Latest Fact-Checks By Richard Danielson

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Bob Buckhorn
Bob Buckhorn
stated on January 15, 2015 in a campaign ad:
Says he "balanced the budget without raising taxes."
Mostly False
By Richard Danielson • January 16, 2015
Bob Buckhorn
Bob Buckhorn
stated on January 15, 2015 in a campaign ad:
Tampa Bay is "leading the state in jobs creation."
Mostly False
By Richard Danielson • January 15, 2015
Bob Buckhorn
Bob Buckhorn
stated on January 15, 2015 in a campaign ad:
Says he "secured the highest possible bond rating" for the city of Tampa.
Half-True
By Richard Danielson • January 15, 2015
Rose Ferlita
Rose Ferlita
stated on March 10, 2011 in a campaign TV ad:
Tampa mayoral opponent Bob Buckhorn "supported forcing police officers to keep their guns locked in the trunks of their cruisers."
False
By Richard Danielson • March 11, 2011
Dick Greco
Dick Greco
stated on May 1, 2002 in city report reprinted as 2011 mayoral campaign material:
"Financed the largest parking expansion program without a rate increase."
Mostly False
By Richard Danielson • February 12, 2011
Dick Greco
Dick Greco
stated on November 29, 2010 in a report on his past accomplishments as Tampa mayor:
"Refinanced $232.6 million in bonds, resulting in reduced debt service for the City."
Half-True
By Richard Danielson, Janet Zink • December 3, 2010