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FLORIDA - According to a new poll, a majority of Floridians are worried about their financial future.

The Mason-Dixon Poll says 83% of Floridians say they've suffered a financial crisis over the past year.

Three out of four say they know someone who has lost a job.

The statistics were released as part of a new financial education initiative called Money Wise Florida.

Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink says the program will help struggling families learn how to make ends meet.

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"Consumer confidence is extremely weak meaning Floridians everywhere are a little unsure about their family's futures. These numbers really come as no surprise. Florida families are struggling right now and they need help to bring their budget in for a landing every month."

Wednesday, the group launched a website to help Floridians get out of debt, sell or buy a home, and save for the future.

For those tips, just click on "News Links" on our website.Florida Group Launches Financial Education Program

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