Alex Sink, the former state Chief Financial Officer who was defeated by Rick Scott during the last election for Florida governor, announced today she is not planning to run for again for governor. The announcement wasn't especially surprising, since the recent passing of her husband, Bill McBride - who was also a candidate for governor. The Democrat was defeated by Republican Jeb Bush. Her withdrawal from consideration strengthens the possibility that Republican-turned-Independent-turned-Democrat Charlie Crist will choose to run for governor. Crist issued a statement in the wake of Sink's announcement: "I loved working with Alex on the Florida Cabinet and I'm sure it won't be the last time we work together," Crist said. "Florida needs Alex Sink and I'm excited about what's happening at her Florida Next Foundation." Currently, the only major Democrat who has announced her candidacy is former South Florida state Sen. Nan Rich. Sink, a Democrat from Thonotosassa, released a statement on why she chose not to run:
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Alex Sink Bows Out of Race for Governor
