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Mitch PerryOctober 8, 2015

While Washington D.C. reels in the aftermath of House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy‘s announcement that he is dropping out of the race to replace John Boehner as Speaker of the House, Democrats are sitting on the sidelines, enjoying the show. “Republican dysfunction in the House of Representatives is preventing Congress from taking action to help middle […]

Mitch PerryOctober 6, 2015

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For those who were hoping that the Republican Party of Florida’s Sunshine Summit next month might be a flop, time to move along now. The RPOF on Tuesday announced that Ohio Gov. John Kasich and former Pennsylvania Sen. Rick Santorum are the latest GOP candidates who will participate in the party’s Sunshine Summit, to be […]

Mitch PerrySeptember 21, 2015

When members of the Republican Party of Florida’s executive committee convene via a telephone conference call Tuesday night, one of the most controversial items on their agenda is already getting bad reviews from at least one faction within the state GOP, RPOF officials confirmed last week that the committee will discuss excluding some of the biggest […]

Jim RosicaSeptember 2, 2015

Republican presidential candidate Lindsey Graham on Wednesday called fellow GOP candidate Donald Trump‘s solution to destroy the Islamic State militant and terrorist group “the biggest recruiting opportunity in the (group’s) history.” Graham, a U.S. senator from South Carolina, appeared on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” program. He also said he agreed with former Vice President Dick Cheney, who was on […]

Ryan RayAugust 4, 2015

As first reported by Florida Politics, the Republican Party of Florida is holding its first ever “Sunshine Summit” in order to showcase presidential candidates and expose them to Florida’s strategic voters about 100 days out from the March 15, 2016 primaries. More details emerged early Tuesday afternoon as RPOF Chairman Blaise Ingoglia announced that former Vice President Dick Cheney will be on […]

Peter SchorschJuly 9, 2015

With all due respect to serious prayer, I just have to say what is on the mind of every political pundit in the state or anyone who loves reading about Florida politics. As U.S. Rep. Alan Grayson (D-No Filter Whatsoever) enters the race for U.S. Senate, we are thrilled. Yes, we are all bowing our […]

Marc YachtMay 26, 2015

“The truth will set you free!” Whether a believer or doubter, none can deny the wisdom from John 8:32. Few need to heed the call more than America’s politicians. Both parties are guilty of using lies and deceit to acquire votes and power. Such mendacity undermines American institutions and way of life. The United States […]

Ryan RayMay 11, 2015

A battle between two Republicans is shaping up in Polk County-based House District 41, where Winter Haven Rep. John Wood won’t stand for re-election in 2016 because of term limits. To date, the open seat has attracted Polk County Commissioner Ed Smith as well as Sam Killebrew, a retired contractor who joined the race — a la Dick Cheney — after recruiting and […]

Ryan RayFebruary 3, 2015

With Mitt Romney out and Hillary Clinton looking like the most prohibitive primary favorite in recent memory, Jeb Bush’s top campaign aide roles have become key elements of the 2016 speculative fray. Former press secretary to Dick Cheney and Republican political consultant Juleanna Glovere reasons that the former Florida governor is likely to pick women to fill top leadership […]

Ryan RayFebruary 3, 2015

With Mitt Romney out and Hillary Clinton looking like the most prohibitive primary favorite in recent memory, Jeb Bush’s top campaign aide roles have become key elements of the 2016 speculative fray. Former press secretary to Dick Cheney and Republican political consultant Juleanna Glovere reasons that the former Florida governor is likely to pick women to fill top leadership […]

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RPOF idea to exclude wayward presidential candidates from primary slammed

Lindsey Graham: Donald Trump plan is ‘biggest recruiting opportunity’ for Islamic State

Dick Cheney to headline Florida GOP’s “Sunshine Summit” dinner in November

Peter Schorsch: Thanks, God, for Alan Grayson!

Marc Yacht: Nation still paying for George W. Bush's Iraq obsession

Race to succeed John Wood heats up in Polk County House district

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Jeb Bush: a GOP woman's best friend