Dominic Calabro, Author at Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government.

Dominic CalabroMarch 6, 2018

Florida’s economy, although robust, depends heavily on tourism, real estate development and financial industries. As Florida’s economy rebounded from the Great Recession a few years ago, employment in low-paying industries such as tourism has grown at a faster rate than employment growth in higher-paying industries. While any employment growth is good, we must be careful […]

Dominic CalabroFebruary 17, 2017

Shaping up to be one of the biggest battles in the Legislature in many years, the fight on economic development incentives and tourism funding has been swirling throughout the halls of the Capitol the last few weeks. On one side are those who believe that taxpayer dollars should not be used to entice businesses and […]

Dominic CalabroJanuary 17, 2017

Politicians talk repeatedly about doing things to help create jobs. But, sometimes, doing nothing is the best option. We hope that newly-elected lawmakers understand that less government intrusion is often the key to keeping the American Dream alive. A great example is the 2009 “Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act.” This innocuously named effort actually […]

Dominic CalabroAugust 24, 2016

It is Hurricane season in Florida. And Seminole season. And it’s also the season for the Gators and Rattlers and Bulls and many others. After a long hot summer, Floridians are eagerly awaiting the return of college football. Not only is college football great for the fans, but it is also a boon for communities […]

Dominic CalabroAugust 17, 2016

For millions of parents and students this month around the Sunshine State, one of the most exciting parts of returning to school is meeting the teachers. And for good reason; teachers will spend 180 days helping students learn and grow as one of the primary influences, besides parents and family, in each child’s life. But […]

Dominic CalabroAugust 3, 2016

Few legislative decisions have been as wildly popular as Florida’s “sales tax holidays.” They have become more than just a tax break. They are a traditional back-to-school event that families plan for, neighbors talk about and businesses promote. This year’s back-to-school sales tax holiday — from Aug. 5 through 7 — is shorter than last year and […]

Dominic CalabroJuly 14, 2016

July 1 marked the first day of Florida’s 2016-17 fiscal year with the new $82.3 billion budget and 159 laws going into effect. The budget, the largest in Florida history, funds all types of services for Floridians, ranging from education and health care to state parks and court renovations. Passing a state budget is required […]

Dominic CalabroMay 30, 2016

I remember my Dad telling me stories of World War II when I was a kid. He told me about his friends who died to preserve the American way of life and to rid the world of a madman. Stories like my Dad’s remind me that nothing in our life in America comes without a […]

Dominic CalabroApril 21, 2016

From matters of life and death to the future of our economy, state workers play critical roles in making our state the best in the nation to learn, to work and to live. Whether it’s protecting the state’s most vulnerable children from abuse, making sure our colleges and universities are preparing Florida for the future, […]

Dominic CalabroApril 20, 2016

In mid-April every year, Americans take a quote from Benjamin Franklin to heart and to the bank. He said that “nothing in life can be certain except death and taxes.” At the federal, state and local level, Americans are subjected to various taxes that chip away at their paychecks. While Floridians enjoy one of the […]

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Dominic Calabro: Florida pro-growth programs are wise investments

Economic development incentives drive jobs to Florida, boost state economy

Dominic Calabro: Keeping cigars in the Cigar City

Dominic Calabro: College football is a touchdown for Florida’s local and state economies

Dominic Calabro: Remember to thank principals too during the first week back to school

Dominic Calabro: Sales tax holidays — a Florida tradition and boon to taxpayers, businesses

Dominic Calabro: Florida legislators must commit to transparency and accountability in the budgeting process

Dominic M. Calabro: Take time to remember sacrifices of soldiers on Memorial Day

Dominic Calabro: Florida’s state workers are a valuable part of the state’s daily life

Dominic Calabro: Floridians’ tax burden is less than in many other states