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Phil AmmannMay 26, 2015

Florida’s Chamber of Commerce named a prominent legal expert to head its upcoming report on the effect of innovation on the state’s economy. The Florida Chamber Foundation announced J. Charles “Charlie” Gray, founder and Chair of the GrayRobinson corporate law firm, as co-chair of the “Blueprint for Florida’s Innovation Economy.” The report, a collaboration between the Foundation […]

Phil AmmannMay 26, 2015

Penny Walker Bos is the new executive director of the League of Women Voters of Florida. Bos, a 32-year veteran of Florida politics, will handle all activities and advocacy of the state’s largest civic engagement organization. She will work with the LWVF State Board on significant public policy issues. Bos’ political career began in 1983 […]

Phil AmmannMay 24, 2015

A round-up of Sunday editorials from Florida’s leading newspapers: Tampa Bay Times — Honoring those who died to protect us Like many federal holidays, Memorial Day has become a day that more often is associated with fellowship, food and fun than its founders’ original intent. But we should never fail to remember the sacrifices of […]

Phil AmmannMay 22, 2015

When Florida’s Legislative Session began in March, there were high expectations, especially for education and healthcare. But by session’s end, that optimism was long gone, says Florida Education Association President Andy Ford. Now that budget talks are set to resume, and lawmakers prepare for a June 1 Special Session, there’s still one last chance for […]

Phil AmmannMay 22, 2015

Speaker Steve Crisafulli says the Florida House can start passing a budget in June, now that the state could receive disputed federal healthcare money this year. Thursday, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) sent a letter to the state Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) indicating it will provide Low-Income Pool (LIP) funding for the […]

Phil AmmannMay 20, 2015

Who wants to get lucky in Vegas? Marco Rubio turns 44 next week, but one supporter will get the best gift: an invite to Rubio’s Las Vegas birthday celebration. A new email blast gives everyone a chance to win the Vegas trip and event, hosted by Rick Harrison of Pawn Stars fame – with a […]

Phil AmmannMay 20, 2015

On Wednesday, the Florida Chamber of Commerce named Todd Powell as North Central Florida Regional Chair. Powell is general manager of real estate at Plum Creek, the nation’s largest private landowner for forest products and mineral extraction. He will have a year-long term as one of 12 people in the Regional Chair Program. “Plum Creek is committed to […]

Phil AmmannMay 20, 2015

Former Port Richey City Attorney James Mathieu has resigned as chair of the Republican Party of Pasco. In a brief email to supporters, Mathieu said the move was for personal reasons. “Thank all of you for this opportunity to serve,” he wrote. “Keep the faith and Republicans will prevail in 2016. Thank you all.” Mathieu, […]

Phil AmmannMay 20, 2015

Republican Party of Sarasota Chair Joeman Gruters agrees with Barack Obama on one thing. Elections have consequences. And that’s about it. In the latest email to “Conservatives & Republicans,” Gruters laments over the very first meeting of the “all-Democrat” Sarasota City Commission. What raised Gruters’ ire was the board’s first order of business – something […]

Phil AmmannMay 19, 2015

In the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office runoff, it may have been interesting, and at times there was suspense, but Mike Williams began the evening with the lead, and never really left. Williams, a Republican who recieved a number of high-profile endorsements in the race, overtook Democrat Ken Jefferson early on to win 52 to 48 percent, according to the Duval County Supervisor of Elections website. Williams now replaces […]

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Florida Chamber names GrayRobinson founder to chair innovation report

Personnel note: League of Women Voters Florida has new executive director

A round-up of Sunday editorials from Florida’s leading newspapers

Email insights: When budget money flows again, FEA will be first in line

Steve Crisafulli says House can now pass budget, after feds change mind on LIP

Email insights: Join Marco Rubio for his big Vegas birthday bash

Florida Chamber chooses Todd Powell as North Central Florida Regional Chair

Republican Party of Pasco chair James Mathieu resigns

Email insights: “Elections have consequences,” warns Joe Gruters

Last-minute push helps Mike Williams win Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office runoff