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Peter SchorschNovember 15, 2017

Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister announced Oct. 2 he would run for election in 2018, and his first campaign finance report shows more than $300,000 in contributions. The newly filed report shows $305,890 raised and $10,716 spent through his first 30 days on the trail, leaving him with $295,174 on hand. Chronister, a Republican, has […]

Peter SchorschNovember 15, 2017

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Steve Andrews could be just a little more helpful. Andrews, the Tallahassee-based defense attorney, is representing Jack Latvala against allegations of sexual harassment. Recently, he claimed a desire to work with the Florida Senate’s lead investigator, attorney Gail Holtzman of Tampa, to prevent any potential conflicts of interest in Latvala’s case. “We want to work […]

Peter SchorschNovember 15, 2017

There’s nothing more aggravating than seeing the Legislature finally do the right thing, only to see local authorities attempt to undermine that progress. Take, for instance, the maddening example of Florida airports and the extra fees they tack on when travelers try to leave the airport property. Since the Legislature passed uniform regulations for ridesharing […]

Peter SchorschNovember 15, 2017

State Sen. Jack Latvala has big plans for this Friday: Distributing fresh produce to his Pinellas County constituents. What, were you thinking something else? The longtime lawmaker is teaming up with nonprofit Farm Share Inc. to hand out the Florida grown fruits and veggies. The group serves as a link between farmers with extra product […]

Peter SchorschNovember 15, 2017

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Mitch Perry and Jim Rosica. Wasn’t yesterday nice? Why was it so nice? Because for the first time in nearly three weeks, there wasn’t a new report about a lawmaker having an affair … or a lawmaker putting his […]

Peter SchorschNovember 14, 2017

Ruta Jouniari is the second Democrat seeking the House District 72 seat vacated when Sarasota Republican Alex Miller abruptly resigned after less than a year in office. But with a series of sloppy, rookie mistakes, it is becoming increasingly clear that Jouniari, a community activist, may not be ready to serve, suggesting she has little-to-no […]

Peter SchorschNovember 14, 2017

Top Republicans in the House and Senate brought in saw huge committee fundraising gains in October, with Senate Majority Leader Wilton Simpson leading the pack with $645,000 raised. Simpson, a Trilby Republican, is likely to take over as Senate President for 2021-22, brought in 75 contributions through Jobs for Florida, including nine contributions of $25,000 […]

Peter SchorschNovember 14, 2017

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The Florida Chamber of Commerce unveiled a legislative roadmap outlining its focus areas ahead of the 2018 Legislative Session, which starts Jan. 9. The organization held a press conference in the Capitol on Tuesday. “Year after year, the Florida Chamber has been at the forefront of solving issues that impact the competitiveness and future of […]

Peter SchorschNovember 14, 2017

I do not know any of identities of the six women who have accused state Senator Jack Latvala of sexual harassment. And, to be frank, I don’t want to know who they are until they are ready to come forward. That’s their privilege. Because what’s been lost in all of the discussion about procedures and […]

Peter SchorschNovember 14, 2017

Ballard Partners has hired Katherine San Pedro as its newest partner in the lobbying firms’s Tallahassee and Miami offices, according to a Tuesday news release. “Katherine has a stellar reputation in Florida politics, having forged key relationships with members of the Florida Legislature from her years campaigning and working in the Capitol,” said Brian Ballard, […]

Peter Schorsch

Chad Chronister has $540K on hand for bid for full term as Hillsborough Sheriff

Steve Andrews’ dismissive ‘girls’ quip isn’t helping Jack Latvala’s case

Ridesharing legislation is bringing us to the future, so why are airports still stuck in the past?

Jack Latvala has BIG plans for this Friday

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics – 11.15.17

Ruta Jouniari missteps show aimless, sure-to-lose campaign in HD 72

Top Republican lawmakers scored big in October fundraising reports

Florida Chamber wants an end to AOB, ‘gotcha’ lawsuits in 2018

Why is the lawyer for Jack Latvala’s accuser leaving so many breadcrumbs?

Personnel note: Katherine San Pedro joins Ballard Partners