Janelle Irwin Taylor
Adam Ross has secured endorsements from two congressional leaders in his bid for Pinellas County Tax Collector. U.S. Reps. Gus Bilirakis — one of the state’s most senior congressional delegation members — and Anna Paulina Luna — one of its newest — both have offered their endorsements.
“Adam Ross is a true professional and strong leader. He understands the vital role that tax collectors play in getting important services to the people of Pinellas County. He knows how to manage a large organization that ensures it delivers on its customer service goals,” said Bilirakis, who has served on Capitol Hill since being first elected in 2006.
“He will continue to modernize the tax collection office, ensuring all county areas have convenient access to their offices. Adam Ross will get the job done and has my full support.”
The Bilirakis name has been a staple in Pinellas and Pasco County politics for decades. Bilirakis’ dad, Michael Bilirakis, served in the House from 1983 until his son succeeded him in 2007.
Luna, meanwhile, offers a newer set of bona fides. As a member of the House Freedom Caucus and a close ally to U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, Luna offers credibility among voters who align with far-right ideologies.
“I am a huge advocate for strong leadership and conservative values. Adam Ross is a leader whose conservative principles are never in doubt,” Luna said.
“As an advocate for efficient government and fiscal conservatism, Adam will serve our families well as Pinellas County Tax Collector and ensure every customer receives the service they deserve. Adam has proven himself to be a dependable manager of public funds as Executive Director of the State Attorney’s Office, and I look forward to continue working with him to keep Pinellas great.”
With both endorsements, Ross covers a wide swath of Pinellas County’s conservative electorate. He called both nods “an honor.”
“Local families know how dedicated these U.S. Representatives are when it comes to securing critical funding from Washington, keeping our nation safe, and standing up for our conservative values. I look forward to continue working with both of them,” Ross said.
He announced his candidacy in December, following incumbent Charles Thomas’ announcement that he would not seek re-election. Thomas has endorsed Ross as his preferred successor.
Ross is so far the only candidate in the race.
One comment
Larry Gillis, Libertarian (Cape Coral)
February 20, 2024 at 11:13 am
Political endorsements from other pols are about as credible as those flyleaf book endorsements we see from other book authors. Vote Libertarian.
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