Still, the White House had to battle the perception that Bush was doing his party as much harm as good _ and was unwanted in some districts. The White House did not hide its irritation when the Florida GOP gubernatorial candidate, Charlie Crist, skipped a chance to campaign at Bush's side in the Florida Panhandle. Crist said his support was firm there and it made more sense to campaign elsewhere in the state.
Why not tell the truth, Crist more likely wanted to distance himself from any connection to President Bush!
