Peter Schorsch, Author at Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government.

Peter SchorschOctober 24, 2016

August’s primary elections did not produce a breakthrough for any of the contenders in the behind-the-scenes, internecine scrum to one day lead the Florida House of Representatives. Instead, the race to be House Speaker in 2022-24 has settled in for a long slog which may not be decided until, at the earliest, 2018. And, according […]

Peter SchorschOctober 24, 2016

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Jenna Buzzacco-Foerster, Mitch Perry and Jim Rosica. NOMINATIONS NEEDED — WHO ARE THE RISING STARS OF FLORIDA’S LOBBYING INDUSTRY? INFLUENCE Magazine’s recognition of the rising stars of the governmental affairs sector will be unveiled in the December issue. Right now, […]

Peter SchorschOctober 23, 2016

Back before there was a FloridaPolitics.com and it was just me blogging at SaintPetersBlog.com, I would write a semi-regular screed about the Tampa Bay Times’ political coverage. This was so long ago, the Times still had St. Petersburg in its masthead. I gave up the “5 things I think I think…” column after a while […]

Peter SchorschOctober 22, 2016

There’s trouble brewing in the state’s horse racing industry. For example, the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association (FTBOA) is under attack by a “dissident group” of nearly 60 members. They’ve convinced a Marion County circuit judge to order the association to show why it shouldn’t make several changes to its bylaws. The county seat, Ocala, is informally […]

Peter SchorschOctober 22, 2016

Hillary Clinton called into Tampa hip-hop radio station 95.7 The Beat late Friday afternoon and gave praise to the Black Lives Matter movement. “I think they’ve played a really important role in our country,” she told Anjali “Queen B”. “These young people who came together to raise questions and also offered solutions. It’s not just been one-sided. I’ve met […]

Peter SchorschOctober 22, 2016

The Patrick Murphy campaign touted a new poll Friday showing the Democratic congressman tied with Republican U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio among Florida voters. The Opinion Savvy poll shows both candidates with 46 percent among likely voters, with 8 percent of respondents undecided. The numbers are a two point jump for Murphy compared to Opinion Savvy’s previous poll from Oct. 12. […]

Peter SchorschOctober 20, 2016

Put aside what you think of the utility-backed ballot solar amendment on the ballot next month. Whether you agree or not that the amendment establishes a right for consumers to own or lease solar equipment and helps local and state governments protect consumer rights and public safety really is up to you. Instead, let’s discuss Sal Nuzzo, […]

Peter SchorschOctober 20, 2016

About 30 minutes into Wednesday’s presidential debate, Donald Trump was doing well. He was making points that were rational to both his point of view and that of millions of Americans. I thought his supporters would love his strong answer on abortion, for instance. “I am putting pro-life justices on the (Supreme) court,” Trump said. “I will […]

Peter SchorschOctober 20, 2016

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Jenna Buzzacco-Foerster, Mitch Perry and Jim Rosica. DONALD TRUMP SENDS SHOCKWAVES WITH DEFIANT STANCE Trailing in the polls, Donald Trump had little to lose in his final debate against Hillary Clinton. He still managed to send shock waves, refusing […]

Peter SchorschOctober 19, 2016

A political committee founded by former Arizona U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords is funding a $20,000 direct mail campaign against incumbent Republican John Mica in Florida’s 7th Congressional District. Gifford’s committee, “Americans for Responsible Solutions,” advocates for candidates and legislation to reduce gun violence, and has come out in support of Democrat Stephanie Murphy in the […]

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Donald Trump talks to press outside his New York trial. Image via AP.

Primary elections did little to unscramble House Speaker race

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics – 10.24.16

5 things I think I think about today’s Tampa Bay Times

Takeaways from Tallahassee — Horses and the horserace

Hillary Clinton praises Black Lives Matter movement in Tampa radio interview

New poll shows Patrick Murphy, Marco Rubio tied after Democrat’s post-debate surge

Sal Nuzzo probably lost his virginity to his Canadian girlfriend

Joe Henderson: Can you say ‘Madam President’?

Sunburn for 10.20.16 – Donald Trump needed debate reset, instead he riled GOP

Gabby Giffords’ super PAC hits John Mica with $20K direct mailer in CD 7