October 09 2010 Two-term Republican incumbent Will Weatherford faces a challenge from Democrat Elena McCullough. This is a David-vs-Goliath race with Weatherford in the role of Goliath. Weatherford is well funded, well-coached and on the path to becoming speaker in 2010. He is also a poster child for the status quo. If you love Senate Bill 6, stealing from trust funds, wrestling the right to choose fro women, Taj Mahal courthouses, fat cat retirement benefits for state representatives and watching Florida's economy rot, the you'll love Will Weatherford. His party and his buddies have owned Florida government lock, stock and barrel for over a decade. They control the governor's office, the cabinet, the House and the Senate. Today's Florida was crafted by the Will Weatherfords. You can't have change voting for the same old leadership. Ms McCullough is a fresh voice. She's an immigrant who has lived the American dream. She's proudly served her country in the U. S. Coast Guard. She believes we deserve better and wants to hold the line on taxes while modernizing our revenue collection system. She wants to bring more accountability to the system. She's a moderate who owes no loyalty to any special interest. La Gaceta strongly supports Elena McCullough.

October 09 2010 The campaign is making positive strides! Yesterday, Chris Ingram of the Irreverent View Log wrote "...McCullough who is a Coast Guard Veteran and local community activist is a rising star who Florida Democrats should cultivate. Weatherford represents everything that is wrong with Tallahassee: sense of entitlement, lack of transparency, out-of-touch with reality, too cozy with lobbyists and special interests. Voters looking to send a message to Tallahassee that they have had enough should reject Will Weatherford. Irreverent View recommends Elena McCullough for State House District 61." Last night at a candidate's forum hosted by the Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce. Elena said that stimulating job growth in District 61 is the campaign's major issue. Additionally, she said politicians in Tallahassee should have been proactive vice reactive when jobs were being lost.

September 2010 Vote by mail starts this month. Tallahassee is broken and no longer working for you and me.... If you want a leader that would focus on our share values get involved.... I want to work for you!! Grassroots efforts underway..... You can make a difference for more info call 813 516 4348 or 813 516 6619 or send email.... Check out our recent efforts on Facebook.......Elena McCullough for State House District 61! Youtube?

7-16 & 17-10 Attended Jefferson-Jackson activities in Hollywood, FL.....Thanks to all hosting events....Excellent presentations by serving officials and candidates specially Alex Sink we must walk w/her to see a better Florida....

7-10 Thanks my friend and volunteers for all your help!!! To keep things real one must focus on the issues affecting area residents..... Accountability and efficiency most become the norm in Tallahassee.....

June and July 2010 Thanks for allowing me to spend time with Seniors in Zephyrhills at their breakfast and meeting discussing water quality/pricing concerns....

07-04-10 Was honored to shared the 4th of July Sparklebration with Alex Sink, Dade City residents & visitors yesterday......Thanks Alex for spending time with us on Independence Day. We talked to area families, veterans, & visitors including Elvis.....Thanks to organizers....The fireworks were awesome.......

07-03-10 Happy 4th of July! Remember those who have and are protecting our freedom. I enjoyed participating in the Lutz parade today and talking with area residents. Thanks to the organizers

06-26-10 I was honored and humbled to spend time with the hard working men and women at the WCFFL dinner last Saturday. Thanks......I will restore fiscal responsibility and bring decisive and pragmatic leadership to Tallahassee...

6-14-10 NEWS FLASH !! Elena is currently the ONLY OFFICIAL qualified candidate for Florida House District 61.

05-31-10 As a retired Coast Guard Veteran was honored to be present at the Flag retirement ceremony held on Memorial day in Zephyrhills by the Boys Scouts.

05-31-10 Attended meeting and great to hear area residents are eager get involved and improve the Lacoochee community....

06-07-10 Congrats to the 5th grade class at Lacoochee Elementary..... Follow your dreams and the 3Fs (family, friends & future)......

May & June Congratulations D61 HS, PHCC, Saint Leo and USF graduates. You have shown you can get the job done. Was honored to share your big day Wiregrass, Wesley Chapel, Zephyrhills High Schools.

5-11-10 NEWS FLASH !! Grassroots efforts have qualified Elena as an official candidate by petition for Florida House District 61.

5-09-10 Hope all the mothers had a Happy Mothers Day!

5-07-10 Elena assisted Relay for Life team at Wesley Chapel High School.

5-05-10 New CRITICAL ISSUES button added to Web Page.. Happy Cinco de Mayo!.

5-02-10 Elena talked to fire fighters, paramedics and EMT about their concerns/impact of recent legislative bills.

4-29-10 Elena attended the Pasco/Hernando Hispanic Chamber of Commerce inaugural ceremony. She had the privilege of administering the oath of office to the founding Board members. This is a great opportunity for the Hispanic business community to come together to create jobs and revitalize out local economy.

4-26-10 to 4-30-10 Campaign continues discussing issues and collecting petitions from District 61 residents. We are almost at the finish line to qualify by petition

4-25-10 Elena McCullough & family attended Earth Day Celebration at Lowry Park, Tampa.

4-24-10 Thanks Land O Lakes, Zephyrhills and Dade City for all your support!!!! I made many new friends and we collected over 170 petitions in a single day! Thanks for all your input on what matters in D61.

4-19-10 to 4-23-10 Helping HS Students to setup Relay for Life event, participating in forum, collecting petitions and discussing concerns with area residents.

4-17-10 Had a great day in Dade City yesterday!!!! Collected lots of petitions and made many new friends.... Also had fun at Boys & Girls Club picnic in Lacoochee. My thanks to all.

4-15-10 Congrats to Governor Crist for your VETO of SB6 ...... The legislators were out of touch with the people they represent including Democrats and Republicans, parents, Teachers and what was best for Florida Children..... My campaign is about you and I will be your voice in Tallahassee.......

4-14-10 GOV Crist VETO SB6....I believe in having an efficient and effective government, our legislators should be finding solutions to our problems rather than wasting time and making excuses.... I value education, I am against SB6 and I believe in working hard to make sure the job gets done. I will be your strongest voice in Tallahassee.

3-14-10 Attended event recognizing volunteers assisting the community.

4-12-10 Discussed concerns with Seniors in Zephyrhills.

3-13-10 Participated in Zephyrhills 100th Birthday Founders' Day parade.

3-11-10 Conducted presentation to students & young professionals about military career.

3-11-10 Met with area business owners.

3-6-10 Participated in Local Food Pantry Spring Bazaar to help raise funds.

3-6-10 Attended Support Our Troops ribbon cutting (WCChamber) and helped package boxes for our deployed troops.

2-25-10 McCullough attended Community Action Team at D61 elementary school

2-25-10 McCullough had breakfast and talked to seniors

2-23 to 24-10 McCullough & youth assisting local food pantry

2-22-10 McCullough met with college students to discuss education

2-21-10 McCullough met with families & seniors to discuss ways to improve D61

2-20-10 McCullough talk to area residents about issues & concerns.

2-19-10 McCullough and youth attended Concert benefiting Relay for Life.

2-18-10 McCullough had lunch with Seniors.

2-17-10 Attended Violence Prevention Task Force Meeting

1-28-10 Pasco Education Summit
On Monday, January 25, 2010, McCullough attended the Pasco Education Summit at Sunlake High School. She is a strong advocate for our schools who believes we must provide a quality education to build a strong economy for the future.

1-26-10 Pasco County Legislative Delegation Meeting
McCullough attended the Pasco County Legislative Delegation Meeting, held on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at Wiregrass Ranch High School. It was a great opportunity for concerned citizens to present important issues in Pasco County.

1-16-10 Haiti Donations
Please keep the people of Haiti in your prayers and if you can go either to the Red Cross website to donate or you can link from my Facebook page.

1-16-10 Kickoff Event
Kick off event will be held at the Wesley Chapel District Park Jan 16th 2010, 2-4pm located at 7727 Boyette Road, Wesley Chapel 33544. Hot dogs, chips, apples, soft drinks, and cake will be served.

January 2010 Website Launch
Elena McCullough's website is now open to the public.