Every person, regardless of their gender, race, age or sexuality should be treated with respect and valued for their hard work and contributions to our community and if any of my comments or actions did not reflect that belief I am deeply sorry. Stephen Bittel More Quotes by Stephen Bittel More Quotes From Stephen Bittel When my personal situation becomes distracting to our core mission of electing Democrats and making Florida better, it is time for me to step aside, i am proud of what we have built as a Party and the wins we have had for Florida families, but I apologize for all who have felt uncomfortable during my tenure at Florida Democratic Party. Stephen Bittel politics