This news follows the announcement that Rep. Ander Crenshaw, a 16-year House appropriator from Jacksonville, would retire this year at the end of his term.
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Although former Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow may not have been known for his arm strength and passing ability, the devoutly religious public figure may toss up a Hail Mary anyway and seek a seat as a U.S. Representative. Tebow indicated about a month ago he would be interested in politics and running for political office. Former New Orleans Saints quarterback Heath Shuler is a now a Democratic congressman in North Carolina, while former Eagles offensive tackle Jon Runyan is a Republican congressman in New Jersey.
The editorial cited Tebow’s humanitarian efforts to helping children around the world as a basis for his qualifications.
“Not only has he been a hero and a model of character for millions, he has also used the money he made through football to start the Tim Tebow Foundation, and his foundation is making a real impact, especially in Florida”, the website, which caters to young Republicans, said.
“If there’s a chance you can make a difference someday in something, then that would be intriguing”, Tebow said at the time.
If Tebow does indeed run, members of the GOP think he would be a “shoo-in” for the seat and he would bring out more voters in an election year that has proven to be insane enough without adding another sideshow.
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The Washington Examiner reports that Jacksonville-area strategists have reached out to the former Florida Gator and already have begun putting together a campaign team should Tebow decide it’s time.
