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Peter SchorschSeptember 5, 2017

A second Republican is entering the race to take over for House District 66 Rep. Larry Ahern, who can’t run for re-election next year due to term limits. Nick DiCeglie announced his candidacy in a Tuesday press release and joins Berny Jacques in the GOP primary for the western Pinellas County seat, which covers Clearwater, […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 5, 2017

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Joe Henderson, Mitch Perry and Jim Rosica.

Peter SchorschSeptember 4, 2017

President Donald Trump plans to announce Tuesday that he will end an Obama-era program protecting young immigrants brought into the country as children, which quickly drew the ire of Florida Democrats. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA program, allows nearly 800,000 young immigrants, known colloquially as “Dreamers,” a reprieve from deportation as well […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 4, 2017

“Cheer up!” “Don’t look so angry when you’re talking.” “Talk about Donald Trump.” “Don’t talk about Donald Trump.” “Spend more time in the black community.” “Spend less time in the black community.” “Shave your mustache.” All of this advice — well, except for the part about the mustache — has probably been directed Rick Baker‘s […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 2, 2017

The mother of a Tallahassee elementary schooler is suing the local school board after a teacher slammed a “timeout room” door on her special-needs son’s hand, breaking his finger, according to her complaint. The case is being handled by an attorney for Morgan & Morgan, the statewide personal injury law firm founded by Orlando lawyer […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 1, 2017

With state Rep. Bill Hager, barred from seeking re-election because of term limits, another Republican candidate has taken the first step toward trying to succeed him in the Florida House of Representatives. Thomas “Tommy” Zeichman, a business attorney and son of a law enforcement officer, filed paperwork with the Division of Elections to run in […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 1, 2017

She is an accomplished professional speaker. Now, Monica Wofford wants to speak for the voters of Lake County. Wofford, who is also a businesswoman and successful author, filed paperwork Friday launching her candidacy for House District 32. Wofford hopes to succeed Yalaha’s favorite son, Larry Metz, who cannot run again for the seat because of term limits. […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 1, 2017

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This last week in Northeast Florida was somewhat quiet for politics. Federal and state Representatives and Senators are on break. Jacksonville City Council is on its fifth week of a budget negotiation, with a plan all but ready for Council’s vote in September. A year ago, the political scene was pell-mell: Primaries up and down […]

Peter SchorschAugust 31, 2017

Last Call – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot State Sen. Lauren Book, the parents of Florida salute you for your commitment to public potty equality for tots. Book, a Plantation Democrat and new mother of twins, has filed legislation encouraging the state’s restaurants to install baby changing tables. […]

Peter SchorschAugust 31, 2017

A lot happened while Congress was away; much to do when it returns On Tuesday, the House and Senate go back to Washington. Much has happened since they went on recess July 28, little of which was positive. Over the last month, we had a tense war of words between President Donald Trump and North […]

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Republican Nick Diceglie announces HD 66 run

Sunburn for 9.5.17 — Hurricane Irma, President’s DACA decision threaten Florida politics

Florida Democrats thrash decision to end DACA

For Rick Baker to win mayor’s race, he’ll need to fire Adam Goodman

Takeaways from Tallahassee — Lawsuit: Teacher breaks kid’s finger

Thomas ‘Tommy’ Zeichman enters 2018 contest for House District 89

Professional speaker Monica Wofford joins race for House District 32

Jacksonville Bold for 9.1.17 — The struggle is real

Last Call for 8.31.17 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics

The Delegation for 8.31.17 — Insights from the Beltway to the Sunshine State