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Gator Nation

January 9th, 2009 by flanews

The Gator Nation was in full force at the state capitol Friday as lawmakers wore their blue and orange to celebrate The University of Florida’s third national football championship.

Gator scarves, ties, and even license plates could be seen around the capitol as former Florida Alumni showed their school spirit. Lake County Republican and retired dentist Alan Hays painted his teeth orange and blue and gave his fellow lawmakers a pep talk.

“It was grand. It’s great to be a member of the Gator Nation today, but there’s something serious, there mister speaker, we can learn from the Gators last night. The only way they were able to win that victory and be the national championship today was through team work, that’s the kind of team work we need in the Florida Legislature to be winners for the people of Florida,” said Hays.

Governor Charlie Crist is celebrating the Gator win by cashing in on a bet with Oklahoma’s Governor. Crist bet Florida Oranges against Oklahoma Steaks.

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