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Staff ReportsJanuary 8, 2019

With a tip of the hat to LobbyTools, here are the latest movements – both on and off – of the Florida House staffing merry-go-round. On: Alisa Bergmann is the new district secretary for Macclenny Republican Rep. Chuck Brannan. On: Stephanie Kreps is the new district secretary for St. Petersburg Republican Rep. Nick DiCeglie. Off: Kim Timm is no […]

Drew WilsonDecember 18, 2018

Five more incumbent state representatives — three Democrats and two Republicans — have opened campaign accounts to run again in 2020. Among those filing their paperwork last week were three members of the 2018 freshman class in the House: — Riverview Democratic Rep. Adam Hattersley. — Lauderdale Lakes Democratic Rep. Anika Omphroy. — Howey in […]

Guest AuthorNovember 19, 2018

Given all the controversy surrounding Florida’s elections and vote recounts, it’s easy to miss the real Election Day surprise — the gains made by black women vying for state legislative seats. These down-ballot victories often get overlooked when compared to top-of-ticket races or controversial ballot initiatives that draw voter interest. Winning seats in the Florida […]

Peter SchorschJune 23, 2018

A noon Friday deadline to make the ballot for a state legislative seat has come and gone, and 25 incumbent lawmakers (and two fresh faces) have already punched their tickets to Tallahassee. Of the 27 races that are now officially over, Republicans won a half-dozen. Most notable among that crowd is incoming House Speaker Jose […]

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