Bryan Nelson Backs Bob Cortes to Take on Karen Castor Dentel

The Republican leadership in Tallahassee continues to rally behind Bob Cortes to challenge Rep. Karen Castor Dentel, D-Maitland. On Wednesday, Rep. Bryan Nelson, R-Apopka, endorsed Cortes over Scott Sturgill for the Republican nomination to take on Castor Dentel in 2014. Nelson joins a host of Republican legislators -- including House Majority Leader Steve Precourt, R-Orlando -- in backing Cortes.

Bob Cortes is a leader we can count on, said Nelson on Wednesday. Bob is a successful small-business man, committed public servant, and a great father, and I know how committed he is to bringing more jobs and world-class schools to Central Florida.

Representative Nelson has been a friend to me and our community for many years, said Cortes. I admire his great leadership and look forward to his continued help and advice on the campaign trail.

Castor Dentel is one of the chief Republican targets in the Legislature in the 2014 election cycle.