[Iron Munro]

Crist repeatedly promised no new taxes or tax increases during his campaign for Governor. Additionally, he signed a "No Tax" pledge only a few weeks before he signed this tax increase and others into law.

His word on no tax increases is as good as Obama's

Gov. Crist Signs $66.5 Billion Budget, Breaks Tax Pledge

May 28, 2009

"Breaking a pledge against raising taxes, Gov. Charlie Crist signed Florida's $66.5 billion budget into law Wednesday and barely used his veto pen.

Also, the budget includes $2.2 billion in new fees and taxes. Much of the new revenue comes from a $1-a-pack cigarette tax and higher fees on driving licenses and motor vehicle tags. Those who use the court system, visit state parks and even those who fish from beaches and bridges will pay more in fees.

The cigarette tax and most of the fees go into effect July 1.

Crist, who had repeatedly promised not to raise taxes, said Wednesday that the budget does not include "broad-based tax increases'' — even though fees for the 15.6 million Florida driver licenses and 18.8 million registered vehicles will rise."

[cripplecreek]

Crist sounds like Jenny Granholm and her “Its not a tax, its a fee” line.

Political cowards.