UF president lauds appointment of LeMieux to Martinez seat

August 28, 2009

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida President Bernie Machen issued the following statement regarding Gov. Charlie Crist’s appointment today of George LeMieux to succeed U.S. Sen. Mel Martinez:

“I commend Gov. Charlie Crist for his choice today of George LeMieux as Florida’s newest U.S. senator. George’s experience in public service and his work as deputy attorney general for Florida bring new perspectives and enthusiasm to the position. George has already demonstrated his strong support for Florida’s higher education system as well. We’re eager to work with George just as closely as we did with his predecessor, Sen. Mel Martinez, and we’re all grateful for Sen. Martinez’ tremendous leadership and service to the state of Florida.”