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A.G. GancarskiAugust 23, 2018

As the GOP primary contest in the Governor’s race comes to an end, U.S. Rep. Ron DeSantis plans a “turnout tour” of the state, with an eye toward hitting six markets Monday. Events kick off Monday in Jacksonville, with a 9:00 a.m. stop at “The Local” on the Southside. From there, an 11:00 visit to “Tiffany’s Restaurant” […]

Peter SchorschAugust 23, 2018

Vivian Myrtetus is leaving as CEO of Volunteer Florida to run interference with local governments for Lime, the bike-sharing company. “I’m excited about my new role, and looking forward to promoting multiple transportation options to users across our communities at affordable rates,” Myrtetus said. She accepted the post of community affairs manager for California-based Lime, which operates in several […]

Drew WilsonAugust 23, 2018

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Republican Gov. Rick Scott has already had President Donald Trump stump for his U.S. Senate bid, and now former Gov. Jeb Bush said says more presidential support is on the way. “As a resident and former Governor of Florida, I understand the complexity and leadership it takes to serve as the chief executive of our […]

Scott PowersAugust 23, 2018

Where is Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jeff Greene these last few days before Tuesday’s primary election? Not on TV. Not out in public. The Palm Beach businessman who barreled into the race in early June and became omnipresent on TV through much of the summer is stepping out of the spotlight for the final push, his campaign […]

A.G. GancarskiAugust 23, 2018

Incumbent CFO Jimmy Patronis scored another endorsement from a business group Thursday, with the National Federation of Independent Business the latest to back the Rick Scott appointee. “Jimmy Patronis has been a steadfast supporter of small business as CFO,” said NFIB’s Florida Executive Director Bill Herrle. “As a small business owner himself, Patronis is well-versed in the issues […]

Staff ReportsAugust 23, 2018

Supporters of the proposed constitutional ban on greyhound racing have a new video ad highlighting the number of positive drug tests on dogs. The ad, posted on YouTube, asserts that “in the past decade, Florida racing greyhounds have tested drug positive more than 400 times, including 70 cocaine positives.” The ad is from Protect Dogs-Yes on 13. […]

A.G. GancarskiAugust 23, 2018

Former Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine, polling at or near the top of the field of Florida Democrats running for Governor in most recent surveys, released a closing argument TV spot Thursday that distilled the major themes of his campaign. The ad represents a real contrast to the pugnacity of recent weeks in the campaign, re-establishing […]

Michael MolineAugust 23, 2018

An appeals court Thursday agreed with the disqualification of a Madison County School Board candidate who paid his qualifying fee with a cashier’s check, instead of one drawn against his campaign account, as required by Florida law. The 1st District Court of Appeal, in an opinion by Judge James Wolf, wrote that the requirement was clear […]

Jim RosicaAugust 22, 2018

A Tallahassee judge now controls the political fate of Democratic candidate for Attorney General Ryan Torrens. Circuit Judge Karen Gievers held a bench trial Wednesday on whether to disqualify the Tampa attorney. For now, the Tampa consumer affairs attorney faces state Rep. Sean Shaw – also a Tampa lawyer – in next Tuesday’s primary election. Gievers did not say […]

Danny McAuliffeAugust 22, 2018

Philip Levine believes his primary bid for Governor will come down to the wire on Tuesday, and the winner will undoubtedly face Republican candidate Ron DeSantis. Levine spoke briefly with reporters Wednesday in the capital city, where he’ll reside if he’s victorious in the Aug. 28 primary and the following general election. Tallahassee is home […]

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Kathleen King and Joe Gruters. Image via Max Goodman.

On the road again: Six stop ‘turnout tour’ Monday for Ron DeSantis

Personnel note: Vivian Myrtetus hopping aboard Lime

Jeb Bush, George W. Bush to help boost Rick Scott’s U.S. Senate bid

Fading in polls, Jeff Greene pulls remaining TV ads

Small business group latest to endorse Jimmy Patronis for CFO

Ad: Greyhound industry has ‘no shame,’ racing ban supporters say

Philip Levine makes closing argument in ‘Florida’s Moment’ TV spot

Case closed: School Board candidate disqualified for using wrong check

Judge will now decide whether Ryan Torrens stays on ballot

Philip Levine talks home stretch in Gwen Graham and Andrew Gillum territory