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Guest AuthorOctober 31, 2018

Nov. 6 is one of the most important midterm elections in recent memory and hundreds of thousands of Americans across the country and across Florida have registered to vote for the very first time. Following the shooting in Parkland, a growing number of young people have committed themselves to participate in our democratic process. Data […]

Guest AuthorOctober 31, 2018

At a time of renewed political attacks on LGBT Americans, the pro-equality vote — the ‘Rainbow Wave’ — may prove decisive in Florida’s midterm election. Candidates ignore this growing voting bloc at their peril. Equality Florida has invested deeply in connecting with voters for whom LGBT rights are the motivating issue. We have identified 1.3 […]

Guest AuthorOctober 31, 2018

In preparation for my trip to the voting booth Nov. 6, I did some extensive reading on the election in Florida’s 18th Congressional District, between Republican Brian Mast and Democrat Lauren Baer. While this midterm election is obviously a vote of confidence (or disapproval) of the Trump administration, I really tried to concentrate on some […]

Guest AuthorOctober 31, 2018

The Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is urging a no vote on Amendment 3. A no vote stops big business interests from weakening our representative form of government for the purposes of tipping scales toward deep-pocketed corporations. As they say, follow the money: Businesses such as the Seminole Tribe and Disney have poured more […]

Guest AuthorOctober 30, 2018

Many of us are concerned for the future of our republic. American politics has devolved into a divisive, hyperpartisan battle in which we spend more time launching personal attacks than focusing on solutions that make a real, positive impact in our lives and communities. Better and smarter governance requires putting truth at the forefront. The […]

Guest AuthorOctober 30, 2018

The Florida Chamber of Commerce has long advocated for restraint in amending Florida’s Constitution. We believe our constitution should only be amended in rare and extraordinary circumstances. Amendment 3, which would require voter approval of future gambling expansion, meets that threshold. Keep in mind, Florida is creating 1 out of 11 new jobs in America. […]

Guest AuthorOctober 30, 2018

On Election Day, Florida voters will have the opportunity to vote on several constitutional amendments included on the general election ballot. Among the proposals is Amendment 7. This amendment, like several others voters will consider in just a few weeks, combines matters that share a common thread – in this case, higher education. Most important […]

Guest AuthorOctober 30, 2018

This election cycle has been wrought with misinformation regarding Florida’s correctional institutions which are managed by private-sector service providers, specifically The GEO Group (GEO). For some politicians, these attacks have become nothing more than oft-repeated talking points without merit, truth or facts to back it up. While it may score political points with some voters […]

Guest AuthorOctober 27, 2018

The Clearwater Referendum offers residents the opportunity to enable positive change in their government for decades to come. While the City Manager Bill Horne and your current Mayor George Cretekos have much to be proud of and will be remembered for ably steering Clearwater through the worst recession since the Great Depression, let me offer a perspective on the upcoming […]

Guest AuthorOctober 26, 2018

The excitement that comes with newfound freedom and that first set of car keys is still memorable for many former teenagers. But eager new drivers need to understand the many distractions that increase their risk for an accident. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the greatest dangers for teen drivers are alcohol […]

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Andy Pelosi, Igor Volsky: Guns have no place at the polls

Nadine Smith: ‘Rainbow Wave’ may decide key Florida races

Walter West: Five reasons I am voting for Democrat Lauren Baer

Florida State Hispanic Chamber recommends voting no on Amendment 3

James Grant: For the good of America, let Robert Mueller get to the truth

Mark Wilson: Florida’s future is worth protecting; yes on Amendment 3

Michael Brawer: Vote yes on Amendment 7 for Florida State Colleges

David Donahue: Misinformation about contractor-managed correctional facilities prevalent during election cycle

Bob Buckhorn: A strong mayor would bring greater accountability, progress to Clearwater

Samantha Sexton: Drive by example during National Teen Driver Safety Week