In Tuesday’s Primary Election, we had some expected wins and some unexpected losses. But overall, we have a pretty strong field for November.
Regrets to Judge Clayton Simmons lost his re-election bid to newcomer Linda Schoonover.
Regrets to Jeanne Morris who lost her re-election bid for School Board.
Regrets to Seminole County Commissioner, Mike McLean was unseated by opponent John Horan.
Regrets to Bill McCollum, who was edged out by newcomer Rick Scott in the race for Governor.
Regrets to political newcomers Don Epps and Win Adams lost their bid for County Commission to Carlton Henley.
Kudos to Sandy Adams, who had an uphill battle with a crowded field and still managed to pull out a win.
Kudos to US Representative Michael Yost, Judge Michael Rudisill, and Judge Fred Schott for being the only incumbents of the night to keep their seats.
Kudos to political newcomers Jessica Recksiedler, Linda Schoonover, Karen Almond, and Jason Brodeur for running successful yet highly contested campaigns.
Kudos to Tina Calderone and Becky Erwin, who will face each other in a runoff in November.
Kudos to Pam Bondi managed to edge out Holly Benson and Lt. Governor Jeff Kottkamp for Attorney General.
