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Phil AmmannMarch 26, 2015

When U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy announced his intention to run for the U.S. Senate, he set off an unusual chain of events among Florida Democrats. First, speculation flourished over a potential Democratic primary, with a number of leading contenders, such as former Gov. Charlie Crist, as well as Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Alan Grayson. Since then, […]

Phil AmmannMarch 26, 2015

When U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy announced his intention to run for the U.S. Senate, he set off an unusual chain of events among Florida Democrats. First, speculation flourished over a potential Democratic primary, with a number of leading contenders, such as former Gov. Charlie Crist, as well as Reps. Debbie Wasserman Schultz and Alan Grayson. Since then, […]

Phil AmmannMarch 26, 2015

It may look a bit like the bridge of the starship Enterprise, but the new Florida Power & Light “smart grid” command center has one purpose: improving service reliability. FPL, the state’s largest utility, unveiled its Power Delivery Diagnostic Center, designed to manage a complex electric system that serves more than 4.7 million Florida customers. […]

Phil AmmannMarch 26, 2015

Discrimination has a significant effect on Florida’s economy, say supporters of a statewide measure to create uniform protections for the LGBT community. Employee turnover and lost productivity from discriminatory practices cost Florida businesses millions, according to a pair of reports released this week by the independent Equality Means Business and the UCLA School of Law […]

Phil AmmannMarch 26, 2015

On Wednesday, Gov. Rick Scott announced 11 appointments to a variety of state regulatory boards, as well as two on state judicial benches. Ninth Judicial Circuit Court Scott began the latest wave by appointing Patricia Strowbridge to the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court. Strowbridge, 54, of Windermere, has been Legal Services Director for A Chosen Child, Inc. […]

Phil AmmannMarch 25, 2015

To bring much-needed pain relief to Floridians who suffer from a variety of ailments, medical marijuana supporters must first navigate a “snake pit” of state politics, according to Bill Day‘s latest editorial cartoon. Let’s hope Florida residents will not be the ones to get bit. The Compassionate Medical Cannabis Act, signed by Gov. Rick Scott […]

Phil AmmannMarch 25, 2015

To bring much-needed pain relief to Floridians who suffer from a variety of ailments, medical marijuana supporters must first navigate a “snake pit” of state politics, according to Bill Day‘s latest editorial cartoon. Let’s hope Florida residents will not be the ones to get bit. The Compassionate Medical Cannabis Act, signed by Gov. Rick Scott […]

Phil AmmannMarch 25, 2015

A group of Florida residents formed a new organization to oppose a $500 million taxpayer-funded purchase of thousands of acres of farmland recommended by environmental activists and the Everglades Foundation. “Everglades restoration and protection are high priorities for all Floridians,” says Miami resident Nicholas John Kakanis, one of the founders of Florida Citizens Against Waste. […]

Phil AmmannMarch 25, 2015

A new TV ad from the Seminole Tribe of Florida says they have “met or exceeded” expectations by providing more than $1 billion in gambling revenue to fund education, support services and help control gaming. The Tribe launched its third 30-second television ad Wednesday, airing first in Tallahassee followed by media markets across the state. […]

Phil AmmannMarch 25, 2015

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A coalition of local businesses from Miami’s iconic Little Havana neighborhood are stepping up to join the fight for statewide discrimination protections in employment, housing, and public accommodations. Along with the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce and South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the group of small business owners are the latest names to voice support […]

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Bill Day's latest: Pam Bondi, Allen West for Senate?

Bill Day’s latest: Pam Bondi, Allen West for Senate?

FPL launches high-tech Power Delivery Diagnostic Center

Florida employers lose $360M yearly from LGBT discrimination, study finds

Gov. Rick Scott names 11 to state boards, two judicial bench appointments

Bill Day's latest: Charlotte's Web and the political snake pit

Bill Day’s latest: Charlotte’s Web and the political snake pit

New organization opposes $500 million Everglades land purchase

Seminole Tribe releases 3rd TV spot calling for Compact renewal

Little Havana businesses endorse Competitive Workforce Act