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Peter SchorschMay 29, 2018

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Daniel McAuliffe, Jim Rosica, and Drew Wilson. We hope you had a relaxing, reflective Memorial Day Weekend. As hard as we tried, we just could not not produce today’s edition of Sunburn. There’s just too much water flowing from the […]

Peter SchorschMay 28, 2018

This weekend Floridians throughout our state will remember the men and women of the United States Armed Forces who have lost their lives while serving our country throughout our nation’s history. As we come together with family and friends to honor our fallen military and veterans, let us also bring to mind the tremendous sacrifice […]

Peter SchorschMay 26, 2018

Ride-hailing company Uber and the Governors Highway Safety Association are launching an awareness campaign reminding travelers to fasten their seatbelts ahead of Memorial Day weekend, when nearly 42 million Americans are expected to celebrate the unofficial start of summer with a road trip. “Make It Click: Every seat. Every ride” aims to educate the public […]

Peter SchorschMay 26, 2018

Democratic Nikki Fried has kept the Florida political class guessing for months about a possible statewide run for office. Florida Politics first reported back in February that the attorney, lobbyist and medical marijuana advocate was considering a late entry into the gubernatorial race. More recently, rumors circulated about Fried mounting a bid for Attorney General — […]

Peter SchorschMay 26, 2018

Our expectations of a three-day weekend filled with backyard barbecues and relaxation have been met with the reality of the precocious 2018 Hurricane Season. As of Friday afternoon, it appears the Sunshine State will get a soaking over the holiday, thanks to the untimely formation of now-Subtropical Storm Alberto — six days ahead of the […]

Peter SchorschMay 25, 2018

On Saturday, Birmingham’s Aston Villa F.C. and London’s Fulham F.C. will go head-to-head in what is considered the most valuable match in world soccer. The winner will secure the last remaining spot for the right to play in the English Premier League next season, the world’s top soccer league, and will receive at least $210 […]

Peter SchorschMay 25, 2018

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Daniel McAuliffe, Jim Rosica, and Drew Wilson. Memorial Day weekend means hot dogs, the beach and a Monday off to many. But to Florida’s politicians, it’s a working holiday. “Memorial Day is an American holiday, observed on the last […]

Peter SchorschMay 24, 2018

Last Call — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot The effort to call a Special Session on education funding has failed. House Democrats at least forced a legislative poll on the question, but couldn’t get the 60 percent affirmative vote of both chambers to call a Special Session. The […]

Peter SchorschMay 24, 2018

Democratic candidate for Governor Philip Levine blasted his Republican opponent, Adam Putnam, for scheduling a fundraiser at the home of a man who a decade ago shot two dogs that wandered into a pasture. While murdering dogs is abhorrent, the former mayor of Miami Beach probably should have thought twice before attacking Putnam on the […]

Peter SchorschMay 24, 2018

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Daniel McAuliffe, Jim Rosica, and Drew Wilson. Congress is spending too much, and Americans for Prosperity is crying out for help with an S.O.S. — “Stop Overspending” — campaign that launches today. Both sides of the aisle are catching […]

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Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 5.29.18

Compilation of Florida elected officials’ and politicians’ tributes for Memorial Day

Uber, GHSA remind drivers and passengers to buckle up this holiday weekend

Newly formed political committee offers clues to Nikki Fried’s plans

Takeaways from Tallahassee — When it rains …

On soccer’s biggest stage, the biggest loser this weekend will be Florida (thanks Speaker Corcoran!)

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics – 5.25.18

Last Call for 5.24.18 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics

Speaking of dogs … Philip Levine should be more careful before blasting Adam Putnam

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics – 5.24.18