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Peter SchorschSeptember 4, 2017

“Cheer up!” “Don’t look so angry when you’re talking.” “Talk about Donald Trump.” “Don’t talk about Donald Trump.” “Spend more time in the black community.” “Spend less time in the black community.” “Shave your mustache.” All of this advice — well, except for the part about the mustache — has probably been directed Rick Baker‘s […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 2, 2017

The mother of a Tallahassee elementary schooler is suing the local school board after a teacher slammed a “timeout room” door on her special-needs son’s hand, breaking his finger, according to her complaint. The case is being handled by an attorney for Morgan & Morgan, the statewide personal injury law firm founded by Orlando lawyer […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 1, 2017

With state Rep. Bill Hager, barred from seeking re-election because of term limits, another Republican candidate has taken the first step toward trying to succeed him in the Florida House of Representatives. Thomas “Tommy” Zeichman, a business attorney and son of a law enforcement officer, filed paperwork with the Division of Elections to run in […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 1, 2017

She is an accomplished professional speaker. Now, Monica Wofford wants to speak for the voters of Lake County. Wofford, who is also a businesswoman and successful author, filed paperwork Friday launching her candidacy for House District 32. Wofford hopes to succeed Yalaha’s favorite son, Larry Metz, who cannot run again for the seat because of term limits. […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 1, 2017

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This last week in Northeast Florida was somewhat quiet for politics. Federal and state Representatives and Senators are on break. Jacksonville City Council is on its fifth week of a budget negotiation, with a plan all but ready for Council’s vote in September. A year ago, the political scene was pell-mell: Primaries up and down […]

Peter SchorschAugust 31, 2017

Last Call – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot State Sen. Lauren Book, the parents of Florida salute you for your commitment to public potty equality for tots. Book, a Plantation Democrat and new mother of twins, has filed legislation encouraging the state’s restaurants to install baby changing tables. […]

Peter SchorschAugust 31, 2017

A lot happened while Congress was away; much to do when it returns On Tuesday, the House and Senate go back to Washington. Much has happened since they went on recess July 28, little of which was positive. Over the last month, we had a tense war of words between President Donald Trump and North […]

Peter SchorschAugust 30, 2017

Last Call – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot Good news for a change out of Tallahassee: AFSCME Florida, the public workers’ union, today announced a $5,000 donation to help those hurt by Hurricane Harvey in Texas and Louisiana. “The donation to the non-profit AFSCME Fallen Heroes Fund […]

Peter SchorschAugust 30, 2017

Tuesday’s slate of elections in St. Petersburg certainly provided a list of winners and losers, and I’m not just talking about candidates. Here’s a list of the real winners and losers emerging from the city’s primary elections. Please let me know if I missed anyone. Winners Tom Alte and Megan Salisbury — Blue Ticket Consulting went two-for-two […]

Peter SchorschAugust 29, 2017

Of all of the surprises that occurred in St. Petersburg’s mayoral primary on Tuesday — and there were a lot — one of the most intriguing to Democratic politicos in Florida has to be the appearance of Nikki Barnes and Leslie Wimes at Rick Baker‘s election watch party. Picture of Leslie Wimes and DNC Member […]

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Supporters celebrate the opening of a wheel-chair accessible playground at Anastasia State Park. Image via Florida State Parks Foundation.

For Rick Baker to win mayor’s race, he’ll need to fire Adam Goodman

Takeaways from Tallahassee — Lawsuit: Teacher breaks kid’s finger

Thomas ‘Tommy’ Zeichman enters 2018 contest for House District 89

Professional speaker Monica Wofford joins race for House District 32

Jacksonville Bold for 9.1.17 — The struggle is real

Last Call for 8.31.17 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics

The Delegation for 8.31.17 — Insights from the Beltway to the Sunshine State

Last Call for 8.30.17 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics

Winners and losers emerging from St. Petersburg’s primary elections

Leslie Wimes, DNC member Nikki Barnes spotted at Rick Baker’s election watch party