Emails & Opinions

Peter SchorschJune 26, 2018

It’s only been eight years since Tallahassee’s “Taj Mahal” courthouse scandal made headlines, sparking an investigation into the state’s decision to fund a lavish $48 million building for the 1st District Court of Appeals. Granite counter tops, flat screen TVs and framed artwork were among the building’s high-end amenities. Now, it appears another Taj Mahal, […]

Joe HendersonJune 26, 2018

The phrase “You dance with the one who brung ya” is a quaint way of saying you stick with what works. The origin of that saying is generally credited to the longtime University of Texas football coach Darrell Royal, but it has been co-opted over the years by plenty of others, including (let us bow […]

Peter SchorschJune 25, 2018

Last Call — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot Noting an uptick in online fraud, Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis says he’ll next focus on the use of “cryptocurrencies” such as bitcoin. “Many of our citizens rely on their investment or retirement accounts for their income and cryptocurrencies continue […]

Peter SchorschJune 25, 2018

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Daniel McAuliffe, Jim Rosica, and Drew Wilson. Might Adam Putnam have time on his side? As was made clear via Twitter on Friday, Putnam’s opponent for the Republican gubernatorial nomination, Ron DeSantis, has the full support of Donald Trump. As we have seen […]

Joe HendersonJune 25, 2018

It is wrong that Sarah Sanders was asked to leave the Red Hen restaurant over the weekend because the staff and owner don’t like her politics and her presence made them feel uncomfortable. I don’t like her politics either. I disagree with almost everything she says and, especially, the man she represents in the White House press […]

Peter SchorschJune 24, 2018

A record number Democratic candidates qualified for state races this week, and the Florida Democratic Party said now it’s time to prepare for the “Blue Wave.” “From the Gubernatorial race, to State House and Senate, to county commissioners and mayors, we have the most qualified, committed, and exciting group of candidates we have ever seen,” […]

Staff ReportsJune 23, 2018

In her lifelong fight against child abuse, state Senator Lauren Book has found a friend in America’s favorite pastime. The Plantation Democrat brought together 1,000 middle and elementary school children from seven schools in the Bronx for a walk to advocate for child safety and protection Thursday. Led by Book, the large group of children […]

Guest AuthorJune 22, 2018

I knew we’d have a fight on our hands to defend the progress made by the Obama administration in reforming our health care system. I wake up every day recognizing that millions of my fellow Floridians could lose coverage and access if the current Administration’s efforts to undermine the health care law are successful. I admit […]

Guest AuthorJune 22, 2018

As an educator who has taught in both district-run and charter public schools, I am astounded when I read articles or hear claims from school board members around the state charter schools take away funding from the local public-school system. That is not the case. Charter schools provide options for families who can’t afford to […]

Peter SchorschJune 22, 2018

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Daniel McAuliffe, Jim Rosica, and Drew Wilson. Candidate qualifying closes at noon today, and the question arises: Will there be any more surprises? We saw two minor ones: Jacksonville Republican state Rep. Jay Fant dropped out of the attorney general’s race to […]

Emails & Opinions
The Yankees organization is generous with Helene relief in Florida. Image via AP.

Taj Mahal Part Deux?

Joe Henderson: For Ron DeSantis, time to dance to the Trump music

Last Call for 6.25.18 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 6.25.18

Joe Henderson: Sarah Sanders incident latest step into the abyss

Florida Democrats say ‘no GOP seat is safe’ in 2018

Takeaways from Tallahassee — At the old ballgame

Johnny Boykins: Why would we start over with health care?

Marsha Edwards: District, charter teachers all in this together

Sunburn – The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics – 6.22.18