In this episode of Out Of The System, Leo Climaco sits down with Frank Russo, an independent candidate for governor of Florida, for a conversation about political pressure, personal integrity, leadership, and the challenge of staying true to your values in a system influenced by money and power.

After building successful businesses and achieving financial success, Frank says his focus has shifted toward giving back and serving the people of Florida. He shares his perspective on political fundraising, the expectations that can come with financial support, and why he believes leadership should be guided by principles rather than financial interests.

They discuss:
• Why Frank decided to run for governor as an independent candidate
• The pressure to compromise personal values for political funding
• The role of money and influence in politics
• Florida's insurance crisis and housing affordability challenges
• Immigration and creating pathways for opportunity
• How AI could help voters evaluate candidates based on their values
• Why public service should prioritize people over financial interests
• The importance of personal integrity in leadership

This episode is about political independence, integrity, leadership, and the question of whether it's possible to serve the public without compromising your principles.

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Frank Russo:
Independent candidate for governor of Florida