Jeff Greene Scores an Endorsement in Meek's Backyard

Jeff Greene scored an endorsement in the backyard of his chief rival for the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate on Tuesday. The Liberty City Democratic Network Club backed Greene over U.S. Rep. Kendrick Meek.

"Our top priority is to strengthen our community and we believe that Jeff Greene is the only U.S. Senate candidate who has the know-how to solve the problems that have plagued our families for years, wrote Eric Thompson, the president of the club, and Roy Hardemon, the vice president. Mr. Greene has the experience to create jobs that will spur economic activity in all parts of the state and in particular Liberty City-Miami/Dade County. Mr. Greene is also the only candidate who is not a career politician and the only U.S. Senate candidate who has not been a part of the decline of Liberty City."

"I'm honored to have the support of the Liberty City Democratic Network Club, said Greene. We agree that Liberty City has been ignored far too long and residents need good-paying jobs in order to provide a better life for their families. As senator I will work to encourage economic development and investment that was lost during the 1980 civil disturbance and has not returned."