Protesters meet Rick Scott in Orlando
A second protest in as many days met Gov. Rick Scott at a campaign stop in Orlando on Tuesday afternoon.
More than a dozen people held signs about Florida's environment, with some calling Scott "Red Tide Rick."
"Our marine life is dying and it's hurting our economy," said Amanda Lent, who was among the crowd.
As the protesters flanked Goldenrod Road, some of Scott's supporters stood in front to block the sight line between the chanting crowd and his tour bus.
Inside Rigo's Tile, Scott spoke to a crowd of a few dozen people who support his bid for Senate.
"I will represent you. I will work my tail off," Scott said.
Of the protest outside and his record on the environment, Scott said, "We're doing all we can," and called into question his opponent's record.
"The federal government needs to be a better partner. I'm frustrated that Bill Nelson did nothing. He runs ads saying he cares about the environment, but he's done nothing, nothing," said Scott.
Also on Tuesday, on the Senate floor, Sen. Bill Nelson called for a vote on the Water Resources Development Act.
"So we can get to work on the reservoir south of Lake Okeechobee, the reservoir is important and it's timely because of this algae problem in Florida," said Nelson.
Scott's visit in Orlando was his last stop on his statewide bus tour.
On Wednesday, Nelson will visit DeLand. There, he will present special honors to two local heroes during a medal presentation ceremony.