My Fellow Citizens,

Like many of you I have worked all of my life and I am blessed that I have lived the American Dream. My parents struggled financially and I started school in public housing. Like many similarly situated, I went to work at an early age. I was always proud of the jobs I had and I learned valuable lessons from each one I was fortunate enough to hold.

A few weeks ago someone shared with me former Governor and former United States Senator Bob Graham’s idea of “Workdays,” a truly inspirational initiative that should have been continued as a tradition in our state. This week, I will resurrect that tradition with my ‘Let’s Get to Work’ Days campaign.

Beginning Wednesday, August 3rd, I will set a goal to do at least one workday a month during my time as governor. The first business I started was a donut shop. It was run by my mom and my wife Ann and I got to work there with her. So my first workday will be in a family owned and operated donut shop in Tampa.

Following in Bob Graham’s footsteps of experiencing “the lives of ordinary Floridians firsthand by working their jobs,” I hope the experience is beneficial to all and I know that I will learn a great deal during the process. Please feel free to suggest jobs I might consider around the state. I look forward to hearing of your suggestions for my workdays. Now, let’s get to work!

Rick Scott
Governor