Inclement weather and a last minute change of venue did little to deter the sunny disposition at a press conference Tuesday afternoon when Mayor John Peyton announced his endorsement for U. S. Senate candidate Mel Martinez.
“As I look towards the future and, more specifically, to the needs of Jacksonville,” said Peyton, “I believe Mel Martinez is the most qualified candidate and that he will make the best senator.”
Peyton said he was most impressed with Martinez’ “track record” on current issues, including national security, home management and economic growth.