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Staff ReportsDecember 7, 2018

After Bush farewell, Capitol Hill returns to reality The week was rightfully dominated by the emotional farewell to former President George H.W. Bush, featuring the moving eulogy by his son, former President George W. Bush. Bitterness took a brief sabbatical as Capitol Hill and the nation praised the 41st President. Retiring Republican Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen […]

Staff ReportsDecember 4, 2018

Delegation, nation remembers Bush 41 Friday’s passing of former President George H.W. Bush brought reactions mostly of sadness and respect for the patriarch of what became known as the “Bush Dynasty.” Nearly every member of the delegation offered a statement of condolence and describing the 94-year-old in the most flattering and patriotic of terms. “He […]

Staff ReportsNovember 30, 2018

Border wall, Mueller could affect shutdown If all goes well, the 115th Congress will end at the close of business Dec. 13. In today’s climate, that is a pretty big “if.” Topping the “to-do” list of this lame duck session is the spending bill that must be accomplished by that date — or else a […]

Staff ReportsNovember 27, 2018

While we were away, news keeps coming A few things have happened since the last publication of The Delegation. Tops among those was Thanksgiving, and the management and staff of Extensive Enterprises hope everyone enjoyed the opportunity to eat too much with family and friends. In world and national news, the CIA has determined that […]

Staff ReportsNovember 16, 2018

U.S. Senate race to Tribbles, Hail Marys The machine recount totals are in, for the most part, and there are no surprises. Gov. Rick Scott still leads Sen. Bill Nelson, by roughly the same margin as when the recount began. All counties, with the exception of Palm Beach, completed recounts for the Senate race by […]

Staff ReportsNovember 13, 2018

Florida’s latest recount drama: new players, issues It has been 18 years since the state of Florida got rid of punch cards and ultimately replaced them with scanners or similar equipment. With no more hanging chads, what could go wrong? Most of the country has moved on from the 2018 elections, but in Florida, we […]

Staff ReportsNovember 9, 2018

Three Rs from election night: realignment, recount, Reconstruction Three days after Election Day, most things are settled, but in the nation’s largest purple state, the race for the U.S. Senate seat is going to overtime with plenty of uncertainty. At the same time, there are several things we do know about Tuesday night. Democrats had […]

Staff ReportsNovember 6, 2018

Dems seeking first delegation majority in 30 years On Election Day, candidates, campaign staff, media, pundits and even large numbers of voters are waiting for final results. What will the House and Senate look like come January of 2019? While Democrats are favored to take control of the House for the first time since 2011, […]

Staff ReportsNovember 2, 2018

New Hispanic polling: Something for everyone Hispanic voters will play a significant role in determining who will win high-profile statewide races in Florida. They are also crucial in some a few House races. Most eyes are on the gubernatorial race between Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum and former Republican Rep. Ron DeSantis. Three-term Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson is heavily counting on […]

Staff ReportsOctober 30, 2018

Florida reacts to Pittsburgh shooting; Democrats push gun control Yet again, another depraved act of multiple murder was carried out on Saturday, this time in a Pittsburgh synagogue. The shooter, who killed 11 Jewish worshippers, was an avowed anti-Semite. It did not take long for the finger-pointing to start. Some chose to blame President Donald Trump for his rhetoric, […]

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