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Peter SchorschSeptember 28, 2017

As Rahm Emanuel once said: “Never let a serious crisis go to waste.” Bill Nelson may be taking that advice to heart. This week, Florida’s senior U.S. Senator sent out a fundraising email featuring Hurricane Irma, the Category 3 storm that devastated much of Nelson’s own state. “As Irma approached, I quickly called on the […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 28, 2017

Delegation staying focused on priority issues This week the last-gasp attempt to gut Obamacare failed. Just two days later, President Donald Trump and Republicans began to talk up tax reform. Getting relief to hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico (and Floridians still suffering from Irma) was also on the minds of lawmakers. For those who didn’t notice, some NFL players taking a knee during the national anthem […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 28, 2017

Today, tune in as the Florida Chamber Foundation launches a free online tool to help close Florida’s talent and skills gaps. LaunchMyCareerFL.org is a one-stop-shop that helps students look at programs at public institutions and training programs in Florida and analyze their potential personal outcomes.

Peter SchorschSeptember 28, 2017

Republican James Buchanan keeps racking up endorsements for his House District 72 campaign, and Wednesday he added the one of the biggest names in Florida Politics to the list in U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio. “James is a tenacious worker and someone the voters of Sarasota County can trust to deliver and produce results,” Rubio said. […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 27, 2017

Last Call — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot Attendees of the 2017 Future of Florida Forum in Orlando, sponsored by the Florida Chamber Foundation, may have been there for policy chat, but others had an ear out for political notes sounded. The attentive listener gleaned a few tidbits […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 27, 2017

With the votes tallied, Democrat Annette Taddeo beat out Republican Jose Felix Diaz 51-47 in the Tuesday special election for Senate District 40, despite all signs pointing toward a low-turnout Election Day and early voting numbers strongly favoring Diaz.

Peter SchorschSeptember 27, 2017

The Florida House of Representatives graphics team has done it again, putting together an uplifting 5-minute clip about the state’s recovery after Hurricane Irma. The video opens with ominous music and titles that read “They said we were divided … That we were hopelessly at odds … That in an hour of need … Americans […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 27, 2017

Through all the ups and downs of Hurricane Irma – the power outages, the flooding, the desperate quest for essential supplies – there was one place Floridians knew they could count on in a time of need. Florida’s hospitals were there for the people of our state, performing as flawlessly as anyone could hope to […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 27, 2017

Democrat Annette Taddeo has won Tuesday’s state Senate District 40 special election, narrowly defeating Republican former state Rep. Jose Felix Diaz in the hotly contested and expensive race that was closely watched by both state and national parties. SD 40 wound up being more of a nail-biter than anyone first expected, as Republicans entered Election Day with only […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 27, 2017

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Mitch Perry and Jim Rosica. By 2030, nearly 26 million Floridians will call Florida home. Is Florida ready to remain globally competitive, create high-wage jobs and economic opportunity, and fuel vibrant and sustainable communities?

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Republicans question Bill Nelson over fundraising from Hurricane Irma

The Delegation for 9.28.17 — Insights from the Beltway to the Sunshine State

Launching today: New tool from Florida Chamber Foundation connects students and businesses

James Buchanan adds Marco Rubio endorsement

Last Call for 9.27.17 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics

Winners and losers emerging from Annette Taddeo’s win SD 40

Florida House goes Michael Bay with Irma recovery video

Florida hospitals: Rock-solid through Hurricane Irma

Annette Taddeo wins SD 40 special election

Sunburn for 9.27.17 – #FutureofFL gets underway; Dems plead for help to P.R.; American Bridge targets Rick Scott; Sen.-elect Annette Taddeo!; Scott Fennell’s new gig