What they're saying:

La Gaceta says:

"Mr Patterson is the leading Democrat and is likely to face Republican Shawn Harrison, who is considered the favorite. Even so, Patterson is running an aggressive race and will be more competitive than most would think at first glance."

My campaign has some events coming soon, and I'd be grateful if you could make it to one of them. It's a chance to get more involved in the campaign, to meet other supporters, to learn more about me and to support locally owned businesses. Please feel free to bring your friends.

Thanks,
Russ Patterson

 
Dear All

I thought you would like to know that I was endorsed for my campaign for State Representative by the Tampa Tribune this morning. My campaign is the only Democratic Campaign to get on the ballot by the petition process. We did this with a strong field team who knocked on many doors and talked to many voters in our district. The district is ready for Democratic leadership. When we have talked to Democratic and No Party Affiliation voters and have told them that Dr Homan is not running, they are ready to vote for me. I also ask for your support and vote, if you live in the district.ttp://www2.tbo.com/content/2010/jul/31/co-our-choices-in-house-districts-60-61-and-67/news-opinion-editorials/

Take care,

Russ Patterson

Candidate for State Representative, District 60

Dear All

I am very happy to report that the St Petersburg Times has endorsed my campaign for State Representative

Here's the link: http://www.tampabay.com/opinion/editorials/times-recommends-for-florida-legislature/1113477.

Here's the relevant section to the whole article:

Russ Patterson House 60, Democrats Both Democrats seeking this open seat are first-time candidates with thin records in the north Tampa community. Retired Air Force veteran Russ Patterson has rich life experience that better prepares him for the serious challenges in Tallahassee. Patterson, 58, moved to Tampa in 2004. He spent 20 years as an Air Force navigator and the past decade as a consumer advocate and substitute teacher. Patterson would close sales tax loopholes, invest more in solar and other renewable energies and manage growth by steering development into already-urbanized areas. He has impressed many established local Democrats by seeing the big picture and having the maturity to realize that progress in Tallahassee can come in small pieces. Christopher Carlos Cano, 27, is a third-generation Tampa native who is studying for a master's degree in public administration at the University of South Florida. A Democratic and Hispanic activist, Cano has energy and passion. Public service needs more young people with a long-term view. But Cano is not up to speed on fundamental issues; he is more attuned to politics than policy. Patterson has worked harder in this campaign and reached out to more constituent groups. The district, which covers New Tampa, Lutz and Temple Terrace, has varied interests and needs a representative who can juggle. In the Democratic primary for House District 60, the Times recommends Russ Patterson. 

Take care,

Russ Patterson

Candidate for State Representative, District 60

 

 

Dear All

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Take care,

Russ Patterson