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Drew WilsonMay 4, 2018

One of the most pervasive topics of discussion at the Florida Chamber of Commerce Summit on Prosperity & Economic Opportunity was the role affordable housing, or the lack of it, plays in holding back poor Floridians, especially children. A report presented by Anne Ray of the University of Florida’s Shimberg Center for Housing Studies provided […]

Drew WilsonMay 3, 2018

It doesn’t take a national, or even a state-level initiative to combat intergenerational poverty, local communities can make inroads on their own according to businesswoman Forough Hosseini. Hosseini, who along with her husband runs ICI Homes, spoke about her efforts to make a difference with impoverished youth in Volusia County during the Florida Chamber of […]

Drew WilsonMay 3, 2018

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Republican Rep. Dane Eagle is launching his final re-election campaign for the Florida House with a fundraiser in Cape Coral later this month. The event is being hosted by real estate broker and former Republican Rep. Gary Aubuchon and his wife Andrea as well as Jacque and Jeff Miloff. The fundraiser will be held May […]

Drew WilsonMay 3, 2018

Education, particularly early education, is a key avenue in the fight against intergenerational poverty, says Children’s Movement of Florida founder Dave Lawrence. Lawrence gave the elevator speech version of his organization’s mission during the Florida Chamber of Commerce Summit on Prosperity & Economic Opportunity. “We are, believe it or not, the most unequal of all […]

Drew WilsonMay 3, 2018

It may be easier to attack symptoms, but Mike Finney says that isn’t the most effective way to make long-term gains in the war on poverty. “I’m Mike Finney, and I’m a recovering kid who grew up in poverty,” Finney said, in an AA-style intro. “I’ve managed to avoid lapsing back into poverty for 44 years.” The […]

Drew WilsonMay 3, 2018

Republican Rep. Heather Fitzenhagen will hold a fundraiser benefitting her House District 78 campaign May 3 in Fort Myers. The fundraiser will be held at the Veranda, 2122 Second St., starting at 5:30 pm. Those interested in attending the event can RSVP by sending a note to Brittney Metzger via [email protected]. The event invitation lists […]

Drew WilsonMay 3, 2018

Florida Chamber of Commerce head Mark Wilson said that Florida businesses need to start working toward solutions on poverty – and fast. Wilson made the remarks during the opening hour of the Chamber’s Summit on Prosperity and Economic Opportunity, held Thursday in Orlando. His talk opened up with a top-level overview of where the Sunshine State […]

Drew WilsonMay 2, 2018

Northwest Florida U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz was one of 18 Republican members of Congress to sign on to a letter nominating President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize as recognition for recent progress in the ongoing peace talks with North Korea. “We, the undersigned members of the United States Congress, respectfully nominate Donald J. […]

Drew WilsonMay 2, 2018

Nearly three quarters of Florida voters say they would support a ballot amendment to restore voting rights to ex-cons, a new poll found. The survey, conducted jointly by North Star Opinion Research and EMC Research, found that supermajority support for the measure regardless of the political party. “This amendment has the strong bipartisan support needed […]

Drew WilsonMay 2, 2018

The Florida Police Benevolent Association on Wednesday announced endorsements for candidates running for executive branch positions in the fall. “The dangers law enforcement, probation and correctional officers face have placed our professions at a crossroads. Our members want leaders who value their service and sacrifices. The selected candidates have a well-established record of loyalty to […]

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio/ Image via AP.

Report details plight of Florida’s homeless youth

Forough Hosseini: Local efforts can lead the way in lifting Floridians out of poverty

Dane Eagle kicking off HD 77 re-election bid May 16

Chamber Summit: Early education is key for a prosperous Florida

Progress on poverty comes with focus on root causes, not symptoms

Heather Fitzenhagen re-election fundraiser set for tonight

Businesses need to start on poverty solutions, Chamber head says

Matt Gaetz signs letter nominating Donald Trump for Nobel Prize

Voters overwhelmingly support felon voting rights amendment

Police association announces Governor, Cabinet endorsements