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Peter SchorschAugust 17, 2017

If you’ve ever dreamed of slurping spaghetti with state senators, top Florida Republicans have an offer you can’t refuse, so long as you can snag a flight to the Big Apple pronto. Senate President Joe Negron will make a fundraising trip to New York Thursday with the two senators set to succeed him in his […]

Peter SchorschAugust 17, 2017

Lewis Longman & Walker PA pulled in more than $300,000 during the second quarter of 2017. The six-person government affairs team earned the firm at least $305,000 — $150,000 for legislative work and $155,000 for executive branch work — during the second quarter of the year, which included the second half of the 2017 Legislative […]

Peter SchorschAugust 17, 2017

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Mitch Perry and Jim Rosica.

Peter SchorschAugust 16, 2017

Last Call – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot If you’re looking for criticism of Donald Trump’s reaction to the events in Charlottesville, Virginia, don’t look to Gov. Rick Scott or Attorney General Pam Bondi. Both have been steadfast supporters of the president. “Trump yesterday revived his initial claim […]

Peter SchorschAugust 16, 2017

State Sen. Dennis Baxley is scheduled to appear at a September banquet put on by a Save Southern Heritage Florida, a pro-Confederate group. Baxley, a Republican who represents Sumter County and parts of Lake and Marion, is on the slate for a panel discussion on the “War on the South” during the Sept. 2 event […]

Peter SchorschAugust 16, 2017

Even the latest tragedy cannot bring Americans closer together The schism between Americans grew a bit wider over the weekend. A white supremacist fueled by hate tried to kill a group supporting the removal of Confederate statues. Sadly, he managed to end the life of one victim. In an act that should unite our elected officials and […]

Peter SchorschAugust 16, 2017

Florida Realtors officially kicked off its campaign to pass Amendment 2, which gives voters the chance to make a 10 percent cap on annual non-homestead property tax increases permanent. The initiative will appear on the 2018 general election ballot. Prior to the 10 percent cap, if the value of a business owner’s property increased significantly […]

Peter SchorschAugust 16, 2017

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

Peter SchorschAugust 16, 2017

The official entry of Republican state Sen. Jack Latvala into the race for governor is welcome news to those hoping someone would come along to give them a reason not to cover their ears during the upcoming campaign. I think they just got their guy. Whether his candidacy will attract enough support to grab his […]

Peter SchorschAugust 15, 2017

Last Call – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shots Robert “Bobby O” Olszewski emerged Tuesday evening from what has been a rough-and-tumble primary to be the Republicans’ likeliest nominee for the Oct. 10 special election to fill the open seat in Florida’s House District 44. Early voting and mail-in […]

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Top Senate Republicans holding Big Apple fundraiser Thursday

Lewis Longman & Walker earns more than $300K in Q2

Sunburn for 8.17.17 – Jack Latvala’s dolphin tale; Florida Realtors launch statewide campaign; Whistlin’ Dixie; Dennis Baxley’s gonna do what?; Cesar Fernandez’ new project

Last Call for 8.16.17 – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics

Dennis Baxley to attend pro-Confederate banquet

The Delegation for 8.16.17 — Insights from the Beltway to the Sunshine State

Florida Realtors kick off ‘Amendment 2 is for Everybody’ campaign

Sunburn for 8.16.17 – Jack Latvala hits the trail; Jimmy Patronis to consider hitting the trail; Bobby O. wins on the trail; Joe Negron blazes a trail; Bill Montford leaves a trail; Happy trails, Carol Gentry

Joe Henderson: Jack Latvala will bring a sensible GOP voice to a shrill campaign for governor

Last Call for 8.15.17 – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics