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"We're in Business, But We Need You" Video Script

A Message From
Charles H. Bronson
Florida Agriculture Commissioner

Times have been hard for Florida's commercial fishermen. High operating costs, a tough economy, and now a massive oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Some are out of business. Others are on the brink.

But Florida's commercial fishing industry has a proud heritage. Fishing built our coastal towns, and shaped our state's history and traditions.

Florida seafood is a tradition long enjoyed by people from all walks of life. Whether eating in or dining out, whenever family and friends get together it's always a special time when Florida seafood is on the table.

And, despite the news images from the Gulf, Florida seafood is safe and ready to be enjoyed. The fresh catch from clean, unaffected Florida waters is coming in daily. Florida's commercial fishermen are in business, but we need you.

I urge everyone to pay a visit to your local fish market or coastal seafood restaurant and enjoy delicious Florida seafood -- the harvest that so many work so hard to bring to you.

Sincerely,
Signature: Charles H. Bronson
Charles H. Bronson
Commissioner of Agriculture