Former Congressman Explains How Politics Really Works

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

  • Currently endorsing Gwen Graham for Governor. 
  • His biggest problem with Florida politics (and politics in general) is that there are common sense issues that can't get solved due to bipartisan differences. 
  • There are a few reasons he ultimately did not run for Governor- The challenges of a last minute campaign and costly nature of running for office contributed, and he ultimately decided it wasn't the best career choice. 
  • One reason politicians pander to their own party is because moderates tend to be less passionate and have lower voter turnout. 
  • People are also becoming more polarized because they solely follow media sources that reinforces their beliefs.
  • Something that shocked Murphy about Congress- Having to vote on pieces of legislation that were over 1000 pages after only 24 hours of review time. 
  • Murphy's future plans include working on his family business, hosting more Town Halls with David Jolly and teaching at FIU.
  • Murphy admits that he will likely run for office again, but that it must be the right time, and right fit. 

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