As Independent, Charlie Crist shows Democratic look
It’s a pretty good checklist for a Democratic candidate trying to shore up his base as he heads to the fall elections: Standing up for gay members of the military services. Opposing more restrictions on abortions. Calling for a ban on oil drilling off Florida’s shores. Rejecting a bill that would have eliminated tenure for school teachers. Appealing to AFL-CIO members for their union’s endorsement. Yet, these are the recent moves of Gov. Charlie Crist, a former Republican who is…