by Javier Manjarres
Is U.S. Senate candidate Mike Haridopolos campaign caught up in a ‘hairy’ sitiuation?
Haridopolos seems to be in a bit of a pickle with the most recent shake up of his campaign- not one like Newt Gingrich’s Presidential campaign recently endured, but a significant one nonetheless. Haridopolos’ top political consultant and campaign manager have left the campaign, bringing that to a total of five staffers and consultants that have left his campaign.
The Politico and the Miami Herald are now reporting that long-time Republican operative Arlene DiBenigno will be the campaign’s new manager. DiBenigno is well respected in political circles and has proven herself to be up to the task of running the day-to-day of U.S. Senatorial campaign.
The Miami Herald’s Marc Caputo makes the following interesting points regarding the presumption that Haridopolos’ campaign is stagnant and in trouble:
The departures from his campaign mirror the situation in his legislative office, where spokesman David Bishop left to work for the Florida lottery and chief of staff Steve MacNamara departed to take the same position with Gov. Rick Scott. Haridopolos’ other close aide, Chris Finkbinder, is also set to leave for Scott’s office.
There are no announced campaign-staff replacements. Haridopolos’ campaign has struggled to find a spokesperson in recent weeks. One possible replacement for Bainter could be Public Concepts, a hard-hitting West Palm Beach-based consulting firm. Owner Randy Nielsen said he was unaware of the changes in Haridopolos staff.
But, Nielsen said, Haridopolos has a trump card in the crowded Republican race: He has the most money, which can buy television ads that move the needle of public opinion.
How long Haridopolos can retain that edge is unclear. The upcoming session should provide him some extra opportunities to get more contributions from lobbyists and people seeking to do business with the state – his primary source of campaign income.
Haridopolos raised $2.5 million in the first quarter of the year. But his fundraising dropped sharply to about $900,000 over the last three months, according to his campaign. Former Sen. George LeMieux announced he raised the most: about $950,000.-Miami Herald
14 Responses to “Haridopolos’ ‘Hairy’ Campaign Situation”
Hasner is next. The people are finding their voice and projecting a new influence. No more RINOs!
I believe Mike to be a true conservative, good guy and no RINO! I pray he can repace Nelson!
He is a flip Flop E-Verify ran and hid , courting the Latino vote RINO
Wait till next week, when the Tea Party comes back to Tally. Oh, yeah, that’s right, almost forgot that we are invisible to Hairy. We’ll see!
I have to question where are his votes coming from? The special interest club doesn’t have enough members.
Hari has shown his true colors long enough and it’s time for a change. I agree no more RHINOs.
Here is something we can do where even “Chairman MAO” DeNapoli can’t take revenge:
Every time you go somewhere he is likely to be (BREC meetings, RBN functions, other club functions) wear red. Why red: Red is the Republican color. Ironically, it is also the color of communism which style of leadership seems to have so much appeal for Chairman Q-tip and his Q-ettes.
WEAR RED TO OUST DeNAPOLI!
Mike’s support leaving him? He probably will have a hard time replacing them. He is known for his backstabbing and that doesn’t sit well with employees. He has money, but with his record he would have to be in the Obama camp when it comes to campaign cash.
His record is preceeding him.
Yes, he stands for open immigration regardless of current laws and the current unemployment situation in Floruida. He slammed SB2040 which would have stopped the tsunami of illegals from coming into Florida from Alabama, Georgia and South Carolina who that they have signed up for the
E-Verify that Mike thought was unnecessary since he preferred having illegals take the jobs from Floridians. In the end, I totally prefer Hasner or McCallister. They certainly are not RINOS as HairOrADopeOrLess is.
I’ve heard all 4 running candidates speak. I like Lemieux because he has the xperience and can keep making a difference. He legislative on the billl for Medicare fraud, ant it went through. Out of all of them, I like Hasner, and McAllister.
It don’t matter to me.I will not vote for any of these republicans. The GOP has never been concerned with me except my vote,and then ignore me when I have a question or comment.I thouht we would have a chance to turn America back with the Tea Party movement,but the GOP proved to be smarter than the people,so I gues we get the government we deserve.One thing is certain,I can not stop the GOP from feeding me dirt,but I promise I will never vote for the dirt they feed me.I only wish the GOP will tallk about NAFTA,NAU,Amnesty and the Rail system that Obama and the Democrats are getting blamed for.
Mike McCalister got of to a slow start but is coming on strong. I think he will be there in the end. Every event I go to around the state he is there.
Let’s see. Can’t get E-Verify passed with a GOP house and Senate. Filed false financials four years in a row. Try’s to stick us with higher FPL fees for alternative energy. Mr. Fake, Farce & Liar should just go away. Maybe take up tap dancing he’s already and expert at that.
Lucille says:
Mike McCalister is the right man for Florida. Lets all get behind him. Listen to him when you can and you will see for yourselves.
Remember that name Col. Mike McCalister!!!!!!!!!!!!
Just keep your eye on McCalister,,, He is the real thing, He has my vote, Real People who love this Country that’s what it takes to preserve Freedom… pay attention please.