From The New Democrat Magazine's "100 To Watch"

Background: City commissioner.

Proudest accomplishments: Race relations initiative, downtown development, transportation improvement, citizen open houses, and serving as president of the Florida League of Cities.

Political figure I admire most: Mallory Horne.

Why I am a Democrat: "The Democratic Party has a long tradition of protecting working people. I believe in the values of opportunity, community, and responsibility. Democrats appeal to our country's greatest hopes rather than pander to our deepest fears."