Press Release: Bill McCollum Endorsed by Republican Nominee for Florida Commissioner of Agriculture

Tallahassee, FL – Today, the McCollum Campaign for Governor announced Congressman Adam Putnam has endorsed Bill McCollum in the Republican primary for governor. Putnam is the Republican nominee for Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture.

“I am honored to have Congressman Putnam’s support in my campaign for governor. As a Congressman, Adam has been a tireless advocate for Central Florida and has been a national conservative leader on critical policy issues,” said Attorney General Bill McCollum. “I look forward to working with Adam in Florida’s Cabinet to strengthen Florida’s agriculture, renewable energy and tourism industries when I am elected governor.”

“Floridians are facing unprecedented economic challenges, and Bill McCollum has a plan to rebuild Florida’s economy, attract more businesses to our state and create greater prosperity for future generations, while strengthening our existing industries. I am proud to support his candidacy for governor and look forward to working with him in the future,” said Congressman Adam Putnam. “Bill McCollum is the solid conservative Florida needs to get our economy back on track.”

Congressman Putnam serves Florida’s 12th District in Congress and is a member of the House Committee on Financial Services. He is also a member of the House Republican Conference. Originally from Bartow, Putnam is a fifth generation Floridian raised on his family’s citrus and cattle farm.

As governor, Bill McCollum will implement his plan to create more than a half a million new jobs in six years. Promoting a diverse economy by recruiting and growing 21st century industries is a key part of Bill McCollum’s vision for the future of Florida’s economy.

For more information, campaign news, and updates, visit www.BillMcCollum.com.

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