*So, Hillsborough County led the state in voter complaints. Was there ever a doubt that this election would be one more opportunity for Supervisor of Elections Buddy Johnson to add to his inglorious legacy?
But he did, at least, lose. However, his 233,000 votes were only about 18,000 fewer than those cast for Phyllis Busansky.
Which begs the question: And how many votes would he have gotten were he competent?
*Nice victory statement from Rachel Burgin, the experience-challenged, 26-year-old who won the District 56 Florida House seat. “I’m very honored and humbled that the people of Hillsborough Count have decided to let me continue to represent this district,” she said.
Arguably, more presumptuous than “humbled,” however. She is not the incumbent. That was Trey Traviesa. Burgin was his dutiful, acolyte aide. Close enough for government work.
*Tampa Bay lived up to its king-maker reputation. When a Democratic presidential candidate wins Hillsborough County, the ramifications — and electoral ripples — are nationwide.