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...That could be difficult: Characterized as an energetic, "tough as nails" politico, Harris not only worked tirelessly for Governor Jeb Bush's campaign against Democrat Lawton Chiles, she also was among the first to join the frontlines in George W. Bush's bid for the presidency. One political reporter remembers seeing Harris tromping through the February snow in New Hampshire, delivering strawberries and oranges to potential primary voters. Later in the year, Harris posted this endorsement on George W. Bush's official campaign site: "I am thrilled and honored to announce my support of George W. Bush for the presidency...
...Chief Justice Charles T. Wells Appointed to the court by the late Democratic governor Lawton Chiles in 1994. Considered a moderate by court-watchers. Came under fire, along with Justice Harding (see below), for communicating in secret with Republican lawmakers during a legislative debate over the death penalty...
...Justice Henry Lee Anstead Appointed by Lawton Chiles in 1994. Characterized as an extremely bright judge who is not opposed to taking risks...
...Justice Barbara J. Pariente Appointed by Lawton Chiles in 1997. Very smart, progressive-leaning judge...
...Justice Peggy A. Quince Appointed by Lawton Chiles and Jeb Bush in 1998. Too recent an addition to generate any substantial buzz...