NFIB Endorses Jay Fant Over Paul Renner

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) endorsed banker Jay Fant over attorney and veteran Paul Renner in one of the most competitive Republican legislative primaries in Florida. Fant and Renner are running for the Florida House seat currently held by Rep. Daniel Davis, R-Jacksonville, who did not run for a third term so he could lead the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce. The seat represents parts of Duval County, including Jacksonville's Westside.

?Jay?'s business experience in the district has given him an understanding of the issues facing Florida'?s small-business owners, and his focus on reducing taxes and regulations, enacting lawsuit reform, and eliminating the roadblocks hindering small-business growth show that he'?s committed to helping Florida'?s job creators,? said Bill Herrle, the executive director of the Florida NFIB, on Tuesday. ?Jay is the best candidate in the district who is fully devoted to supporting small business in the Florida House, and we feel he can provide steady leadership to ensure that Florida maintains its pro-business climate.? Jay?'s emphasis on reducing the burdens placed on small-business owners shows his dedication to helping entrepreneurs succeed.

?"As a career small-business man, I am honored by NFIB's endorsement," said Fant. ?"Their commitment to conservative principles, limited government, and free enterprise match up with mine, and I look forward to working closely with them in the Florida Legislature. By reducing taxes and reshaping our regulatory structure to work with businesses instead of against them, we will create an economic environment in which everyone can succeed."