ORLANDO - Senator Gary Siplin spoke to Professor Scott Crosby's State and Local Government class Wednesday at Valencia Community College West campus about his motives and accomplishments as Senator of Orange County.
Siplin discussed how important his faith has been throughout his career and how his spirituality has guided him to do what is best for his constituents.
"God wants me to serve my people," Siplin stated.
Through his belief system, Senator Siplin invested $400,000 into programs such as POPS (Professional Opportunity Program for Students) which entitles high school students between the ages of 16-18 years-old an opportunity to work after school.
Although a Democrat, Siplin stands by his faith and votes against issues like abortion. He states, "I don't think my faith should determine whether I am a Democrat or not."
Senator Siplin explained to the government students that he does what is right for his people regardless of what others think or may expect out of him.
Unlike many politicians, Senator Siplin tries to not attack his opponent. Instead, he focuses on his accomplishments and the good he has done for his district.
"The Lord has blessed me very well these past 8 years to be in power and make sure my District [19] is being properly taken care of."
Siplin graduated from Jones High School in Orlando and went on to receive his B.A. from Johnson C. Smith University in North Carolina, and his M.A. in Public and International Affairs from the University of Pittsburgh. He has served in the Florida House of Representatives and as Orange County Senator for 8 years.
For more information on Senator Gary Siplin, e-mail him at siplin.gary.web@flsenate.gov
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