Lakeland Ledger Editorial Board Tweets updates with Gov. Scott

The Lakeland Ledger Tweet updates from the editorial board meeting today with Gov. Rick Scott:

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The meeting with Gov. Scott has ended.
40 minutes ago

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Gov. Scott on what distinguishes him from predecessors: Spent more time in business; most had previous elected office and more hair. #flgov
42 minutes ago

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Scott on spare time: He has little. When he does, he likes to read, take long walks, ride bike. Can't ride bike much due to FDLE monitor.
44 minutes ago

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Gov. Scott on the role of community colleges: He went to one after the Navy. They need to spend dollars well and focus on programs for jobs.
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Gov. Scott on USFP independence: More analysis of costs is needed. Can we afford it? Is it better for our students?
51 minutes ago

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Gov. Scott disputed that he supports charter schools more than public schools and that charter schools favor the wealthy. #flgov
54 minutes ago

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Gov. Scott at the head of the table in the LOMatthews conference room at The Ledger campl.us/gXav
55 minutes ago

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Gov. Scott on solution to real estate values and soft consumer spending: long-term solution is jobs. Didn't answer on short-term solution.
1 hour ago

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Gov. Scott says his Brazil trip was helpful in interesting businesses in Florida. He's hoping for the same on next week's Israel trip.
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When Gov. Scott entered the room, he greeted every individual with a handshake and eye contact. #flgov
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Gov. Scott on his trip to Brazil: Citrus trade issues did not come up. He met with businesses and governor of Sao Paulo, but no fed official.
1 hour ago

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Live Coverage: Gov. Rick Visits The Ledger ow.ly/1fV2Zu
1 hour ago

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Gov. Scott at The Ledger with his personalized Florida shirt. #flgov campl.us/gXaa
1 hour ago

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Gov. Scott: Biggest difference with government over private business is increased level of press scrutiny. #flgov
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Gov. Scott on transition from corporate world to government: It's more alike than different. You have to persuade and rely on good workers.
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Gov. Scott on immigration: I'm very comfortable that the companies in our state can do the right things to find the right workers. #flgov
1 hour ago

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Gov. Scott at The Ledger. #flgov campl.us/gW9L
1 hour ago

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Gov. Scott on Internet sales tax: It's not fair. Hopefully it's resolved on the federal level. I don't want to tax families more. #flgov
1 hour ago

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Gov. Scott: Fewer than 17 percent of students are in STEM programs even though that's where fastest growth or jobs is. #flgov
1 hour ago

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Gov. Scott: Schools at all levels should focus on training for where jobs are going to be. Why do education costs have to rise every year?
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Gov. Scott is asked about political fight over USFP. Dodged it by saying he wants to focus on where the jobs are. #flgov
1 hour ago

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On bullet train decision: High-speed rail projects haven't worked. Taxpayers don't want to support projects that will lose money. #flgov
1 hour ago

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Gov. Scott is asked why he avoided editorial boards when he ran. He said he didn't think he'd get endorsed. #flgov
1 hour ago

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Gov. Scott: Goals for 2012 Legislature: lower taxes, reduce regulations, improve education for job creation, reduce ed costs, PIP fraud.
1 hour ago

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Gov. Scott opens by talking about attracting jobs; "Don't let the government do anything to raise the cost of living." #flgov
1 hour ago

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Gov. Scott has arrived at The Ledger. #flgov campl.us/gW88
1 hour ago

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The empty seat at the head of the table is for Gov. Scott. #flgov campl.us/gW8L
1 hour ago

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Gov. Rick Scott is scheduled to visit The Ledger editorial board at 1:45 p.m. today. Live tweets: twitter.com/theledger #flgov
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