Statewide, there's a buzz about prominent Florida attorney Willie Gary possibly running for governor. Gary, who specializes in personal injury cases and is in high demand as a public speaker, undoubtedly has the charisma and the money to mount a serious campaign. He may not win the Democratic nomination, but he would alter the landscape during a primary battle. Moderates like Jim Davis and Rod Smith couldn't take the African-American vote for granted, and would have to address some left-leaning issues in debates. That will make it a little more difficult for them to characterize themselves as centrists after the primary. [more]