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

Peter SchorschJune 8, 2015

As any reader of this blog already knows, I am an unabashed fan of the work being done by Lauren Book and her organization, Lauren’s Kids. As a policy wonk, I really like what they are doing to educate people on spotting, preventing and reporting child sexual abuse. But as the father of the most […]

Peter SchorschJune 8, 2015

As any reader of this blog already knows, I am an unabashed fan of the work being done by Lauren Book and her organization, Lauren’s Kids. As a policy wonk, I really like what they are doing to educate people on spotting, preventing and reporting child sexual abuse. But as a father of the most […]

Peter SchorschJune 8, 2015

As the Legislature grapples with finalizing a budget, another funding debate is going besides just the future of indigent health care in the state. Lawmakers have proposed $1 million to open a competitive bid process next year for the state’s Law Enforcement Radio System (SLERS.) Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri sent a letter to Gov. […]

Peter SchorschJune 8, 2015

Weeks before taking office, Lenny Curry is already advocating for Jacksonville’s public safety, leveraging relationships with state-level Republicans to make this happen. As Tia Mitchell of the Florida Times-Union reported last week, Mayor-elect Curry recently was in Tallahassee, touching base with key legislators and thanking some of those who had been key supporters in the mayoral race. […]

Peter SchorschJune 8, 2015

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Attorney and Republican activist Rick Kozell announced he will launch a bid for South Florida’s 18th Congressional District based in Palm Beach County. Kozell is running as an outsider, who like most Americans, is fed up with dysfunction and gridlock in Congress. “Today, Congress seems more focused on growing the bureaucracy than on solving problems. It’s time […]

Peter SchorschJune 6, 2015

During Marco Rubio‘s first year in the Florida Legislature in 2000, the 29-year-old lawmaker filled out the required forms detailing his personal finances. On the line listing his net worth, Rubio wrote: “0.” Since then, he has risen to lead the state House as speaker, won election to the U.S. Senate and earned at least […]

Peter SchorschJune 6, 2015

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With a hat-tip to LobbyTools, here is latest on who is on and who is off the legislative staffing merry-go-round. Off: Kaley Flynn has left her position as legislative research assistant for the House Education Committee. On: Lara Medley has accepted a position as Rep. Colleen Burton‘s legislative assistant. On: Janice Browning has accepted a position as Rep. Mike Hill’s […]

Peter SchorschJune 5, 2015

After revealing his presidential plans, Republican Jeb Bush will make a multi-state fundraising tour from June 19 to July 2 to raise money for his expected campaign. According to a “Volunteer Fundraising Information Packet” obtained by FloridaPolitics.com, Bush will raise money at receptions in Washington, DC, several cities in Florida, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, New York City, Connecticut […]

Peter SchorschJune 5, 2015

Another Thursday has gone by and we continue to wait with bated breath on whether or not the Florida Supreme Court will rule whether the state’s workers’ compensation system unconstitutional. Two high-profile workers’ compensation cases still sit on the court’s desk – (1) Castellanos v. Next Door Company and (2) Westphal v. City of St. […]

Peter SchorschJune 4, 2015

While Tallahassee is buzzing today with news that Jeb Bush will officially launch his presidential campaign June 15, Adams Street is also buzzing with talk that Rep. Matt Gaetz is about to draw a serious contender in the race for State Senate District 1. Bay County Commissioner George Gainer, a Republican, is expected to file to […]

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Peter Schorsch: Be shocked – and educated – by Lauren's Kids poll on sexual abuse

Poll on sexual abuse conducted by Lauren’s Kids offers some startling insights

Pinellas Sheriff Bob Gualtieri supports open-bid for upgraded radio system

Not even in office, Lenny Curry secures state money for DOJ COPS matching fund

Republican Rick Kozell announces run for Florida’s CD 18

Marco Rubio’s real estate dealings often a drag on his finances

The latest on the legislative staffing merry-go-round

Details emerge about Jeb Bush’s post-decision fundraising push

Workers’ compensation system eagerly awaits key Supreme Court ruling

Matt Gaetz about to draw a serious challenger for Senate race in George Gainer