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Drew WilsonMay 1, 2018

Former Miami Beach mayor and Democratic candidate for governor Philip Levine rolled out another campaign ad Tuesday. The aptly titled “Philip Levine: 6 Months on the Trail” chronicles the campaign from its launch in November to today, as senior adviser Christian Ulvert explained in a press release announcing the ad. “Today, the Philip Levine for […]

Drew WilsonMay 1, 2018

The Associated Industries of Florida on Tuesday released a report measuring how closely Florida lawmakers’ votes aligned with its interests. The conservative business group’s 2018 Voting Records report found a slight uptick in lawmaker support for AIF-backed legislation, with 78 percent of the Senate and 91 percent of the House voting in favor of its […]

Drew WilsonMay 1, 2018

American Bridge 21st Century added its voice to a chorus of groups demanding the Republican Party of Florida uninvite Republican provocateur Dinesh D’Souza from the party’s 2018 Sunshine Summit. Rather than simply condemning D’Souza’s appearance, the progressive group called on Republican gubernatorial candidates Adam Putnam and Ron DeSantis to demand RPOF cross D’Souza off the […]

Drew WilsonApril 30, 2018

Republican Sen. Kelli Stargel is holding a fundraiser benefitting her Senate District 22 re-election campaign on May 15 in Clermont. The event will take place at Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards, 19239 U.S. 27th North, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. The invite promises “hors d’ oeuvres, wine and live entertainment.” The minimum contribution to attend […]

Drew WilsonApril 30, 2018

Lauren Baer announced Monday that former U.S. Rep. Patrick Murphy had endorsed her in the Democratic Primary for Florida’s 18th Congressional District. “I am excited to stand here today and endorse my friend Lauren,” Murphy said in a press conference at Baer’s campaign headquarters. “Lauren has the drive and passion to want to get into […]

Drew WilsonApril 30, 2018

Pasco County Republican Ardian Zika announced Monday that his House District 37 campaign had gathered enough signatures to make the ballot by petition. The campaign said it has collected and submitted 1,225 petitions, which equates to 1 percent of the voter registration in HD 37. Qualifying by petition allows candidates to avoid paying a fee […]

Drew WilsonApril 30, 2018

A fundraiser benefitting Republican Sen. Greg Steube’s bid for Florida’s 17th Congressional District will be held Wednesday night in Sarasota. The event has will be held in The Tasting Room at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing, 7051 Wireless Court, from 5:30 PM to 7 PM. Hosting the event are John and Denise Saputo, who own the […]

Drew WilsonApril 29, 2018

Former Democratic U.S. Rep. Gwen Graham will be in Sarasota this weekend to raise money for her gubernatorial campaign. The Sunday event will be held at the home of Protect Our Defenders founder Nancy Parrish and Frank Parrish, 3139 Bay Shore Road, starting at 4 pm. Those looking to turn out for the North Florida […]

Drew WilsonApril 28, 2018

Democrat Javier Fernandez and Republican Andrew Vargas turned in their final campaign finance reports Friday, just days before voters head to the polls to decide who will represent House District 114 for the next six months. The pair are running to replace former Democratic Rep. Daisy Baez, who resigned in November after pleading guilty to […]

Drew WilsonApril 28, 2018

Airbnb this week touted a new report showing Florida seniors are cashing checks thanks to its platform, and the Florida League of Cities said that announcement is proof the company doesn’t need to bypass local governments in the vacation rental food fight. The report showed Florida Airbnb hosts aged 55 and older made more than […]

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‘On the trail’: Philip Levine touts his campaign for governor

Republican lawmakers earn high grades on Associated Industries’ report card

American Bridge says Adam Putnam, Ron DeSantis should protest Dinesh D’Souza invite

Kelli Stargel announces May 15 fundraiser for SD 22 re-election

Patrick Murphy endorses Lauren Baer in CD 18 Democratic primary

Ardian Zika makes HD 37 ballot by petition

Greg Steube holding CD 17 fundraiser Wednesday

Gwen Graham raising money in Sarasota Sunday

Javier Fernandez has slim cash lead in HD 114

League of Cities gives Airbnb a dose of snark