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Peter SchorschSeptember 2, 2015

The telecommunications company now responsible for providing phone and Internet service to the state of Florida is raising questions about a major new contract awarded to a rival vendor. AT&T now has the current contract that expires in 2016. But the company contends the administration of Gov. Rick Scott changed the requirements for a new […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 1, 2015

The 100 most influential Floridians in state politics will be revealed in the forthcoming edition of INFLUENCE Magazine. Set to debut during the week of Oct. 19, the fall edition of INFLUENCE Magazine will profile the 100 people who leave the biggest footprints in Florida politics, but are not in elected office. From lobbyists and major donors to academics […]

Peter SchorschAugust 31, 2015

If you are the child of an extremely successful parent, you probably have things pretty good. Good for you. Chances are quite high that you likely have a fairly cush job (if you even work at all), a comfortable life and take advantage of all that your fortunate situation has handed you. Let’s face it; […]

Peter SchorschAugust 31, 2015

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It comes as no surprise that support for medical marijuana continues to grow, as discussions surrounding the implementation of the Compassionate Medical Cannabis Act of 2014 continues to heat up. Recently, Sarasota state Representative Greg Steube filed a bill to expand the state’s low THC medical cannabis regime. And a survey was conducted by St. […]

Peter SchorschAugust 31, 2015

If I were running for the state Senate in Broward County and was likely to be running in a Democratic primary, there is a pretty long list of notables I would want on my announcement news release. In this dream of mine, I would have one of the top Democrats in the country – notice the little “r” […]

Peter SchorschAugust 31, 2015

Were Doc Brown to offer Jack Latvala a ride in his time-hopping Delorean, it’s actually easy to identify one of the dates the Pinellas lawmaker would travel to: September 4, 1990. That’s the date his bete noire, Stuart Republican Joe Negron, lost a primary election to Patricia “Pat” Dailer for the Democratic nomination in House District 80. […]

Peter SchorschAugust 31, 2015

In complaining about Patrick Murphy’s fundraising, Alan Grayson reveals he is nothing less than a total hypocrite. A new email from Murphy Communications Director Joshua Karp calls Grayson a “hedge fund manager” who loves attacking his fellow Democrat for receiving Wall Street contributions during his U.S. Senate campaign. Nevertheless, Karp says the brash Orlando liberal has no qualms […]

Peter SchorschAugust 31, 2015

Summertime often sees a flurry of personnel moves in the world of government and politics. Continuing this occasional series, we update you on who’s in the Departure Lounge. First up is the tech-savvy Erin Choy, who is no longer with National Strategies LLC where she lobbied for, among others, Adobe. Choy is now the external […]

Peter SchorschAugust 30, 2015

Jeb Bush’s late-summer fundraising tour swings by Florida Monday, as the Republican presidential candidate comes to the Miami area for a big-ticket GOP reception. The high-profile, $1,000-a-ticket private reception for the former governor begins 6 p.m. at the home of entrepreneur Manny Kadre and his wife Annie, 5345 Hammock Drive in Coral Gables. A spot on the host committee, which […]

Peter SchorschAugust 30, 2015

Starting in September, Florida’s Department of Health will be under new leadership. Surgeon General Dr. John Armstrong announced the promotion of Alexis Lambert to Chief of Staff, moving Jennifer Tschetter to Chief Operating Officer, and Nathan Dunn will become Deputy Chief Operating Officer. All three appointments begin September 11. “Leadership excellence remains a hallmark of […]

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Nearly $400 million state contract protested by AT&T

Coming in October: The INFLUENCE 100 – The top influencers in Florida politics

What I think I think about Lauren Book

Challenging traditional views of medical marijuana with compassion

Lauren Book to announce Senate bid with an impressive list of notable Broward endorsements

Joe Negron may be winning Senate President’s race, but there’s no need to question Jack Latvala’s GOP bona fides

Email insights: Unmasking Alan Grayson’s Wall Street hypocrisy

In the Departure Lounge: Erin Choy, Don DeLoach, Sara Clements and more

Jeb Bush fundraiser Monday in Coral Gables

Florida Dept. of Health unveiling new leadership team; Alexis Lambert named Chief of Staff