Interview: Mike Fasano discusses the Republican slate of electors voted on by the Florida House of Representatives

From: All Things Considered (NPR) | Date: December 12, 2000| Author: | Copyright information

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Interview: Mike Fasano discusses the Republican slate of electors voted on by the Florida House of Representatives

Host: LINDA WERTHEIMER Time: 9:00-10:00 PM

LINDA WERTHEIMER, host:

To talk about the decision made by the Republican-dominated House in Florida, we have Representative Mike Fasano. He represents New Port Richey--that's Pasco County--and he joins us by telephone from Tallahassee. Mr. Fasano, what is your take on why this was necessary?

State Representative MIKE FASANO (Republican, Majority Leader): This was necessary because the Legislature had a ...

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