Sen. John McCain!
For the last two Presidential cycles, the national election theater spotlighted the most southern state in the Union, Florida. The curse of the chad… They were pregnant, hanging and blistered. The next President of the United States held in the balance of a few counties in South Florida. The state government has focused funds and efforts on previsions to avoid national embarrassment a third time.
A few factors leading to a GOP win
Gov. Charlie Crist- The popular 1st term governor gave McCain a well-timed endorsement, which clinched the nomination. Crist was also rumored to be on McCain’s short list for VP until the surprising announcement of Sarah Palin.
Retirees- The median age continues to drop in the state but the fact remains that the area invites the country's retirees. This generation votes touting the highest turnout across the demographics. The state houses hundred of thousands of veterans according to the National Journal’s Almanac 15 percent of population identifies themselves as vets.
State Legislature – A Republican dominated state House and Senate allows for increased party support and movement around the state.
Challenges
The Hispanic Vote – Florida cannot be won without the almost 3 million Hispanic-origin Floridians. Strong racial divisions between the Hispanic and African American community may prove to be a challenge for the Obama-Biden ticket.
The South Florida Jewish Community—Historically, major Democrat supporters and voters, the Jewish community remains skittish over Sen. Obama as outlined by a recent Financial Times article. “There are some people who still believe Obama is a Muslim or that he is not a friend of Israel,” says Randy Wolfgang. Some resentment has risen over Obama’s choice to send the popular former First Lady to campaign in the region on his behalf. McCain’s choice of an enthusiastic pro-life Christian does not resonate much better.
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