dad grew up in the Great Depression where the family challenges were immense. His father was often gone trying to scrape together a living, while boarders occupied their home. He grew up fast, ultimately spending a good part of his youth in the Army Air Corp in WW II. It was those hard lessons that shaped his desire to be an attentive and devoted father. I thank him for making sure I had that role model for me.
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FCAT chaos and why heads ought to roll!
Jun 8, 2010
Pearson's failure and the resulting mess are what happens when you substitute testing for teaching, and make testing companies the high priests of public education. Commissioner Smith should conduct a full investigation with a view toward firing the company. The Board of Education should also investigate the Department which obviously failed to hire a company with the core competencies necessary, or manage and oversee the contract adequately.
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Sep 1, 2010
"It is very troubling that the House leadership has now decided to turn a blind eye to the real problems facing North Floridians in the wake of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Over the summer, we heard from House leaders that they needed time to gather information to prepare for a Special Session. Now we find out it was nothing more than a political rope-a-dope. It is ironic that House Leaders would spend $200,000 of taxpayer dollars to advance an oil drilling agenda, yet walk away from an opportunity to address legitimate and timely policy issues that will deliver relief. Though the hole has been plugged, the pain continues and our residents need to know Tallahassee is prepared to act."
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Democrats Unite, Aronberg Endorses Dan Gelber for Attorney General
Aug 27, 2010
With Democrats uniting to bring victory in November, State Senator Dave Aronberg endorses Democratic nominee for Attorney General Dan Gelber.
Sen. Aronberg shared, "I am proud to endorse and support Dan Gelber as our Democratic nominee for Attorney General. Dan will bring needed reform to this office and restore its original mission of protecting Floridians. Our state has big challenges and we need Dan's experience and integrity to preserve the rule of law and keep Floridians safe. I look forward to campaigning with CFO Sink, Dan and the rest of the Democratic ticket over the next few months."
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Sen. Aronberg shared, "I am proud to endorse and support Dan Gelber as our Democratic nominee for Attorney General. Dan will bring needed reform to this office and restore its original mission of protecting Floridians. Our state has big challenges and we need Dan's experience and integrity to preserve the rule of law and keep Floridians safe. I look forward to campaigning with CFO Sink, Dan and the rest of the Democratic ticket over the next few months."
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Gelber wins; slim lead for Bondi
Aug 24, 2010
Democratic State Sen. Dan Gelber won an easy victory, while Republican Pam Bondi, a former Tampa prosecutor, clung to a slim lead Tuesday in Florida's primary races for attorney general.
Gelber, a veteran politician, soundly defeated Sen. Dave Aronberg. Both candidates said they are focused on rooting out public corruption and Medicare fraud.
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Gelber, a veteran politician, soundly defeated Sen. Dave Aronberg. Both candidates said they are focused on rooting out public corruption and Medicare fraud.
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Bondi, Gelber heading for faceoff on who will be Florida's next attorney general
Aug 24, 2010
Gelber, a state senator from Miami Beach, easily won the Democratic Party's nomination. His record as a leader in the state legislature and as a former government prosecutor appeared to have served him well with voters and put him far ahead of his opponent, Dave Aronberg, of Greenacres, a former state assistant attorney general.
Gelber, 49, has a long history in state politics and the justice system. His resume includes nearly 10 years as a federal prosecutor, and he has taken tough positions on issues such as public corruption and campaign financing.
"I'm running for this office because the Attorney General's Office — like so many in Tallahassee — has forgotten its purpose. It's supposed to be the office that sets the standard for justice and social justice in our state," Gelber said in a statement released after his primary win was clinched. "Instead of having the back of Floridians, it has become a prop for politicians looking for a political boost. It has forgotten its mission of looking out for everyday Floridians."
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Gelber, 49, has a long history in state politics and the justice system. His resume includes nearly 10 years as a federal prosecutor, and he has taken tough positions on issues such as public corruption and campaign financing.
"I'm running for this office because the Attorney General's Office — like so many in Tallahassee — has forgotten its purpose. It's supposed to be the office that sets the standard for justice and social justice in our state," Gelber said in a statement released after his primary win was clinched. "Instead of having the back of Floridians, it has become a prop for politicians looking for a political boost. It has forgotten its mission of looking out for everyday Floridians."
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Release: Democrats Elect Dan Gelber as their Nominee for Attorney General
Aug 24, 2010
Florida Democrats today made State Senator Dan Gelber their nominee for Attorney General. Joined by his wife, Joan and their three kids, and hundreds of supporters, Sen. Gelber celebrated the results and pledged to end the politicization of the Attorney General's office and made a commitment to everyday Floridians to be their champion. Sen. Gelber shared the following remarks with supporters:
"I'm running for this office because the Attorney General's office - like so many in Tallahassee - has forgotten its purpose. It's supposed to be the office that sets the standard for justice and social justice in our state. The office that makes sure our most vulnerable citizens are not preyed upon, that civil rights are respected, and that ordinary people are not overwhelmed by the powerful. It's supposed to have the backs of everyday Floridians. Instead of having the back of Floridians, it has become a prop for politicians looking for a political boost. It has forgotten its mission of looking out for everyday Floridians.
"People are mad and frustrated because they feel their government has left them out and behind; that government is looking out for everyone but them. In Florida, one party has been in control and it's time that we bring new leadership with fresh ideas and a commitment to accountability. "Tallahassee has become overwhelmed with special interests. It's frustrating that lobbyists control government and as a result, more families are left behind by the failed policies coming from their government. It's time we changed course because our future is in peril and this is the election we can make right the many wrongs.
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"I'm running for this office because the Attorney General's office - like so many in Tallahassee - has forgotten its purpose. It's supposed to be the office that sets the standard for justice and social justice in our state. The office that makes sure our most vulnerable citizens are not preyed upon, that civil rights are respected, and that ordinary people are not overwhelmed by the powerful. It's supposed to have the backs of everyday Floridians. Instead of having the back of Floridians, it has become a prop for politicians looking for a political boost. It has forgotten its mission of looking out for everyday Floridians.
"People are mad and frustrated because they feel their government has left them out and behind; that government is looking out for everyone but them. In Florida, one party has been in control and it's time that we bring new leadership with fresh ideas and a commitment to accountability. "Tallahassee has become overwhelmed with special interests. It's frustrating that lobbyists control government and as a result, more families are left behind by the failed policies coming from their government. It's time we changed course because our future is in peril and this is the election we can make right the many wrongs.
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"We are proud to endorse Dan Gelber for Attorney General because we believe Dan will be education's greatest ally when he becomes Florida's next Attorney General."
Florida Pipe Trades Endorse Gelber
"With Dan's extensive legal background and experience in protecting Floridians, we will have an Attorney General prepared to maneuver the complex legal challenges ahead."
Special Message from Dan Gelber's "Little Brother"- Travis Thomas
Democrat Dan Gelber- Ready to lead as Attorney General.
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