The latest flop comes as liberal icon Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., announced his endorsement of Grayson and took a number of not-so-subtle shots at Murphy’s thin record:
Kennedy, an environmental lawyer and progressive radio host, touted Grayson’s strength in standing up against special interests, particularly on energy and environmental issues such as the Keystone XL pipeline.
He heralded Grayson as ‘the lone, true environmental defender in this Senate race.’
‘It’s a comfort to know Democrats like Alan Grayson still exist in Washington,’ Kennedy said in a statement provided by Grayson’s campaign. ‘He’s one of those who will not compromise in what they believe and fight for. We need Alan in the Senate.’
Murphy is already having a tough week, as the self-proclaimed champion of campaign finance reform, who has “always opposed” Citizens United, has to explain why his campaign is supported by a super PAC funded by a six-figure check from his own father:
Coastal Construction CEO Thomas Murphy put up $200,000 of the $535,000 raised by Floridians for a Strong Middle Class, a new group formed to back his son’s Senate bid, according to new Federal Election Commission filings. (Kevin Robillard, “Family Money Fuels Single-Race Super PACs,” Politico, 2/1/16)
Sorry, Patrick. Your dad can’t buy you credibility.