Dems Gov. Wayne Mixson and Bob Crawford Back Adam Putnam

U.S. Rep. Adam Putnam, the Republican candidate running to be the states next commissioner of agriculture and consumer services, unveiled backing from prominent Florida Democrats on Thursday.

Adam Putnam reaches across party lines to ensure all Floridians have a voice at the table, said former Gov. Wayne Mixson, who backed Putnam over Democratic candidate Scott Maddox. Our state will be united under his leadership, and Floridians will finally see real solutions taking priority over politics.

Serving as commissioner of agriculture takes a strong background in agriculture, dedication to consumer protection and a vision for Floridas future, said former Commissioner Bob Crawford. Adam Putnam has worked with members of both major political parties to ensure a prosperous future for agriculture and our great state. As a former commissioner of agriculture, I am honored to join with fellow Democrats in endorsing his candidacy.

Throughout my career in the Florida House and U.S. House, I have dedicated myself to working with representatives from all political parties, because I believe the best solutions are developed together, said Putnam. I am honored to have the endorsement of these strong Florida leaders and Florida Democrats as we all work toward ensuring Florida remains the best state to call home.

Mixson, who was governor for the three days between Gov. Bob Graham stepping down to take his seat in the U.S. Senate and Bob Martinez being inaugurated, has backed Republicans before, including supporting President George W. Bushs bid for re-election in 2004. Mixson supported Republican Jeb Bush for governor over Democrat Buddy MacKay back in 1998; he also backed Republican Bill McCollum for attorney general over Democrat Skip Campbell.