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What is John Legg thinking (Part 2)?

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In the Florida Legislature, John Legg is one of the good guys. A protege of populist Mike Fasano, Legg is a dedicated, policy-driven lawmaker with years of legislative experience that run counter to his boyish looks. That said, Legg has been somewhat of an enigma lately, although it’s understandable why he’s been acting the way he has. After being drawn into the new Senate District 10, Legg first told insiders that he would not run against fellow Republican Wilton Simpson, who is slated to become…

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Jack Latvala ends Senate presidency bid, will support Joe Negron, and be Appropriations chief

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The bitter race between Jack Latvala and Joe Negron for the Florida Senate presidency has come to an end. “I am withdrawing from the race for Senate President,” said Latvala, a Clearwater Republican, in an exclusive to FloridaPolitics.com. “I am supporting Joe Negron for Senate President.” The deal for Latvala? “I will be Appropriations Chairman,” Latvala said. Negron was magnanimous in victory. ““I look forward to working with Sen. Latvala and the entire Republican Caucus as we represent the citizens…

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