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Jim RosicaOctober 27, 2015

A proposed constitutional amendment to give voters more control over gambling was filed Tuesday. The Voters in Charge political committee submitted the proposed language, available on the Division of Elections website. The committee is chaired by John Sowinski, who also heads the Orlando-based No Casinos anti-gambling expansion organization. The amendment would “ensure that Florida voters […]

Guest AuthorOctober 16, 2015

Everyone wants to increase the supply of renewable energy. The question is, how to do it in a way that benefits and protects consumers, regardless of their energy choices. When the so-called “solar choice” amendment was introduced, I was among those who called on its sponsors to modify their proposed amendment in a way that […]

Jim RosicaSeptember 18, 2015

A measure filed Friday would limit Florida’s appellate judges and Supreme Court justices to 12 years on the bench. It’s the first formal initiative to come out of House Speaker-Designate Richard Corcoran‘s policy playbook. The joint resolution (SJR 322) was filed by a state senator, Elkton Republican Travis Hutson. State Rep. John Wood, a Winter Haven Republican, filed […]

Jim RosicaAugust 31, 2015

The backers of a proposed constitutional amendment on solar electricity will make their case to reporters Monday morning in advance of their lawyers arguing before the Florida Supreme Court. Floridians for Solar Choice is scheduled to hold a press conference at the Florida Press Center in Tallahassee at 11 a.m. Joining them will be representatives of the Tea Party movement […]

Guest AuthorJuly 19, 2015

Most Floridians agree: Solar power is an essential part of our energy future. In fact, Florida voters might even find two solar amendments on their 2016 ballot. Be warned: There are important differences between the two ideas. One amendment, written by a group called Floridians for Solar Choice, may sound appealing at first glance. However, […]

Guest AuthorJuly 19, 2015

Most Floridians agree: Solar power is an essential part of our energy future. In fact, Florida voters might even find two solar amendments on their 2016 ballot. Be warned: There are important differences between the two ideas. One amendment, written by a group called Floridians for Solar Choice, may sound appealing at first glance. However, […]

Guest AuthorJuly 19, 2015

Floridians for Solar Choice is a legitimate grassroots citizens’ effort to give Florida residents and business owners the ability to choose solar energy and harness the power of the sun through the free market. Unfortunately, despite being the Sunshine State that choice is currently limited in Florida. Our coalition is working to place a constitutional amendment […]

Melissa RossJune 12, 2015

Saying he’s putting his money where his mouth is, Orlando trial lawyer John Morgan has sent an email to supporters announcing he’s writing a “big check for the patients who need medical marijuana.” “I’m doing it because the Legislature has ended their Session and again failed to deliver access to the suffering patients who need medical […]

Guest AuthorFebruary 5, 2014

When a politician breaks ranks and looks past the surface of an issue to take a stand that his party might not initially approve, that gets my attention. We live in an age of sound bites and tweets that offer little room for in-depth analysis or thoughtful reflection. Most would rather avoid the fight. State […]

Guest AuthorAugust 29, 2013

It may have escaped your attention since there are attempts to amend the Florida Constitution about every other day, it seems, but a new initiative aims to enshrine the Bible and the Christian faith as the foundation of government. Earlier this month, the secretary of state notified the state’s supervisors of elections that a petition […]

Tag: constitutional amendment

Group files proposed anti-gambling expansion amendment

Jim Kallinger: Make the smart solar choice

Measure would limit Florida appeal judges to 2 terms

Solar backers to hold press conference in Tallahassee

Dick Batchelor and Jim Kallinger: Floridians deserve smarter solar

Dick Batchelor and Jim Kallinger: Floridians deserve smarter solar

Tory Perfetti and Mike Antheil: Solar Choice is the smart choice

John Morgan writes “big check” for new medical marijuana push

Rick Outzen: Charlotte’s Web bill: Rep. Gaetz to the rescue

Cary McMullen: Christian group’s amendment effort an empty gesture