Gwen Graham

Published: April 1, 2020, 6 p.m.

Peter Schorsch hunkers down with Gwen Graham, a former U.S. Rep. from Florida’s 2nd Congressional District as well as a one-time Democratic gubernatorial candidate. A lifelong Democrat, Graham joined her father, former Gov. Bob Graham, in his 2004 presidential campaign before he dropped out of the race following a heart attack. Graham later worked on Howard Dean's presidential campaign, and after that helped coordinate John Kerry's campaign efforts in Florida. Graham, universally known as a kind soul, laments how difficult it is not to dole out hugs in the era of coronavirus. She also praises those who are implementing rigorous social distancing routines and discusses the broader importance of doing so. Graham, speaking on hunkering down before Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a statewide safer at home order, discusses the importance of a uniformed statewide stay-at-home order. She also debunks any possible rumors that she dislikes DeSantis, but urges him and all other government leaders to heed the warnings of doctors and scientists. Special Guest: Gwen Graham.