Emails & Opinions

Guest AuthorJune 5, 2018

As the nationwide opioid epidemic continues to destroy families, communities and lives across the country, Congress is currently considering dozens of bills to address this public health crisis. Their action is critical, and time is of the essence. In 2016, more than 4,000 Floridians fatally overdosed on opioids. Fortunately, in 2016 Florida also passed a […]

Peter SchorschJune 5, 2018

As I finish reading Monday’s story in Tallahassee Reports on the ‘pay for play’ problem at the capital’s daily newspaper, Shakespeare comes to mind: “Et tu, Tallahassee Democrat?” Tallahassee Reports (TR) is best thought of as a conservative counterpoint to the Democrat’s coverage, particularly of City Hall. It’s no secret that its editor, Steve Stewart, […]

Peter SchorschJune 5, 2018

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Daniel McAuliffe, Jim Rosica, and Drew Wilson. Yesterday we reported that billionaire Jeff Greene was entering the Democratic primary for Governor, and paperwork posted on the Florida Division of Elections hours after SUNBURN went out confirmed it. In the 24 hours […]

Joe HendersonJune 5, 2018

So-called “conversion therapy” is only a thing because a segment of wingnut nation considers it a sacred duty to force its values on everyone. The practice goes on because too many lawmakers look the other way. But it’s not therapy at all, at least as reasonably educated people understand the practice. It is, instead, medieval quackery […]

Peter SchorschJune 4, 2018

Last Call — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot An interesting question almost slipped by during Monday’s hearing in a case over whether medical marijuana can be smoked in Florida. Circuit Judge Karen Gievers already has ruled “qualified” patients do have a right to smoke under the 2016 medical […]

Joe HendersonJune 4, 2018

It seems only fair that the Florida Education Association decided the Legislature deserved to be covered with the same sauce it has for years been ladling on public schools. Hence, the report card the Association just gave lawmakers, based on how they voted on education issues over the last two years. Not surprisingly, Republicans — […]

Peter SchorschJune 4, 2018

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Daniel McAuliffe, Jim Rosica, and Drew Wilson. Good morning. The rumor du jour is that Palm Beach billionaire Jeff Greene HAS ALREADY filed to run for Florida governor. That’s what a top Democratic source texted me last Sunday evening. […]

Guest AuthorJune 4, 2018

Hurricane season charged into Florida Friday with one storm already on the books. Subtropical Storm Alberto dampened many Memorial Day festivities but serves as a good reminder that Floridians must be prepared for storms and the damage they may cause. Protecting against storms doesn’t end with stocking up on supplies and shoring up property. It […]

Staff ReportsJune 2, 2018

There’s no catch: Floridians and tourists without fishing licenses can bait the Sunshine State’s salt waters today and tomorrow, allowing novice to expert anglers to grab their poles and try their luck without the usual cost. For folks in Tallahassee, that could mean a few free casts into waters near the St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge […]

Peter SchorschJune 2, 2018

As we enter the dog days of Summer, the battle lines are forming over Amendment 13, the proposed constitutional amendment to ban greyhound racing in Florida. Now that we’ve seen the initial moves from each side, it looks like it’s shaping up to be a long, tough campaign for supporters of the dog racing industry. […]

Emails & Opinions
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Julio Fuentes: Florida lives depend on naloxone co-prescriptions

Andrew Gillum and Tallahassee Democrat: ‘Pay for play’ or good business?

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 6.5.18

Joe Henderson: Gwen Graham makes stand against conversion therapy quackery

Last Call for 6.4.18 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics

Joe Henderson: FEA to Republicans: You get an F, and you get an F, and you …

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 6.4.18

Mark Wilson: Consumer Protection Coalition warns Floridians to beware of AOB abuse this hurricane season

Takeaways from Tallahassee — Casting call

Greyhound racing ban backers start campaign on offense