The Tampa Tribune, October 16, 2008: Adam Putnam of Bartow holds his party's third highest position in the House as chairman of the Republican Conference. He is an articulate advocate for conservative policies and because of his leadership position has become a national figure in the last two years. ...Putnam, who is seeking his fifth term, understands the complexities of the global financial markets and was among the architects of the Wall Street rescue plan. ... we admire the way he can disagree with his colleagues without making it personal. He speaks with depth on issues that range from agriculture, to economics, to health care, to the war in Iraq. No one questions his hard work or sincerity. For District 12, which covers east Hillsborough, most of Polk and west Osceola counties, the Tribune strongly recommends the re-election of Adam Putnam. Polk County Democrat and Lake Wales News "...The job of a leader is to lead, and Putnam steps forward when leadership is needed.... Adam H. Putnam is one of the foremost leaders in the United States Congress in advocating conservative policies, and we enthusiastically recommend his re-election." "...Mr. Putnam, to his credit, has been willing to put aside party when circumstances call for it. He helped draft and win passage for the bipartisan rescue plan for the U.S. financial system. He worked with a Democratic sponsor on a food-safety proposal following this year's disastrous salmonella outbreak. After Attorney General Alberto Gonzales destroyed his credibility in testimony before Congress, Mr. Putnam called on him to resign.Adam Putnam has won the strong endorsements of newspapers in the 12th Congressional District.
Mr. Putnam's constituents are fortunate to have a lawmaker with his clout representing them...."
