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Reporter Analysis Weighs Gov. Scott's Record as Environment 'Friend or Foe'

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In the twilight of Gov. Rick Scott’s tenure as governor, a Treasure Coast Palm reporter tallied his actions regarding the environment, asking: "Is Gov. Rick Scott a friend or foe of the environment?” The article lists millions of dollars for Everglades and springs restorations championed by Scott, but also show big cuts to state agencies and a 75 percent drop in the number of cases opened by the Department of Environmental Protection.

Political reporter Isadora Rangel joins Gulf Coast Live to talk about her article, how she compiled the information, and what Scott’s record reveals about his being a "friend or foe" of the environment.

Matthew Smith is a reporter and producer of WGCU’s Gulf Coast Live.
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