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Bob SparksAugust 28, 2014

A few weeks ago this space looked at 10 Florida counties that will ultimately decide this fall’s election for governor and Cabinet. Former Gov. Charlie Crist is widely expected to dominate the vote totals from these counties, with the only question being by how much. The theory, supported by history, is the candidate that can […]

Guest AuthorAugust 6, 2014

No one yelled “go back where you came from.” No one made political speeches. There were no hateful protests in the hot sun. No one even grumbled. Instead, we slipped aside to make room for them for the three-hour trip back to Key West from the Dry Tortugas. Clean clothes, food, water, a promise of […]

Guest AuthorJuly 30, 2014

On July 12 Israeli troops entered the Gaza Strip and began their operation to stop Hamas from attempting to destroy the Jewish state one rocket at a time and there’s no indication that the fighting will end soon. As each day passes, Israel’s “Operation Defensive Edge” is becoming a bloody, devastating war. The result is […]

Peter SchorschJuly 28, 2014

While upsets in sports are generally enjoyed by the masses (some opponents included!) and provide excellent fodder for inspirational stories and movies, the same is not true in electoral contests — at least according to a new study out of the University of Georgia. To the contrary, the study finds that people who backed a […]

Adam WeinsteinJuly 9, 2014

Perhaps we’re so jaded today that we just assume all politicians are brazen opportunists. But Gov. Rick Scott’s campaign turned the opportunism up to 11 this week, all for a cheap “tough on crime” photo shoot. At a re-election campaign appearance in Tampa Monday, Scott burnished his law enforcement record, complete with a cadre of […]

Peter SchorschJuly 2, 2014

In a one-two punch from the Tampa Bay Times, columnists John Romano and Daniel Ruth both blame the lack of competitive legislative races this election cycle on the redistricting process. They believe gerrymandering has turned the system into an anti-Democratic incumbent protection plan. There’s no denying the lack of competitive (never mind interesting) legislative races […]

Marc YachtJuly 2, 2014

Happy Birthday America — 238 years old and going strong! One cannot deny the nation’s power and strength. America has survived its worst politicians. Thankfully, there have also been some good ones, including 56 nervous patriots who signed the Declaration of Independence on July 2, 1776. George Washington, the Father of our country, had a […]

Marc YachtJune 25, 2014

Obama not born in the United States! Donald Trump has indisputable proof. He produced photos proving the President is an alien brought here from the planet Krypton. Amid wild cheers from fellow Republicans, Trump gave credit to his investigative team who worked tirelessly searching documents and old newspaper clippings. “Obama’s real name is Kal-El rocketed […]

Guest AuthorJune 12, 2014

A political earthquake shook D.C. this week with the upset primary defeat of GOP Majority Whip Eric Cantor of Virginia. Cantor, who outspent his opponent 10 to 1, lost what was regarded as one of the GOP’s safest seats to David Brat, an economics professor at George Mason University and political novice. He was favored […]

Guest AuthorApril 27, 2014

Many political offices come with a high public profile and considerable power. The higher the office, the greater the power and the higher the profile. Those with great wealth often spend millions to either get an office for themselves or control someone who occupies one. Some megabuck zillionaires purchase sports teams for fun, but some […]

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Bob Sparks: After primaries, dynamics of governor’s race remain unchanged

Linda Cunningham: The United States should put children before politics

Steve Kurlander: Israeli offensive in Gaza is justified warfare against terrorism

Peter Schorsch: Supporters of losing candidate lose trust in process, study says

Adam Weinstein: Scott owes an apology to the cops his campaign duped

Peter Schorsch: Don’t blame gerrymandering for lack of competitive races

Marc Yacht: Happy Birthday America! More prosperity lies ahead

Marc Yacht: Trump’s investigators discover shocking news about Obama!!!

Steve Kurlander: Cantor’s defeat shows Americans are disgusted with D.C.

John Grant: Rich people can buy political office or the person who occupies it