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Peter SchorschFebruary 8, 2015

Mitt Romney opposed the government’s rescue of U.S. automakers. So did Jeb Bush. Both worked in finance and backed the Wall Street bailout. Both are advocates of tax cuts that Democrats contend only benefit the wealthy and big business. While the first actual votes of the next presidential campaign may be a year away, Democrats […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 8, 2015

Despite his impending book tour with its planned trips to Iowa and Nevada, an increasing number of signs point to U.S. Senator Marco Rubio forgoing a full-scale presidential run, seeking re-election in 2016 and running for Florida governor in 2018. In early January, devout Rubio-watcher Marc Caputo of Politico wrote that there is “increasing political chatter that Rubio is well-positioned to run […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 8, 2015

Despite his impending book tour with its planned trips to Iowa and Nevada, an increasing number of signs point to U.S. Senator Marco Rubio forgoing a full-scale presidential run, seeking re-election in 2016 and running for Florida governor in 2018. In early January, devout Rubio-watcher Marc Caputo of Politico wrote that there is “increasing political chatter that Rubio is well-positioned to run […]

A.G. GancarskiFebruary 7, 2015

It is official: Lenny Curry won the Mayoral Straw Poll at the First Coast Tea Party Hob Nob going away, thus raising more questions about the viability of Bill Bishop, the other Republican in the race. The numbers we are hearing: Curry got 61%, Bill Bishop just 21%, and Alvin Brown and Omega Allen got 13% and 5% […]

Melissa RossFebruary 7, 2015

On the heels of Lenny Curry’s announcement that he’s passed the $2 million mark in campaign contributions, Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown is announcing he’s edging very close to the same figure. Brown Deputy Campaign Manager Fabien Levy says the mayor’s re-elect effort has now raised a total of $1,903,370. January donations directly to Brown’s campaign […]

Phil AmmannFebruary 7, 2015

U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson is looking towards 2018, as the Florida Democrat sent an email fundraising blast on Thursday that shows he may not be ready to give up quite yet, despite speculation he will not seek re-election. In the email, Nelson decries the loss of “some really good common-sense senators” in last year’s election […]

Guest AuthorFebruary 7, 2015

February is national Career and Technical Education month and across the country, educators and counselors are preparing America’s next generation of skilled workers. In just a few months, students will graduate from high school and many aren’t sure of their next step. Florida’s construction contractors face a related but different problem; a major shortage of […]

Ryan RayFebruary 7, 2015

House Majority Leader Dana Young and fellow Republican Rep. Jeanette Nuñez are set to hold a fundraiser this month in Tallahassee following a full day of committee hearings next week. Among the all-ladies cast of hosts are several fixtures on the Capitol scene: Lindy Kennedy, Carole Duncanson, Sandra Mortham and Marty Bowen will all be on hand to celebrate the dynamic […]

Ryan RayFebruary 6, 2015

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State Rep. Reggie Fullwood will hold an event on Saturday, February 7 wherein friendly voters will accompany their representative to the polls and cast their votes on the first day of Early Voting in a District 13 special election. Fullwood is facing what should amount to token opposition from Republican Lawrence “Jeff” Jefferson in a deeply blue portion […]

Ryan RayFebruary 6, 2015

State Rep. Reggie Fullwood will hold an event on Saturday, February 7 wherein friendly voters will accompany their representative to the polls and cast their votes on the first day of Early Voting in a District 13 special election. Fullwood is facing what should amount to token opposition from Republican Lawrence “Jeff” Jefferson in a deeply blue portion […]

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Supporters celebrate the opening of a wheel-chair accessible playground at Anastasia State Park. Image via Florida State Parks Foundation.

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The ultimate case against ‘Marco Rubio for Governor’

The ultimate case against 'Marco Rubio for Governor'

Lenny Curry Trounces Bill Bishop at the First Coast Tea Party Hob Nob Straw Poll

Alvin Brown now at $1.9 million in campaign contributions

Email insights: Bill Nelson casts eye on 2018, to fight “avalanche of cash”

Steve Cona III: Construction industry offers opportunity for many

Dana Young, Jeanette Nunez to hold joint fundraiser in Tallahassee

Reggie Fullwood campaign to host “Vote with Reggie” event to kick off Early Voting

Reggie Fullwood campaign to host "Vote with Reggie" event to kick off Early Voting