He was endorsed by the Orlando Sentinel, which praised his "intelligence, interest and energy," noting that his "scientific background should help him tackle complex environmental issues.
[5] The Sentinel once again endorsed Sindler, noting, "He shows promise of being a champion of excellent schools, environmental protection and other good causes.
He was endorsed by the Sentinel, which praised him as a "legislative mechanic...working industriously to make the engine of government run properly.
[13] When Sindler ran for re-election to his fifth and final term in the legislature in 1996, he was opposed in the Democratic primary by Carl Neidhart, a computer science instructor at the University of Central Florida.
[14] The Sentinel endorsed Sindler for re-election, noting that while he took some "disappointing" positions in the legislature, he "ably represented his constituents," and his opponent was "not a viable option for voters.
The Sentinel endorsed Sindler over Dorman and Mills, citing his "track record of political experience" and his "ability to work with lawmakers in both parties," while noting that his opponents "can't claim the same resume.
[20] Sindler declined to ask the Governor to appoint a temporary replacement during his service, instead opting to run his office by using his aides as proxies and through email.
[21] In 2006, Sindler initially announced that he would run once again for the State House in the 38th District, but ultimately withdrew from the race after failing to resign from his County Commission post under Florida's resign-to-run law.