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Guest AuthorAugust 17, 2015

In 1977, President Jimmy Carter formally established the U.S. Department of Energy, with (among other things) the goal of making America energy independent. The idea was that there’s an undeniable connection between our energy security and our national security. We’ve pursued that laudable goal in a variety of ways: the development of traditional fossil fuels, […]

Peter SchorschJuly 5, 2015

It was probably about dozen or so years ago when I first realized this. I recall an interview with a military advisor on Fox News who was describing how amazingly awesome the war in the Middle East was going. “So, General, is this among the best military operations you have ever witnessed?” “Tell us just […]

Guest AuthorNovember 24, 2014

The information technology field in Florida and across the country has been expanding rapidly with innovative technologies and services hitting the market all the time. Our banks, large retailers and, most importantly, our state government depend on this ever-growing field. And while we will be addressing many issues this legislative session, we need to keep […]

Guest AuthorJune 12, 2014

I am not a liberal, just a Florida Cracker. That is why I am voting for Amendment 1, the Water and Land Conservation Amendment. I support Amendment 1 because without raising new taxes it will enhance drinking water sources, manage fish and wildlife habitats, add and restore lands, protect beaches and shores, and maintain state and […]

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Mable Butler poses with Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer. Image via Dyer.

Sal Nuzzo: Energy Security, Economic Security, National Security

Peter Schorsch: POLITICO takes hard swing at softball Alan Grayson

Tom Feeney: Florida’s policy for state tech contracts should be reformed

Allison DeFoor: Florida-loving conservatives should support Amendment 1