Thanks Doesn't Seem Sufficient

Nov 4, 2010




"Thanks" doesn't seem sufficient. But it will have to do. Looking back on the last year and a half I have absolutely no regrets. My family was unwavering in every conceivable way, staff were dedicated and selfless, friends came through over and over, and supporters showed their true colors at every bend and curve. I couldn't have asked for more, and am absolutely overwhelmed in what you did for me and our campaign.

But after 17 months, we hit a headwind of national voter discontent that was simply too unforgiving.

I'm not the sort to dwell on what could have been. Politics is cyclical and as someone said to me last night, sometimes you just find yourself on the wrong side of history. Or put in less majestic terms, sometimes your toast falls butter-side down. Still, as I read your emails, tweets, texts and posts, and listen to your messages and words of encouragement - I know there are millions of Floridians who stand ready to build a better Florida. And I know our time will come.

So, it's been a real honor to have shared this journey with you. I may have been bested in this contest, but I have long believed with every door that closes another opens.

So, for now, you will have to do without my fundraising emails, but not without my deepest gratitude.

Thanks.

Dan
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ICYMI: Karl Rove's RSLC Attempts to Hijack Elections from Voters

Oct 26, 2010

Aaron Blye



Miami Beach, Fla. - As Republican Attorney General candidate Pam Bondi made the rounds in Washington, D.C. yesterday in search of additional Washington special interest cash to go with the close to $1 million she has secured from the Republican State Leadership Committee (RSLC), reporting by the L.A. Times reveals that Karl Rove is working with the RSLC to go after Democratic candidates across the country with millions of dollars in special interest-backed TV ads.
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Release: New Ad Highlights Consensus from Florida Newspapers: Gelber is Clearly Better Qualified

12 of 14 newspapers have endorsed Gelber as the best candidate for Attorney General

Oct 25, 2010

Aaron Blye



Miami Beach, Fla. - The Dan Gelber for Attorney General campaign today released its second television commercial of the general election in several media markets. The ad highlights the overwhelming consensus from newspapers across Florida that Gelber is clearly the best candidate for attorney general.
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Release: Bondi Turns to National Special Interests to Fuel Her Campaign

Lacking financial support from Floridians, Bondi receives close to $1 million from outside groups, including groups she would police as Attorney General

Oct 25, 2010

Aaron Blye



Washington, D.C. - Struggling to garner the financial support from Floridians for her campaign, Attorney General candidate Pam Bondi (R-D.C.) has turned to outside, national special interest groups to fund the majority of her efforts. Bondi is in Washington, D.C. today looking to add more special interest cash to the close to $1 million in television advertising she's secured from the Republican State Leadership Committee (RSLC), a group funded by national corporate special interests.
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Statement: Gelber Comments on Sentencing of Sarasota Ponzi Schemer Arthur Nadel

Lacking financial support from Floridians, Bondi receives close to $1 million from outside groups, including groups she would police as Attorney General

Oct 22, 2010

Aaron Blye



"The harm that was done by Arthur Nadel to his victims both financially and emotionally can never be fully repaired, but this ruling will hopefully bring some degree of relief to the families and charities he preyed upon.

"Justice has been served. However, too many of these financial crimes with substantial connection to Florida have been prosecuted elsewhere. Florida needs to have more home-based expertise so that we can prosecute economic criminals in the courts where their victims reside. I intend to create an Investment Fraud Unit in the Attorney General's office in order to create a critical mass of expertise in the investigation and prosecution of these types of offenses."
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Release: Gelber Calls for Investment Fraud Unit at Roundtable in Sarasota

Lacking financial support from Floridians, Bondi receives close to $1 million from outside groups, including groups she would police as Attorney General

Oct 22, 2010

Aaron Blye



Sarasota, Fla. - Following yesterday's announcement that convicted Sarasota ponzi schemer Arthur Nadel has been sentenced to 14 years in prison, former federal prosecutor and Democratic nominee for Attorney General Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) this morning in Sarasota announced his plan to create an Investment Fraud Unit (IFU) in the Office of the Attorney General. Gelber made the announcement at the Senior Friendship Center in Sarasota during a roundtable on investment fraud and financial crimes with State Representative Keith Fitzgerald (D-Sarasota), Drew Clayton, an attorney representing several victims of the Nadel ponzi scheme, securities fraud victims, seniors and community leaders.
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Release: Bondi Misses Boarding Call for Sarah Palin Tea Party Express

Lacking financial support from Floridians, Bondi receives close to $1 million from outside groups, including groups she would police as Attorney General

Oct 21, 2010




Miami Beach, Fla. - The Sarah Palin Tea Party Express is set to plough through Orlando on Saturday for a campaign rally with Marco Rubio, but Republican candidate for attorney general Pam Bondi - who is endorsed by Palin and is one of her biggest supporters - mysteriously missed the boarding call. Throughout her campaign, Bondi has never failed to mention her endorsement from Palin but now that Bondi needs to appeal to independent voters with less than two weeks to go before Election Day a lot seems to have changed.
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ICYMI: WPLG Local 10: GOP Attorney General Candidate Declines Interview

Lacking financial support from Floridians, Bondi receives close to $1 million from outside groups, including groups she would police as Attorney General

Oct 20, 2010

Aaron Blye



Miami Beach, Fla. - Republican candidate for Attorney General Pam Bondi on Friday visited the WPLG Local 10 studios in Miami to tape a 2 minute statement that she read off a teleprompter for the news broadcast, but somehow couldn't find the time to answer questions from WPLG's This Week in South Florida host Michael Putney. In stark contrast to Bondi's repeated debate ducking and refusal to answer tough questions, State Senator and Democratic nominee for Attorney General Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) sat down with Putney on Friday to answer questions about the race and his vision for the Attorney General's office. Gelber and Bondi were both invited to debate on the show, but Bondi refused to appear and would not even answer questions while visiting the studio.
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Release: Bondi Shows Glaring Lack of Knowledge on FL Issues Yet Again

Lacking financial support from Floridians, Bondi receives close to $1 million from outside groups, including groups she would police as Attorney General

Oct 19, 2010

Aaron Blye



Miami Beach, Fla. - The Attorney General Debate that aired last night on Central Florida News 13 and BayNews 9 between State Senator and Democratic nominee for Attorney General Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) and his Republican opponent Pam Bondi confirmed yet again that Bondi has a clear lack of knowledge about issues affecting the state of Florida. During the debate, Bondi admitted to not even reading the Arizona-style legislation that's been proposed in Florida. Bondi's lack of knowledge on state issues was also glaringly apparent at a Suncoast Tiger Bay Debate in St. Petersburg on June 3 when she could not answer a question about how she voted in 2008 on Amendment 1 because she didn't know what it was, despite it being a highly-publicized constitutional amendment backed by Governor Crist that made significant changes to Florida's property tax system.
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Statement: Gelber Comments on Sarasota Ponzi Schemer Arthur Nadel Sentencing Memorandum

Lacking financial support from Floridians, Bondi receives close to $1 million from outside groups, including groups she would police as Attorney General

Oct 15, 2010

Aaron Blye



"Arthur Nadel unconscionably preyed upon investors and charitable organizations, including fellow seniors and retirees, conning them out of their life savings and ruining lives in the process. Mr. Nadel must pay the full price for the life-altering damage he has caused.

"It's unfortunate that so many of these financial crimes with substantial connection to Florida are prosecuted elsewhere. The state needs the expertise and resources to protect Florida victims in Florida courts. That's why as Attorney General, I will create an Investment Fraud Unit so that we can catch financial crooks like Mr. Nadel before the damage is done and prosecute them here in Florida. The Attorney General's office was recently given expanded authority to go after these criminals and it's about time we use it."
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Statement: Gelber Statement on Joint Investigation by 49 Attorneys General into Faulty Foreclosures

Lacking financial support from Floridians, Bondi receives close to $1 million from outside groups, including groups she would police as Attorney General

Oct 13, 2010

Aaron Blye




"This joint investigation is a welcome and needed step in quickly addressing the alarming number of instances of faulty foreclosures, "robo-signing" and potential fraud in Florida and around the country. An investigation is especially important to provide clarity to a process that demands certainty. Florida cannot afford to have a real estate market where titles are clouded and buyers and sellers are unable to transact business. It is important to quickly determine what happened, so that we can figure out how to clean this mess up."
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Statement: Dan Gelber Comments on Faulty Foreclosures in Florida

Lacking financial support from Floridians, Bondi receives close to $1 million from outside groups, including groups she would police as Attorney General

Oct 12, 2010

Aaron Blye



"The Attorney General must continue to take appropriate steps to carry out his investigation and demand that Floridians are protected. The industry must also spearhead voluntary efforts to freeze foreclosures when the integrity of the process has been called into question. Our economic recovery is heavily dependent on the strength of the housing market in Florida, and we must be careful not to impede legitimate home sales. However, we cannot tolerate fraud that results in Floridians having their homes unjustly taken from them or that results in clouded titles that further impede lending. If lenders are unwilling to take responsible action, then the Attorney General must consider seeking a temporary freeze on foreclosures and pursue necessary legal action to protect Florida homeowners."
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Statement: Gelber Issues Statement on Courthouse Audit

Lacking financial support from Floridians, Bondi receives close to $1 million from outside groups, including groups she would police as Attorney General

Oct 12, 2010

Aaron Blye



"Today's audit results of the construction of the "Taj Majal" courthouse reflects the utter absence of scrutiny over state government. This latest example shows that too many things operate outside of the sunshine and too few watchdogs are taking charge of cleaning up Tallahassee's corrupt or abusive ways.

"This style of governing is why Floridians are frustrated and angry, and it's time we put an end to it. This backroom deal project is costing taxpayers millions of dollars, and is a clear example that Floridians need someone who will aggressively go after abuse and waste in government. And the only way we can stop this epidemic is by taking forceful action to root out the corruption that plagues our state's capital."
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Release: Gelber Hits the Airwaves with Television Spot

Gelber pledges to taken on public corruption in ways that will shake up Tallahassee

Oct 8, 2010




Miami Beach, Fla. - Continuing an aggressive voter communication program in the final weeks leading up to November 2nd, the Dan Gelber for Attorney General campaign launched its first television commercial on Friday, October 8 in several media markets.

"Public corruption has become an epidemic in Florida," said Christian Ulvert, campaign manager for Gelber for Attorney General. "And as a result, more Floridians have lost faith in their government. As Attorney General, Dan Gelber will take on public corruption in ways that will shake Tallahassee to its core."
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Release: Gelber Visits BP Claims Center, Joins Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association for Roundtable

Gelber Continues Efforts to Ensure Floridians Impacted by BP Oil Spill are Made Whole

Oct 4, 2010

Aaron Blye



Pensacola, Fla. - Continuing his efforts to ensure that the residents and businesses of Florida deeply impacted by the BP oil spill are made whole, State Senator and Democratic nominee for Attorney General Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) today visited the Gulf Coast Claims Facility in Pensacola and participated in a roundtable discussion hosted by the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association.
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Release: Dan Gelber Rolls Out Policy Initiative to Stop "Pill Mills" and End Doctor Shopping

Gelber Continues Efforts to Ensure Floridians Impacted by BP Oil Spill are Made Whole

Oct 1, 2010

Aaron Blye



Tampa, Fla. - With a new state law co-sponsored by State Senator and Democratic candidate for Attorney General Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) taking effect today that cracks down on "pill mills" and doctor shopping, Gelber announced the second of his As Your Attorney General policy initiatives in front of the Hillsborough County Courthouse in Tampa. Senator Gelber turned his focus to "pill mills" and what he intends to do as Attorney General to fight the scourge of prescription drug abuse that is killing an average of seven people per day in Florida, according to the Florida Office of Drug Control.
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Release: Gelber Welcomes Univision Debate

Gelber calls on Bondi to allow Floridians more opportunities to learn about the two candidates

Sep 23, 2010

Aaron Blye



State Senator and Democratic candidate for Attorney General Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) today welcomed the opportunity to debate his Republican opponent Pam Bondi on Univision-23 in South Florida. The debate between former federal prosecutor Dan Gelber and Pam Bondi will be taped at Univision Studios in Doral, Fla. on Thursday, October 28 at 7:30 p.m., and will air on Saturday, October 30 at 11 a.m. on Univision-23 and Sunday, October 31 at 7am on Telefutura-69.

"I am thankful to Univision for hosting this critical debate because my opponent and I have very different visions for the Attorney General's office," said Senator Gelber. "Communicating directly with our growing Hispanic community is important to me and I welcome this opportunity to debate. I sincerely hope that Ms. Bondi will reconsider her position and agree to participate in a series of debates, as she called for during her primary campaign, so that all Floridians can learn enough about each of us to make an informed decision on Election Day."
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Release: Bondi Denies Invitation to Debate at UF, Debate Canceled

Gelber calls on Bondi to allow Floridians more opportunities to learn about the two candidates

Sep 22, 2010

Aaron Blye



A statewide, televised debate scheduled for October 5 at the University of Florida hosted by the Florida Press Association and Leadership Florida between State Senator and Democratic candidate for Attorney General Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) and Republican candidate Pam Bondi was canceled yesterday afternoon due to Bondi's refusal to participate. Senator Gelber accepted the invitation, and has accepted invitations to six other debates. Bondi has said she will only participate in two debates.
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Release: Flashback: Pam Bondi Was for Debate Series Before She Was Against Them

In Republican primary, Bondi called for a "series of debates" but now has only agreed to 1 with Gelber

Sep 17, 2010

Aaron Blye



Republican Attorney General candidate Pam Bondi is clearly dodging debates with State Senator and Democratic Attorney General candidate Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach). A flashback to June 24, 2010 reveals a candidate eager to schedule "several formal debates" with her Republican primary opponents, as Bondi wrote in a letter to the other candidates, challenging them to "a series of debates." Now facing Dan Gelber in the general election - an experienced federal prosecutor, counter terrorism chief investigator in the U.S. Senate and state legislator - Bondi has only agreed to one debate, while Senator Gelber has already accepted invitations to seven.
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Statement: Dan Gelber Offers Comments on Hispanic Heritage Month

Gelber encourages Floridians to take part in month-long activities commemorating Hispanic Heritage

Sep 16, 2010

Aaron Blye



"I join the close to four million Hispanic Floridians in commemorating the start of Hispanic Heritage Month. During this month, we honor and celebrate our state's great cultural diversity. It is a time to recognize how our communities are enriched by the history and diversity of our Hispanic community, as well as the great contributions to our state's economy from the more than 85,000 Florida Hispanic-owned businesses."
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Release: Gelber for Attorney General Adds Press Secretary to the Team

Gelber encourages Floridians to take part in month-long activities commemorating Hispanic Heritage

Sep 13, 2010

Aaron Blye



The Dan Gelber for Attorney General campaign today announced it has hired Aaron Blye to serve as Press Secretary for the campaign. Blye comes with statewide experience in communications and policy having worked in the Office of Florida Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink, the Florida House of Representatives and various statewide and federal campaigns.
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Release: Gelber Rolls Out As Your Attorney General Policy Initiative: Strike Force to Clean Up Tallahassee is Needed

Gelber encourages Floridians to take part in month-long activities commemorating Hispanic Heritage

Sep 10, 2010




"Floridians have lost a good measure of faith in their state government and it is understandable, with indictments coming out of Tallahassee and a general belief that special-interest money has overwhelmed the core mission of state government," said Gelber. "We must aggressively attack public corruption, and this requires a unified and dedicated force that will solely focus on cleaning up Tallahassee. There has been an utter lack of scrutiny in large part because limited resources are dedicated to oversight of the excesses of state officials."
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Release: Gelber Calls for More Debates

Gelber encourages Floridians to take part in month-long activities commemorating Hispanic Heritage

Sep 9, 2010

Christian Ulvert



Thank you for your letter of congratulations, and congratulations to you on your primary election victory. I share your opinion that the citizens of Florida should be given the opportunity to hear directly from each of us on the important issues concerning our great state and the Office of the Attorney General.

However, I strongly believe that the voters should be given more than the two opportunities for a public debate that you have proposed. Like you, I believe that the Office of the Attorney General is one of the most important in our state. The people of Florida rely upon the Attorney General to protect their rights, ensure their safety and security, and stand up to the powerful foes that intend them harm.

That is why I believe it is imperative that we give the voters ample opportunity to learn where each of us stands on the many important issues that fall under the purview of the Attorney General. While I appreciate your public challenge to debate on two occasions, I have already accepted invitations to debate you in the following seven debates; I sincerely hope that you will reconsider your position and agree to appear in all venues.

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Statement: Gelber Comments on Planned burning of Quran's in Gainesville

Gelber encourages Floridians to take part in month-long activities commemorating Hispanic Heritage

Sep 8, 2010

Christian Ulvert



State Senator and Democratic Candidate for Attorney General Dan Gelber released the following statement on the planned burning of Quran's in Gainesville on Saturday:

"The Dove church in Gainesville could not be more wrong and they should reconsider their patently offensive Quran burning. The demonstration will only inflame the very elements they seek to embarrass and as General Petraeus has pointed out, this action will endanger our troops who already put their lives in harms way and will only further threaten American security. This type of behavior is simply not consistent with bedrock American traditions and principles. The famous words of Pastor Martin Niemoller are instructive when he admonished against silence in the face of wrongdoing. It is particularly important for Americans to speak out to let the world community know that this small group does not represent in any manner the beliefs of the rest of our state or our nation. I urge every office holder and candidate in Florida to similarly condemn this behavior; and I urge righteous men and women of faith - no matter their religious convictions - to similarly admonish against this conduct from their churches and synagogues."

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State Senator Dan Gelber Comments on the House Leaderships Efforts to Block Special Session to Aid North Floridians

Gelber encourages Floridians to take part in month-long activities commemorating Hispanic Heritage

Sep 1, 2010

Christian Ulvert





"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

Gelber encourages Floridians to take part in month-long activities commemorating Hispanic Heritage

Aug 27, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


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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Release: Democrats Elect Dan Gelber as their Nominee for Attorney General

Gelber pledges to end the politicization of AG's office and to be a champion for Floridians

Aug 24, 2010

Christian Ulvert



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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Volunteer on Election Day

Gelber pledges to end the politicization of AG's office and to be a champion for Floridians

Aug 22, 2010




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GELBER TO KICK-OFF FOUR DAY CAMPAIGN TOUR ACROSS FLORIDA

Gelber to bring message of restoring office of Attorney General as top consumer advocate and ending the politicization of the office

Aug 19, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Bringing a message to Democrats across Florida of electing an Attorney General with the experience to lead on Day One, the commitment to be Florida's top consumer advocate and ending the politicization of the office, State Senator and Democratic candidate for Attorney General Dan Gelber tomorrow will kick-off a four day campaign swing heading into Primary Election Day.
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Breaking News: 11-point lead

Gelber to bring message of restoring office of Attorney General as top consumer advocate and ending the politicization of the office

Aug 17, 2010

Christian Ulvert



The latest poll in the race conducted for Sunshine State News and released this morning has us leading our primary opponent by 11 points.



It's pretty clear that as voters size up the candidates - Dan's message is catching on.



Help keep this momentum going by donating today.


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Sweeping newspaper endorsements

Gelber to bring message of restoring office of Attorney General as top consumer advocate and ending the politicization of the office

Aug 12, 2010




Newspapers across the state are writing what you and I have known all along- Dan Gelber is the most experienced and best candidate to lead the Democrats in November as our Attorney General nominee.

But with the momentum that has been building over the last few weeks, including a Mason-Dixon poll that showed us ahead, Dan's primary opponent is now swiftboating him with a television commercial filled with lies and false attacks. We need your help to fight back against these attacks.
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A Message from Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz

Gelber to bring message of restoring office of Attorney General as top consumer advocate and ending the politicization of the office

Aug 12, 2010




A few months ago I endorsed Dan Gelber for Attorney General.

At the time, my decision was difficult because both of these former colleagues are my friends. But, it was clear to me that Dan's extensive experience and leadership made him the superior candidate.

Since then, I have been repeatedly disappointed in the manner in which Dan's opponent has conducted himself. Not only has he been attacking Dan with a deceptive and dishonest ad campaign, he has now shifted money he raised through his Mainstream Democrats committee into a Republican front group.
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I'm being swiftboated

Gelber to bring message of restoring office of Attorney General as top consumer advocate and ending the politicization of the office

Aug 10, 2010




I just learned that my opponent has transferred nearly $200,000 from the Mainstream Democrats, a group created to help elect Democrats, to a GOP swiftboat fund called Voters Response. The Republican lobbyist who runs Voters Response said they will spend the money to take on our campaign.

Clearly my Democratic opponent will stop at nothing to win, even if it means turning to Republican swiftboaters.
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Gelber Receives Backing from SEIU

SEIU points to Gelber's record of protecting consumers and history of standing up for working families

Aug 4, 2010

Christian Ulvert



The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Florida today announced that its 45,000 members endorse State Sen. Dan Gelber for Attorney General. In their endorsement, SEIU Florida pointed to Gelber's record of fighting for a strong and accessible healthcare system for Floridians and long history of standing up for working families.

Monica Russo, President, SEIU Florida State Council shared, "The members of SEIU Florida enthusiastically endorse State Sen. Dan Gelber in his campaign for Attorney General. Over the years, it has been Dan Gelber who has unequivocally fought for working families, children and seniors, no matter the consequences. Dan shares our member's values and principles for quality care, a respect for worker's rights and a commitment to new opportunities for all Floridians. Dan has always stood up for working families in the past and I know he will continue to do so as our next Attorney General."
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Gelber Rolls Out Policy Initiatives for Attorney General's Office

Gelber turns to his more than twenty-five years of legal experience for his plan to refocus the AG's Office

Jul 29, 2010

Christian Ulvert



State Senator and Democratic candidate for Attorney General Dan Gelber announced today his policy priorities. Turning to his more than twenty-five years of legal experience, Gelber highlights the importance of protecting the pocketbooks of Floridians and ensuring that Floridians impacted by the devastating oil spill are made financially whole.
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Release: Gelber Adds Another $165,000 in Latest Fundraising Quarter

Over $1 million raised since the launch of the campaign

Jul 23, 2010

Christian Ulvert



The Dan Gelber for Attorney General campaign today announced that it raised $165,000 in the last fundraising quarter, bringing its total raised to over $1 million. The $165,000 is in addition to the $115,000 in in-kind contributions.

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Statement: Sen. Dan Gelber on the Governor's Executive Order Extending Unemployment Benefits

Over $1 million raised since the launch of the campaign

Jul 23, 2010

Christian Ulvert



"I am thankful Governor Crist followed my call for an immediate Executive Order to allow Floridian's struggling to find work to continue to receive the unemployment benefits they are entitled to. We must get our economy moving forward and the best way we can achieve levels of stability is by infusing dollars in our economy."
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Release: Mayors Lowe and Resnick Announce Endorsement of Dan Gelber

Mayors join close to 40 local elected officials across Florida supporting Gelber's campaign

Jul 22, 2010

Christian Ulvert



Joining close to 40 local elected officials from across Florida supporting Dan Gelber's campaign for Attorney General, Gainesville Mayor Craig Lowe and Wilton Manors Mayor Gary Resnick today announced their endorsement of his campaign.
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Release: Gelber Earns the Support of Former State Sen. Skip Campbell

Campbell joins Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz, Sen. Rich, Mayor Seiler and many more key Broward Democrats in supporting Gelber's campaign

Jul 21, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Joining respected Broward Democratic leaders like Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz, State Sen. Nan Rich and Mayor Jack Seiler, former State Sen. Skip Campbell today announced his full endorsement of Sen. Dan Gelber's campaign for Attorney General. In his endorsement, the former Senator points to Gelber as the only candidate in the primary with the courtroom experience and legal knowledge to lead Florida as the next Attorney General.
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House Republicans "Gavel & Go" Special Session is a "Childish Temper Tantrum"

Campbell joins Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz, Sen. Rich, Mayor Seiler and many more key Broward Democrats in supporting Gelber's campaign

Jul 20, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Tallahassee, Fla. - State Senator Dan Gelber issued the following statement on the Florida House Republican leadership's decision to "gavel and go" without delivering solutions to coastal residents facing growing challenges from the oil spill and denying Floridians an opportunity to have the final say on near-shore drilling:

"In what could be best called a childish temper tantrum, House Republicans today grabbed their ball and stormed off the field allowing petty political battles to trump the best interests of Floridians. They permitted their contempt for the Governor to overwhelm discussion of a fair and timely policy issue. They succumbed to their basest political instincts at the expense of the interests of those that elected them.

"It is true that this session - in its timing and rhetoric - was filled with politics and political intrigue. And I certainly agree that the legislature has many other things we should be doing right now that will truly address the immediate needs of Floridians relative to the BP spill. In fact, for months I have made specific policy recommendations that will address some of these issues. But all of that doesn't mean we shouldn't have taken up this issue now and given our citizens the chance to vote in November on a near shore drilling ban. The House acted childishly."
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Gelber to Governor Crist: Executive Order Needed to Protect Unemployed Floridians

Campbell joins Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz, Sen. Rich, Mayor Seiler and many more key Broward Democrats in supporting Gelber's campaign

Jul 20, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


State Senator Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) on Tuesday called on the Governor to immediately issue an executive order:

"If the Republican leadership of the Florida Legislature continues on its ill fated course of failure to meet the needs of our state's unemployed, I call on the governor to immediately issue an executive order. The governor needs to stand up when the people's representatives fail to meet their obligations to those they represent. Surely, a quarter of a million out of work Floridians are deserving of the same representation the special interests appear to get.

"On behalf of the voiceless, the hard working people of this state who are about to be cut off from benefits which they have rightfully earned and to which they are rightfully entitled, I urge the Governor to act in all due haste."
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Gelber comments on Amendment 7 court ruling

Campbell joins Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz, Sen. Rich, Mayor Seiler and many more key Broward Democrats in supporting Gelber's campaign

Jul 8, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Miami Beach, Fla.- State Senator and Democratic candidate for Attorney General Dan Gelber today released the following statement on the court ruling on Amendment 7:

"Today's ruling by the Leon County circuit court is a victory for Floridians who are tired of the special interests control of the legislature. I fought aggressively this legislative session against efforts by the Republican majority to place Amendment 7 on the ballot. Unfortunately, they prevailed because of the gerrymandered control they have in the House and Senate. The court's ruling vindicates the efforts of so many right-thinking Floridians who want to be able to pick their elected officials, rather than vice-versa."
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Statement: Gelber Comments on Governor's Call for Summer Special Session

Campbell joins Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz, Sen. Rich, Mayor Seiler and many more key Broward Democrats in supporting Gelber's campaign

Jul 8, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


"Since May 5th I have been asking the Governor to call a Special Session to address a near-shore drilling ban. I am heartened by Governor Crist's apparent decision to do precisely that. I would hope, however, that in addition we would address the immediate needs of our citizens who are already feeling pain and anxiety from the spill. I would hope we would:

* Revise statutes to maximize recovery for victims
* Give Attorney General environmental crimes authority
* Create compensation commissioner to facilitate recovery
* Provide Small Business Relief

"I know it's not easy navigating this crisis in the vortex of an election cycle. But that's a challenge not an excuse. We need action and a Special Session is where we should be."
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Gelber Campaign Launches First Web Video

Campbell joins Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz, Sen. Rich, Mayor Seiler and many more key Broward Democrats in supporting Gelber's campaign

Jul 6, 2010




We are excited to launch the first web video of the campaign. It's a short bio of Dan that highlights his decades of public service and why his experience makes him the candidate the Republican machine doesn't want to see as the Democratic nominee. Send the link to friends and colleagues who might be interested in helping. Early voting starts in a few weeks, so now is the time to help out! Your efforts will ensure victory on August 24th and in November!

Christian Ulvert
Campaign Manager
Gelber for Attorney General
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Dan Gelber Joins Thousands of Floridians for Hands Across the Sand

Lining up from coast to coast, Floridians are demanding No Drilling Off Florida's Coast

Jun 26, 2010




St. Petersburg, Fla. - State Senator Dan Gelber today joined the thousands of Floridians in St. Petersburg Beach, Fla. for Hands Across the Sand. Floridians lined up along Florida's coastline to let state and national leaders know that drilling off Florida's coast is not an option.

"There is no question that Floridians are voicing their demands that we protect our pristine coastline from near-shore drilling," said Sen. Gelber. "We have seen the pain inflicted on our environment and economy from the disastrous BP oil spill. It's time that the pro-drilling caucus in the legislature ends their filibuster for a constitutional amendment that will allow Floridians to cast a vote that protects Florida's beaches."

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Gelber Qualifies for 2010 Ballot

A former top federal prosecutor ready to lead as Florida's next Attorney General

Jun 16, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Miami, Fla. - State Senator Dan Gelber today qualified for the 2010 election cycle as a Democratic Candidate for Attorney General. A former top federal prosecutor for nearly a decade and Chief Counsel to the U.S. Senate's Committee on Investigations, Dan Gelber is prepared to lead as Florida's next Attorney General.

"Floridians have not had an experienced lawyer as their Attorney General since Bob Butterworth," said Christian Ulvert, Gelber's campaign manager. "Dan's record of accomplishment — as a top federal prosecutor, a skilled attorney and an effective legislator - makes him uniquely qualified to win in both August and November. Dan is by far the most experienced candidate running for this office with a proven record of always standing up for Floridians."

"As a federal prosecutor, I put drug dealers, violent gang members and corrupt public officials in jail," said Dan Gelber. "As Attorney General, I will continue to lead with the same passion that guided me long before I ran for public office. I look forward to an exciting and healthy campaign cycle that will bring fresh ideas and a new direction for our state."
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Statement: Gelber on BP's Announced $20 Billion Claims Fund

A former top federal prosecutor ready to lead as Florida's next Attorney General

Jun 16, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Miami Beach, Fla. - State Senator Dan Gelber, Democratic Candidate for Attorney General today released the following statement on news that BP announced the establishment of a $20 billion escrow fund:

"It's a start, but there are still so many unknowns. While I hope it's enough, I fear it may not be if the worst of scenarios become our reality. We may be addressing an environmental disaster that severely hampers our economy for decades. If that happens, Florida's share of $20 billion will be woefully inadequate

"Our small businesses in coastal counties are hurting and bleeding revenue and BP must take full responsibility to pay the claims from their losses. The next step is to ensure that claims are being fully paid and that the proper compensation mechanisms with full transparency are in place."

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Statement: Gelber Comments on Creation of Compensation Fund

A former top federal prosecutor ready to lead as Florida's next Attorney General

Jun 15, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


State Senator Dan Gelber, Democratic Candidate for Attorney General today released the following statement on President Obama's call to establish a victim's compensation fund with a Special Magistrate:


"The Deepwater Horizon oil spill has become our nation's worst environmental disaster and the economic impact brewing in our state deepens as the oil reaches our shores. This is why must hold BP accountable for their gross negligence and demand that Floridians suffering losses from the oil spill are justly compensated.

"I applaud President Obama for his steadfast leadership during this extraordinarily challenging crisis and glad to see that steps will be taken to create a compensation fund similar to the one created for victim's of 9/11. This is a critical path that we must embark in to ensure that 100-percent of claims filed by Floridians are paid for by BP and our communities are made whole."
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Statement: Gelber on Veto of HB 1143

A former top federal prosecutor ready to lead as Florida's next Attorney General

Jun 11, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


State Senator Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) today issued the following statement on the Governor's veto of HB 1143:

"I commend the Governor for his veto of the ultrasound bill. The legislature had no business intruding into what should be a woman's most personal of decisions. The bill was offensive and demeaning to women and needed to be vetoed."


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A Year Ago

A former top federal prosecutor ready to lead as Florida's next Attorney General

Jun 8, 2010




A year ago today I announced my candidacy for Attorney General. Since then I have been to every corner of our State and met thousands of Floridians who share my belief that we need to chart a better course.

Now, one year later, we have raised close to $1 million, and garnered the support of great Democrats like Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz; mayors like Jack Seiler in Ft Lauderdale, Pam Iorio in Tampa and Joe Boles in St Augustine; and every Democratic State Attorney who has endorsed in this race, along with the 21 state legislators who have chosen me over my primary opponent.

Be part of the growing list of supporters who want a true consumer advocate in their next Attorney General.


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Statement: Gelber on urges Attorney General's Office to act swiftly on Pain Clinic Rulemaking Oversight

A former top federal prosecutor ready to lead as Florida's next Attorney General

Jun 3, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Miami, Fla. - State Senator Dan Gelber, Democratic Candidate for Attorney General released the following statement today regarding a news story involving the appointment of board members charged with rule making of pain clinics:

"The news story yesterday in Health News Florida that a physician who works in pain clinics has appointed himself to the state panel charged with rule making of pain clinics is extremely troubling. We need to be working to curb the out of control "pill mills" and ensure that the proper enforcement mechanisms are in place to govern pain clinics. Having those in the business of pain clinics guard the rule making process is like having the fox guard the hen house. I urge the Attorney General's Office to act quickly to assure there are no conflicts of interest."
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Statement: Gelber on Veto of SB 2044

A former top federal prosecutor ready to lead as Florida's next Attorney General

Jun 2, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Miami, Fla. - State Senator Dan Gelber today released the following statement on the veto of SB 2044, an anti-consumer measure that would have resulted in rate increases for policyholders:

"Governor Crist did the right thing for consumers by vetoing SB 2044. For the second year in a row, Governor Crist vetoed legislation that tilted the rate-setting playing field away from consumers. SB 2044, like last year's HB 1171 would have caused rate increases that were simply unbearable to many of our citizens in trying economic times. I think it is unfortunate that the Florida legislature seems almost incapable of passing a pro-consumer insurance bill. "


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Statement on Memorial Day

A former top federal prosecutor ready to lead as Florida's next Attorney General

May 28, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


State Senator Dan Gelber, Democratic Candidate for Attorney General today released the following statement honoring Memorial Day and the great men and women of our nation who have died while serving our country in the military.

"Each year on Memorial Day we honor the brave men and women of our nation who have sacrificed their lives to protect our country so we can all enjoy freedom. So many families endure hardships while their loved ones serve in our military. Memorial Day is our day as a nation that we remember and say thank you to the men and women of our military for their service to the United States of America.
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Statement: Florida House Using Ultrasound Bill As Trade-Bait?

A former top federal prosecutor ready to lead as Florida's next Attorney General

May 27, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


"The Florida House should quit playing games and send the Ultrasound Bill to Governor Crist for his prompt review and hopeful veto. Ironically, the bill was rushed through the legislature without warning or serious thought, and now it's one of the last bills the House is holding on to. My concern is that it's being used as trade-bait in the games that too often define Tallahassee. Floridians are tired of this kind of gamesmanship, especially on issues this important."
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Support Continues to Grow in Pinellas for Gelber's AG Campaign

Kornell & Lerner add their names to list of supporters who see Gelber as most qualified AG candidate

May 20, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Following a two-day campaign swing through the Tampa and St. Petersburg, the Gelber for Attorney General campaign is excited to announce the endorsements of City Councilman Steve Kornell and Pinellas School Board member Linda Lerner. Both individuals have thrown their support behind Senator Gelber in his campaign to be Florida's next Attorney General.

Pinellas School Board Member Linda Lerner said, "Dan Gelber is exactly the right kind of leader that Floridians need in these challenging times. His unwavering support for our public schools and his 100 percent record against vouchers is why I am behind Gelber's campaign. I am confident that Dan's extensive record as a prosecutor and legislator will allow him to be an Attorney General that Floridians can believe in."
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Statement: Sen. Gelber on Governor's Extension of Declaration of State of Emergency due to Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill

Kornell & Lerner add their names to list of supporters who see Gelber as most qualified AG candidate

May 20, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


State Senator Dan Gelber issued the following statement on the extension of Governor Crist's declaration of a State of Emergency to Charlotte, Lee, Collier, Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties due to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill:

"I thank Governor Crist for adding additional impacted counties, including Miami-Dade to the declaration of a State of Emergency due to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

"The threat to Florida's coastline from the oil spill has only intensified over the last few days as reports come in that the oil slick has entered the Loop Current. We must continue to work tirelessly to ensure that we are prepared to address the crisis should oil reach our beaches.
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Statement: Gelber Comments on McCollum's politically motivated lawsuit

Kornell & Lerner add their names to list of supporters who see Gelber as most qualified AG candidate

May 14, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


"AG McCollum's lawsuit has become nothing more than a shameful campaign prop for his sinking campaign. While he may be intent on wringing as much free publicity as possible from the lawsuit, Floridians have more pressing matters on their minds."
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SINK, GELBER, KRISEMAN, FITZGERALD PROPOSE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT THAT PROTECTS FLORIDA'S COASTLINE

Proposed constitutional amendment empowers voters to ban oilrigs from lining Florida's beaches

May 6, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Miami, FL— Joining together from coast to coast, CFO Alex Sink, State Senator Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach), and State Representatives Keith Fitzgerald (D-Sarasota) and Rick Kriseman (D-St. Petersburg) called on Governor Charlie Crist to reconvene the legislature for a special session to consider a constitutional amendment that would ban drilling off of Florida's beaches. Hosting press conferences in Miami and St. Petersburg, the three lawmakers released proposed legislation they intend to file should the legislature be called into special session.

The tragedy in the Gulf of Mexico and the growing impact to Florida's coastline and economic engine underscores the need for some in the legislature to drop the issue of oil drilling entirely," said State Sen. Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach). "Florida's fragile coastline and its beautiful beaches are the backbone of our multi-billion-dollar tourism industry. Shortsighted fixes to meet today's energy demands are a real threat to Florida's most unique economic and environmental asset. We need a united front to fight the big oil interests who want to open the waters around our state to drilling."

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Media Advisory: Gelber to hold press conference to make an announcement to protect Florida from drilling off the coast

Proposed constitutional amendment empowers voters to ban oilrigs from lining Florida's beaches

May 5, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Miami Beach, Fla. - State Senator Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) will hold a press conference on Thursday, May 6 at 11am to make an important announcement regarding the impacts of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and how we can protect the state from oil drilling off Florida's coast.

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Sen. Gelber to Gov. Crist: Recall the Legislature to Halt Oil Drilling and Public Corruption

Proposed constitutional amendment empowers voters to ban oilrigs from lining Florida's beaches

May 4, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Senator Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) on Tuesday sent the following letter to Gov. Charlie Crist calling for a special session to address the growing threat of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico and public corruption legislation that was left unaddressed.

May 4, 2010

The Honorable Charlie Crist
Governor, The State of Florida
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1399

Dear Governor Crist:

The only thing more troubling than the issues passed by the Florida legislature this year were the issues left on the table. Now is the time to call the Legislature back, tell them to finish the job, and address head on the growing threat to Florida's economy from the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.

You have indicated previously you intended to call a Special Session to address the public corruption issues plaguing our state. I urge you to follow your initial instinct. As a former federal prosecutor who spent the better part of a decade battling corruption, I was disheartened that the legislature found time to engage so many industry food fights and unnecessary ideological frolics, while ignoring an issue that is truly in need of attention. In the last few years we have had scandals reaching the highest level of state government; yet the legislature seemed too preoccupied with its own partisan agenda and unconstrained ambitions, to advance any major reforms.

Therefore, I would urge you to call the Legislature back to Tallahassee to address these two important issues.
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AG Candidate Dan Gelber: Oil Drilling Off Florida's Coast Belongs in Rearview Mirror

Proposed constitutional amendment empowers voters to ban oilrigs from lining Florida's beaches

May 3, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Miami, Fla. - State Senator Dan Gelber, Democratic candidate for attorney general, issued the following statement on the growing risks to Florida's coasts from the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico:

"I was inalterably opposed to oil drilling well before this dreadful incident occurred and obviously remain so. The growing risk to our state's coastline from the oil spill is deeply concerning. This tragedy underscores the need for some in the legislature to drop this issue entirely.

"As Attorney General, my opposition to oil drilling will remain unchanged. I don't think we need to study it, I think we need to reject it outright and put the entire idea where it belongs: in our rearview mirror."
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Statement: Gelber Calls on Floridians to Urge Governor Crist to Veto HB 1143

Eleventh hour amendment added to legislation wages an assault on a woman's right to privacy

Apr 30, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


"It is wrong to involve the state in the most personal of decisions regarding a woman's right to choose. Floridians expect us to be involved in their struggle to find jobs, and keep their communities safe, and this measure is just wrong."
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2010 Legislative Session was guided by ideological frolics and a politically driven agenda

Eleventh hour amendment added to legislation wages an assault on a woman's right to privacy

Apr 30, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Tallahassee, Fla. - State Senator Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) on Friday issued the following statement on 2010 Sine Die:

"No Floridian was safe this legislative session, no man, woman, or child. The legislature veered hard to the right, moving even farther out of step with Floridians. They spared no one as their politically driven agenda took aim at women's privacy rights, children, public school teachers, working families and vulnerable citizens. While the unemployment rate reached an all time high of 12.3 percent, record foreclosures continued and millions still lack health insurance, Senate Republican Leaders pressed forward with their effort to advance a politically driven agenda during the legislative session.
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Statement: Sen. Gelber on the continued push by Republican Legislative Leaders to authorize the Attorney General's frivolous lawsuit

Eleventh hour amendment added to legislation wages an assault on a woman's right to privacy

Apr 28, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Tallahassee, Fla. - In a continued push to ignore the desires of Floridians to drop the politically driven lawsuit led by Attorney General Bill McCollum, Republican legislative leaders filed an amendment to HB 1143 authorizing General McCollum to continue his frivolous litigation blocking Floridians from meaningful health care reform. In response to the choice by Republican leaders to thwart the will of Floridians, State Senator Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) on Wednesday issued the following statement:

"These guys just don't get it. Floridians expect their AG to protect their property, to keep their families safe and to vigorously pursue economic predators. Instead, we have an AG who has an inexplicable attraction to a frivolous and politically motivated lawsuit."

"Rather than focus on the great challenges of the state and the real needs of Floridians, Senate Republicans continue to ram through political agendas. Floridians expect more from their legislature."


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Statement: Sen. Gelber Expresses Disappointment Over Republican Leaders Continued Effort to Push Politically Driven Agenda During Final Days of Session

Eleventh hour amendment added to legislation wages an assault on a woman's right to privacy

Apr 28, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Tallahassee, Fla. - Following a lengthy debate on a last minute amendment by Republican Senate Leaders that takes aim at women across Florida, State Senator Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) issued the following statement:

"It is wrong to put into Florida law a provision that requires a victim of a rape to actually tell someone she was raped and to get proof of the rape before she can be excused by the state of Florida from getting an ultrasound. Shame on the Republican backed effort that places these unconscionable burdens on women who have already gone through enough trauma in their life.

"I am also extremely disappointed by Senate Leaders in their effort to continue to push a politically driven agenda during the final days of the legislative session. While Floridians struggle with finding jobs, mortgage payments and making ends meet, Senate Republican Leaders have chosen to put politics above substantive policy to address the challenges of the day."



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State Sen. Dan Gelber issues statement on Governor's veto of Senate Bill Six

Eleventh hour amendment added to legislation wages an assault on a woman's right to privacy

Apr 15, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


"Today, Governor Crist showed Florida's thousands of teachers he listened to their outrage over the Republican leadership's waged attack on their profession. I applaud the Governor for using his veto power on Senate Bill 6 because our children and teachers deserve better.

"Senate Bill 6 was not the product of thoughtful collaboration between teachers, administrators and experts. Rather it was borne directly from a right wing think tank. It was laden with conservative ideology, untested theories and political payback. I opposed it because I was not willing to let my children be part of some political game or become lab rats in some education experiment.

"It was unbelievable to see the public outcry over the Republican push of SB 6. The anger came not only from teachers, but also from students and parents who feared the dangerous path Florida was being taken down. SB 6 was wrong for Florida and, more importantly, it would have been wrong for our children. I am relieved that Senate Bill 6 was nixed."
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Gelber Statement on the political gamesmanship by House Republicans to authorize AG McCollum's frivolous lawsuit

Eleventh hour amendment added to legislation wages an assault on a woman's right to privacy

Apr 9, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


"My colleagues in the House Republican Caucus are unbelievable. The latest political stunt in amending a simple piece of legislation (HB 855) that allows General McCollum to waste taxpayer dollars on a politically motivated and frivolous lawsuit is wrong.

"Rather than focus on the great challenges of the state and the real needs of Floridians, House Republicans continue to ram through political agendas. Yesterday was SB 6 and today is blocking meaningful access to health care. What will come tomorrow?

"Floridians expect more from their legislature."
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Statement: Gelber Comments on Sink & Crist Call for Federal Investigation of the Republican Party of Florida

Eleventh hour amendment added to legislation wages an assault on a woman's right to privacy

Apr 2, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Miami Beach, Fla. - State Senator Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach), Democratic Candidate for Attorney General, issued the following statement in response to Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink and Governor Charlie Crist's call for a federal investigation of the Republican Party of Florida:

"Governor Crist should be commended for listening to Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink's advice and encouraging the Attorney General to pursue a criminal investigation of the Republican Party of Florida.
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Gelber takes aim at politically motivated lawsuit

Amendment filed to prohibit the waste of taxpayer dollars on frivolous lawsuit

Mar 25, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


Tallahassee, Fla. Recognizing the political demagoguery coming from the lawsuit filed by Attorney General Bill McCollum to block Floridians from achieving health care reform, State Sen. Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) filed an amendment to SB 712 to prohibit the waste of taxpayer dollars on any contingency fee contract with a private attorney to challenge the constitutionality of federal health reform legislation.

"The Attorney General is supposed to go after special interests who abuse the system and defraud Floridians, said Sen. Gelber. "It's unfortunate that AG McCollum is siding with insurance companies that want to deny care to Floridians, or refuse to cover children with preexisting illness. The AG is advancing a frivolous lawsuit that amounts to a total waste of taxpayer money."
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Statement on McCollum Challenge to President's HealthCare Legislation

Amendment filed to prohibit the waste of taxpayer dollars on frivolous lawsuit

Mar 23, 2010




"Today, AG McCollum showed he is tone deaf to the reality we have nearly four million uninsured Floridians, 800,000 of which are children. His decision to challenge the constitutionality of the federal health care reform bill that is working its way through the Congress is shortsighted and nothing more than rank demagoguery.

"I think it's sad that our state's top legal officer has sided with insurance companies that seek to deny Floridians coverage or prevent children with pre existing illnesses from receiving health care."
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Statement: Gelber Issues Statement on McCollum's Decision to Block Health Care Reform in Florida

Amendment filed to prohibit the waste of taxpayer dollars on frivolous lawsuit

Mar 16, 2010




"Today, AG McCollum showed he is tone deaf to the reality we have nearly four million uninsured Floridians, 800,000 of which are children. His decision to challenge the constitutionality of the federal health care reform bill that is working its way through the Congress is shortsighted and nothing more than rank demagoguery.

"We live in a state with a full-blown health care crisis. No state (other than Texas) has a higher percentage of uninsured and yet we see more of the same politics as usual from AG McCollum. Though I am outraged by AG McCollum's decision, I am not surprised. AG McCollum has a pattern of blocking health care. He is spending millions to defend the state's failure to provide medical and dental care to poor and disabled children (a suit that he should have settled years ago).

"General McCollum's decision to use his office to investigate ways to block health insurance reform is wrongheaded and will cost millions and millions of dollars in a legal battle that is unwarranted. We need solutions to our health care crisis, not obstructions!"
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Military Impersonation Bill Earns Unanimous Passage Through Senate Committee

Legislation Filed by Sen. Gelber Fights Back Against Groups Misleading the Public

Mar 10, 2010


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Landmark legislation sponsored by Senator Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) fighting impersonation of military veterans was unanimously passed by the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday.

"This is a critical first step towards passage, and I thank my colleagues for joining me in standing up for our veterans all across Florida," said Senator Gelber. "The unanimous vote just goes to show that impersonating our veterans for personal enrichment won't be tolerated."
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Gainesville Mayor Pegeen Hanrahan Endorses Gelber for Attorney General

Legislation Filed by Sen. Gelber Fights Back Against Groups Misleading the Public

Feb 2, 2010




Gainesville Mayor Pegeen Hanrahan has announced her support of my campaign for Attorney General:

"Florida is in desperate need of serious leadership like that offered by Dan Gelber. Dan has been the type of public official that looks beyond the next election cycle and to the next generation. He has been a defender of Florida's natural gifts, and a true advocate for smart and thoughtful growth."
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Broward Support Continues to Grow

Legislation Filed by Sen. Gelber Fights Back Against Groups Misleading the Public

Jan 29, 2010




I am pleased to announce that our campaign's newest support comes from long-time Broward State Attorney Mike Satz.

"Dan's extensive experience as a federal prosecutor makes him especially suited for this trust. He's handled big investigations and cases, and managed other lawyers. He is ready on day one to make a difference."

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Statement: State Sen. Dan Gelber Applauds President Obama's Announcement of Florida's High Speed Rail Grant

Legislation Filed by Sen. Gelber Fights Back Against Groups Misleading the Public

Jan 28, 2010

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


"This is a huge twofer. We get an immediate boost to Florida's ailing economy while modernizing our antiquated state-wide transportation system. Moving forward with infrastructure projects like high speed rail will help rebuild our short and long term economy by putting thousands of Floridians back to work. It will also put us on track to begin modernizing our transportation system for the challenges of tomorrow.
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Statement: State Senator Dan Gelber on the close of Special Session B and passage of statewide rail legislation

Legislation Filed by Sen. Gelber Fights Back Against Groups Misleading the Public

Dec 9, 2009





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Statement: Sen. Gelber Comments on Lawsuit Challenging Adequacy of Public School Funding in Florida

Legislation Filed by Sen. Gelber Fights Back Against Groups Misleading the Public

Nov 18, 2009

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


"I commend the Southern Legal Counsel and the plaintiffs in their lawsuit filed today challenging the adequacy of public school funding in Florida. When Floridians amended their Constitution in 1998 to make "paramount" a "high quality" system of public education, they meant it.

"I do think it is unfortunate that Attorney General Bill McCollum refused to file a school funding lawsuit as I urged him to do last month. Frankly, it is unfair to hope that public interest groups, or parents take on such a monumental task. It is the job — no the duty— of the Attorney General to make sure our Constitution is enforced, even if it means taking on the Legislature to do so. As Attorney General I will not hesitate for a moment to bring or join such a lawsuit."
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Broward Mayors Stand with Dan Gelber for Attorney General

Mayors Join Growing List of Broward Supporters Solidly Behind Gelber for Attorney General

Oct 7, 2009

Christian Ulvert

(305) 336-3631


Miami Beach, Fla. - Broward Mayors Frank Ortis of Pembroke Pines, Lori Moseley of Miramar, Joy Cooper of Hallandale Beach, Debby Eisinger of Cooper City and Roger Wishner of Sunrise today announced their endorsement of Sen. Dan Gelber for Attorney General.
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Northeast Florida Democrats Announce Endorsement of Gelber for AG

Local elected officials join Sen. Gelber's efforts to deliver a new direction for Floridians

Sep 21, 2009

Christian Ulvert

(305) 336-3631


Miami Beach, Fla. - Following a two-day campaign visit in Jacksonville for events including the Jacksonville Young Democrats annual fundraiser, State Representatives Audrey Gibson (D-Jacksonville) and Mia Jones (D-Jacksonville), Jacksonville City Councilwoman Glorious Johnson and Councilman John Crescimbeni, St. Augustine Mayor Joe Boles and Former House Democratic Leader Doug Wiles announced their endorsement of Sen. Dan Gelber (D-Miami Beach) as Florida's next Attorney General.
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Sen. Gelber Comments on Start of Hispanic Heritage Month

Gelber encourages Floridians to take part in month-long activities commemorating Hispanic Heritage

Sep 15, 2009

Christian Ulvert

305-336-3631


"Today, I join the close to four million Hispanic Floridians in commemorating the start of Hispanic Heritage Month. During this month, we honor and celebrate our state's great cultural diversity. It is a time to recognize how our communities are enriched from the history and diversity from the Hispanic community and the great contributions to our state's economy from the more than 85,000 Florida Hispanic owned businesses. I encourage all Floridians to participate in the many activities taking place throughout our state over the next month."

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Broward House Democrats Get Behind Gelber for Attorney General

Legislators Join Growing List of Broward Supporters Solidly Behind Gelber for Attorney General

Sep 4, 2009

Christian Ulvert

(305) 336-3631


Reps. Thurston, Waldman, Gibbons and Jenne join other Broward elected officials who are solidly behind Sen. Gelber's campaign for Attorney General, including Commissioner Kristin Jacobs, Mayor Jack Seiler and Former State Rep. Matt Meadows.
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