The CLEO Institute, a climate change advocacy group, reports that Donalds has received $1.79 million in campaign contributions from Florida’s major power utilities over the years, trailing only Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson among Florida leaders.
“If we continue to add dangerous climate pollution into the mix, then people who are already suffering and are typically hurt first and worst will suffer even more,” said Susan Glickman, Vice President of Policy and Partnerships at The CLEO Institute.
“Floridians are paying the price for a monopoly utility system that prioritizes profits over the basic needs of consumers,” said Samantha Kaddis, Advocacy and Campaigns Associate with The CLEO Institute.
Susan Glickman with The CLEO Institute added, “Families shouldn’t have to choose between paying their power bill and putting food on the table.”
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