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Peter SchorschSeptember 21, 2018

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Daniel McAuliffe, Jim Rosica, and Drew Wilson. Autumn arrives Saturday at 9:54 p.m. EDT (that’s 8:54 p.m. CDT, 7:54 p.m. MDT and 6:54 p.m. PDT). At a precise moment each September, on either the 21st, 22nd or 23rd, the sun […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 20, 2018

Last Call — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot A Collier County fire official is seeking guidance from the State Fire Marshal’s Office on whether to exempt a proposed “marijuana grow and processing facility” from the state’s fire code requirements. Dale E. Fey Jr., Fire Marshal at The North […]

Guest AuthorSeptember 20, 2018

Welcome to the winter of 2010. That’s me in the boots and puffy jacket because this is Cincinnati and it’s February and there’s snow on the ground. I’m a full-time grad student, teaching assistant and writer. During the day, my wife works. When she comes home, I write. I teach at night. I would write […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 20, 2018

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Daniel McAuliffe, Jim Rosica, and Drew Wilson. Andrew Gillum leading Ron DeSantis for Governor? Rick Scott’s lead over Bill Nelson shrinking? What is happening in Florida Politics? A new survey from Reuters/Ipsos/UVA Center for Politics shows Gillum with a […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 19, 2018

Last Call – A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot A Wednesday ruling from the Department of Revenue was a mixed bag for Calder Casino on its request for a tax break on its slot machines. The Miami Gardens track, formerly known as Calder Race Course, no longer runs its […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 19, 2018

Beau Beaubien has left the Attorney General’s Office to become political director for Republican former Congressman Ron DeSantis‘ campaign for Governor. From DeSantis adviser Brad Herold: “From grassroots advocacy to election law to legislative affairs, Beau is an effective and proven operative. “Beau’s extensive relationships in Tallahassee and throughout our state will prove immensely valuable, […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 19, 2018

If you pay close attention to the national political reporters, a blue wave the size of the one that capsized the Poseidon is about to usher in Democratic control of the U.S. House and possibly the Senate. The significant forecasters, including Nate Silver‘s FiveThirtyEight, the Cook Political Report, and Larry Sabato’s Crystal Ball basically give […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 19, 2018

Gary Pruitt’s career at the Tampa Police Department is his main selling point in his bid for Hillsborough County Sheriff, but a look over his personnel file and Hillsborough Circuit Court records shows a wanton disregard for the rules and, in some cases, the law. Pruitt, who is running as a Democrat, says he’s “passionate […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 19, 2018

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Daniel McAuliffe, Jim Rosica, and Drew Wilson. Just a reminder: The Florida Chamber Foundation will hold this year’s Future of Florida Forum on Sept. 26-27, or next Wednesday and Thursday, in Orlando. (If you’re like us, you’ve probably already […]

Peter SchorschSeptember 18, 2018

Last Call — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics. First Shot The city of Pensacola is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to preserve a cross, erected in a city park on the eve of World War II, that a federal appeals court has ruled must come down. “Religious symbols aren’t like […]

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Mario Cristobal. Image via AP.

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 9.21.18

Last Call for 9.20.18 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics

David James Poissant: Let’s retire the trope of the hapless dad

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 9.20.18

Last Call for 9.19.18 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics

Personnel note: Beau Beaubien joins Ron DeSantis campaign

Something very weird is happening in Florida politics …

Court records show Hillsborough Sheriff candidate Gary Pruitt is a deadbeat dad

Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 9.19.18

Last Call for 9.18.18 — A prime-time read of what’s going down in Florida politics