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Peter SchorschFebruary 5, 2018

Does Ron DeSantis have a problem with honesty? One could argue that (at a minimum) the North Florida congressman and newly minted gubernatorial candidate is struggling with the truth on the campaign trail. Among those who might agree is Fred Costello, the former Ormond Beach mayor and Republican state Representative. Costello — who is again seeking […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 5, 2018

Among Florida politicos, it’s referred to as the “Lenny Curry Rule.” This rule is quite simple: Short of a statewide emergency, there’s to be no political tweeting during the NFL games on Sunday. Although the rule is named after the Bold City’s Jacksonville Jaguars-loving mayor, Associated Press reporter Brendan Farrington and Democratic political consultant Steve […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 5, 2018

President Donald Trump will swing by through Palm Beach March 3 for a fundraiser benefiting his 2020 re-election campaign, according to an invitation first obtained by Florida Politics. The fundraiser is set to be held at Mar-a-Lago, a resort owned by Trump that has become known as his “winter White House.” Attending alongside the president […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 5, 2018

For many, the best part about the Super Bowl is not the football, but watching the slick ads that air in between the action on the gridiron. House Speaker Richard Corcoran, who is widely expected to launch a bid for Florida governor after the 2018 Legislative Session, may not be spending the $5 million it […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 5, 2018

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Ana Ceballos, Daniel McAuliffe, and Jim Rosica. First on #FlaPol – Richard Corcoran’s Super Bowl email – The House Speaker sent a message and new football-themed video Sunday afternoon wishing all his supporters a Happy Super Bowl Sunday. “As […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 3, 2018

Hey, we get it. There’s a lot going on in the 2018 Legislative Session — and it’s only Week Five. With budget negotiations, the passage of 27 bills this week and it being an election year, it’s easy to get lost in the noise. So, here’s a brief — very brief — update on some […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 3, 2018

Big crowds bog down cell networks, but the crowd headed to watch the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles square off in Super Bowl LII Sunday night has nothing to worry about. Modern fiber optic and microwave radio tech have advanced to the point that those woes are a thing of the past. Not only […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 2, 2018

You’d think Joe Negron would have learned by now that when it comes to gambling and the Legislature, you can’t always get what you want. Actually, you can’t even get what you need. But when it comes to what’s fair for voters, shouldn’t you fight like hell? In a media availability after Thursday’s floor session, […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 2, 2018

The Super Bowl is this Sunday, and it should be the last great reminder that Florida needs to clean up the fantasy sports scene. Yes, there’s been much ado about the Seminole Tribe’s contention that passing fantasy sports legislation would violate their exclusivity deal with the state. We direct your attention to a legal opinion by former Florida Supreme […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 2, 2018

Plans for a new veterans memorial near Clearwater were revealed Friday, but potential visitors will need an oxygen tank to get there. Called “Circle of Heroes,” the memorial aims to be the nation’s first underwater dive memorial and will be situated roughly 10 miles off the Pinellas County shore. The site will be about 40-feet […]

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Aerial photo courtesy Jesse Biter.

Ron DeSantis’ less-than-spectacular first week on the trail

Andrew Gillum, Adam Putnam wanted to annoy us on Super Bowl Sunday

Donald Trump headlining Mar-a-Lago fundraiser in March

Richard Corcoran scores with football-inspired digital ad

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics – 2.5.18

Takeaways from Tallahassee — Legislative misses

Aviat Networks bolstering comms for Super Bowl LII

Joe Negron and a reckoning (or not) on gambling

As Super Bowl approaches, remember fantasy sports legislation

First underwater veterans memorial coming to Pinellas County waters