Emails & Opinions

Peter SchorschOctober 12, 2017
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Delegation at the forefront of gun control debate Members of the Florida delegation are taking a lead role in the most recent discussion on gun control following the tragedy in Las Vegas. While pleas for “reasonable” gun control measures are always part of the discussion, the specific targeting of devices such as “bump stocks,” which […]

Peter SchorschOctober 12, 2017
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Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Mitch Perry and Jim Rosica. Richard Corcoran has “planned each charted course, each careful step along the byway.” Yes, he does it his way. The House Speaker is on a tear this week, going Sinatra on Visit Orlando after […]

Guest AuthorOctober 11, 2017
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In an effort to stifle competition from short-term rentals and maintain their ability to price gouge consumers during compression periods, the hotel lobby is pressuring government officials in states like Florida to implement regulations that would severely restrict or ban homeowners from welcoming visitors into their private residence. A recent piece penned by the hotel […]

Peter SchorschOctober 11, 2017
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Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics. By Peter Schorsch, Phil Ammann, Mitch Perry and Jim Rosica. Tuesday was a very big day for political consultants Anthony Pedicini and Tom Piccolo. The Tampa-based duo known for their sharp elbows and close connections to House leadership began the day seeing one of their clients, Daniel Perez sworn […]

Guest AuthorOctober 11, 2017
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Small businesses and entrepreneurs are facing troubling challenges due to a recent 2015 National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) decision. The decision, which muddies the water regarding who is an employer, dismantles the way small businesses work with one another and prevents entrepreneurs of all trades from following their dreams. The NLRB’s decision in the Browning-Ferris […]


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