Karen Thurman Tells Barack Obama: ‘You Can Keep Your Change’

Tallahassee—Barack Obama has pledged to set up a bipartisan administration and revive the economy. We take him at his word. Florida Democrat Chairman Karen Thurman, however, refuses to follow the lead of President-Elect Obama, continuing to hurl hyper-partisan attacks across the aisle instead of working for change.

Under the leadership of Governor Crist, Republicans are working to get our economy back on track by accelerating transportation projects, increasing access to affordable healthcare, and helping homeowners facing foreclosure. Our goal is to stimulate the economy and keep taxes low, versus stimulating controversy for political hay and taking the low road. Republicans have also tried to reach across the aisle and appoint Democrats to leadership positions in the Legislature, but instead of accepting the positions and working with Republicans for change, the Democrats used the same old playbook and refused “…so that it would be easier for the minority party to criticize the GOP-run process.” (“House Democrats Decline Committee Leadership Positions" )

While accusing Republicans of election losses, Thurman neglects to mention that the Florida Democrats had an unprecedented amount of cash, staff, and resources this election cycle, but they still couldn’t beat one Republican incumbent Legislator this year.

If Karen Thurman and the Democrats are interested in doing what’s best for Floridians, they would stop the nonsense, end the political games, and give up the ridiculous attacks.

If the Democrats want to do what’s best for Republicans, they will keep up the same old attacks and repetitive losses.

Meanwhile, we’ll keep providing strong leadership that the people will continue to support at the ballot box. We appreciate your assistance, Chairman Thurman!