TAMPA, FL – U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) released the following statement on the passing of former Florida Governor and U.S. Senator Bob Graham:

“Bob Graham will always be “Mr. Florida”. He remained our beloved “Governor” even through his years in the U.S. Senate and beyond. Honest, smart, always with his notebook, informed by his “workdays”, devoted to Florida’s natural environment, a booster for public education and committed to high ethical standards - Graham was one of Florida’s greatest public servants. He united Floridians with his positive outlook and “can-do” spirit as the state moved into the modern era.

“Sending love to Adele, Gwen and the Graham family.”