Wasserman Schultz Statement on the Passing of Former FL Governor Reubin Askew

Washington, DC, March 13, 2014
U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) issued the following statement this morning after the passing of former Florida Governor Reubin Askew:
“Today is a sad day for Floridians, particularly for the generation of policymakers and leaders who came of age in a more progressive, more pragmatic, more inspirational political climate thanks to the leadership and vision of Governor Reubin Askew. 
“Mr. Askew left an indelible mark in Tallahassee as both a state legislator and a popular two-term governor, and in many ways moved Florida ahead of the nation on issues such as tax reform, equality and civil rights, and environmental protection.
“My thoughts are with Governor Askew’s wife and children as they mourn his passing. I join them in honoring his exemplary service to his state and to his country.”
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