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Phil AmmannFebruary 15, 2016

During an appearance in South Carolina, Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush blasted the left for what he considers “intolerance” toward people of faith. Bush, the former Florida governor, was speaking to an audience at the Faith and Family Presidential Forum Feb. 12 at Bob Jones University in Greenville. “The idea that you’re a Christian, or […]

Phil AmmannFebruary 15, 2016

Speaking at the Faith and Family Presidential Forum in South Carolina last week, Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush discussed several faith-based issues, including what his faith means to him, his dedication to serving the country and helping those in need. One part of the forum, held at Bob Jones University in Greenville Feb. 12, featured a […]

Phil AmmannFebruary 14, 2016

About a quarter-century ago, a pack of Marlboro cigarettes sealed a friendship between the late U.S. Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia and Florida legal legend Talbot “Sandy” D’Alemberte. It was December 1991, during D’Alemberte’s tenure as American Bar Association president. Scalia had been on the bench about five years by then. He died Saturday at the age of 79. The two men […]

Phil AmmannFebruary 14, 2016

The sharing economy is here to stay and is no doubt flourishing. From Airbnb to ridesharing, it is an exciting time for consumers as new products and services continue to enter the marketplace. Transportation Network Companies (TNCs), such as Uber and Lyft, brought a new way of getting around town not just in Florida, but […]

Phil AmmannFebruary 14, 2016

A roundup of Sunday editorials from Florida’s leading newspapers: Tampa Bay Times — Hillary Clinton for the Democratic nomination With much of the attention during this unpredictable presidential campaign focused on conservative Republicans eager to back an uncompromising outsider, many Democrats are just as determined to buck the establishment and pursue a more liberal direction. […]

Phil AmmannFebruary 14, 2016

Valentine’s Day is a day of romance, and Americans United for Change is sending a love letter to their friends in the GOP. Tongue-in-cheek that is. In a new email, the progressive advocacy group, fronted by Democratic operative Brad Woodhouse, issued its Republican Party Valentine’s Day cards. “Having trouble expressing yourself to that special someone in […]

Phil AmmannFebruary 12, 2016

For almost a decade, Florida has been ground zero in the nation’s struggle against prescription drug abuse. So-called “pain clinics” became a common part of the Florida landscape, leading to an epidemic of the misuse and abuse of opioids. The Florida Legislature responded to the proliferation of pain clinics with new regulations and from 2010 […]

Phil AmmannFebruary 11, 2016

The abrupt end to the 2015 Florida legislative session left an important piece of legislation in limbo: the regulation of the onshore oil and gas industry. Fortunately, Sen. Garrett Richter, R-Naples, and Rep. Ray Rodrigues, R-Estero, are again championing this good legislation during this year’s session, and we are nearing the finish line. HB 191 […]

Phil AmmannFebruary 11, 2016

With New Hampshire behind us, I want to share a few insights after spending several days in the state. First, driving through the snow is not at all like driving in rain. So I can take that off the bucket list. Hillary Clinton’s speech Tuesday night has inspired me more than ever to double down […]

Phil AmmannFebruary 11, 2016

Madeline Albright and Gloria Steinem need to stop obsessing about young women who won’t vote for Hillary Clinton. There’s a better use for their time and energy if they want her to be elected president. That’s to take Clinton by the shoulders, shake her until her teeth rattle, and scream into her ear, “Who do […]

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Postcards from South Carolina: Jeb Bush calls it wrong that left says people of faith are intolerant

Jeb Bush contends he has proven record defunding Planned Parenthood in Florida

Jim Rosica: Sandy D’Alemberte has fond memories of Antonin Scalia

Logan McFaddin: Sharing economy needs reasonable insurance laws

A roundup of Sunday editorials from Florida’s leading newspapers

Progressive group sends “love” with GOP Valentine’s Day cards

Michael Ruppal: Legislature must authorize use of abuse-deterrent opioids to save lives

Brewster Bevis: The Legislature should pass legislation regulating oil and gas industry

Christian Ulvert: Experience and passion make Hillary Clinton my choice for president

Martin Dyckman: Hillary Clinton should acknowledge that her speaking fees are offensive