Mac Stipanovich
| Mac Stipanovich | |
|---|---|
| Born |
John McKager Stipanovich November 26, 1948 (aged 69) Ocala, Florida, U.S. |
| Nationality | United States |
| Alma mater | University of Florida |
| Known for | Florida election recount (2000) |
John McKager "Mac" Stipanovich (born November 26, 1948) is a Florida Republican activist and lobbyist. He may be best known for his role in the 2000 Florida election recount, in which he helped advise Katherine Harris.[1][2][3]
Portrayal in film
Stipanovich is portrayed in the HBO film Recount by Bruce McGill. The film, which had a broadcast premiere on May 25, 2008, chronicled the events in Florida during the presidential election lawsuits and appeals.
Legislative experience
Stipanovich previously served as chief of staff to Florida Governor Bob Martinez from 1987 to 1991. After that, he served on Jeb Bush's gubernatorial campaign against Lawton Chiles.[4]
Education
- Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Florida in 1972
- Juris Doctor from the Levin College of Law in 1974
References
- ↑ Levey-Baker, Cooper, War Room: A Katherine Harris Adviser Reflects on the High Stress and High Stakes of the 2000 Recount, Sarasota Magazine, February, 2016, volume 38, Number 6, page 54
- ↑ "War Room: A Katherine Harris Adviser Reflects on the High Stress and High Stakes of the 2000 Recount". Highbeam.com. February 1, 2016. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
- ↑ "HBO's 'Recount': But Who's Counting?". Nysun.com. Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- ↑ "Florida Lobbyist, Mac Stipanovich: Fowler White Boggs Banker, A Florida Law Firm". Web.archive.org. May 12, 2008. Archived from the original on May 12, 2008. Retrieved July 7, 2017.
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