Democratic Candidate shows strong grass-roots organization in run for the State House 48 Seat

Palm Harbor, FL – Tom McKone received official word today from the Supervisor of Elections office that he successfully completed his petition drive for his candidacy for state House District 48.

“I am very thankful and proud of the many volunteers who gave tirelessly of themselves towards our campaign’s efforts in our petition drive,” stated Tom McKone. “This campaign will be a true grass-roots driven effort and we will continue to take it door-to-door. Having successfully completed the petition drive is the first of many victories for our campaign.”

“During our petition drive we heard over and over again how frustrated folks are with the shenanigans in Tallahassee,” stated McKone. “Voters are tired of the politicians in Tallahassee who aren’t focusing on the real needs of the District. We talked to many voters who are saying they plan on voting incumbents out and replacing them with new individuals who will focus on the real needs of the District. I feel very confident that we will be successful at the polls in November!”

Tom McKone is Fire Commissioner for the East Lake Tarpon Special Fire Control District serves 33,000 residents in the East Lake portion of the District.

In addition to serving as Chairman of the Fire Control District Board, Tom McKone also runs a successful business in the Heathcare Industry, serves on the Executive Board of the Palm Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce as Secretary and is a candidate for Florida House District 48 running against incumbent Peter Nehr.