Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government.

Marc YachtFebruary 24, 2015

When those who make it rain suddenly give out umbrellas, we can only shake our head and look skyward. The Republicans have decided to take on income disparities. Jeb Bush, a GOP presidential hopeful railed about income equality. “The opportunity gap is the defining issue of our time….” Of course as expected, President Barack Obama received the […]

Daniel TilsonFebruary 22, 2015

On behalf of ALEC, the American Legislative Exchange Council, I want to thank you, especially you, Governor-elect Scott, for having me here. What can I say? Jobs are first, last and everything. Jobs. J. O. B. S. Create enough more jobs – the right kind – and drive down those ugly unemployment numbers, and you’re […]

Marc YachtFebruary 18, 2015

Debates are often driven by data, and each side of the issue will find figures supporting its position. Can such rhetoric be trusted? No! The misuse of data can be shown with job growth claims on both sides of the aisle. Unemployment rates top the list of voter concerns. In Democratic states the Ds will […]

Shannon NickinsonFebruary 16, 2015

Judy Bense was the one who brought it home. On Thursday, the business and educational communities got together to announce a new collaborative program called Greater Pensacola Career Pathways. The initiative is a partnership that looks at economic development through the lens of the education system with an eye toward building a strong, educated workforce […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 10, 2015

Governor Scott, Excuse my impertinence, but I’m talking to you. Today, a Quinnipiac poll shows that more Floridians disapprove of your performance as governor than approve of it, this despite the fact that you just spent $80 million burnishing your TV image and Floridians’ generally sunny outlook about the future of the Sunshine State. How […]

Guest AuthorFebruary 4, 2015

The loss of Gov. Rick Scott’s candidate for chairman of the Republican Party of Florida has spawned a lot of punditry minimizing his importance. But Scott is actually more important than ever. He is creating a road map to victory in Florida for any Republican presidential candidate through sound and successful policies that have righted […]

Jac VerSteegFebruary 4, 2015

Let’s connect the dots between a few headlines. From the Feb. 3 Palm Beach Post: “Land lacking for new homes.” From the Feb. 2 Palm Beach Post: “Avenir leader: Let’s talk plan out.” And from the Jan. 30 South Florida Sun Sentinel: “Inquiry backs up Palm Beach County’s handling of Ag Reserve Development.” When you […]

Phil AmmannJanuary 12, 2015

As any good politician will tell you, success rarely comes on its own. From campaigns to legislative office, politics takes teamwork. Lots and lots of teamwork. And that means opportunities! For those wanting to make a mark in politics – or aspire to an exciting career that matters – Florida Politics is launching a new […]

Guest AuthorOctober 2, 2014

Although some critics have cited Atlantic City in opposing limited additional gaming options, the Florida Legislature has studied the gaming issue quite deliberately and pointed out major differences between Atlantic City and anything that is being considered in Florida. At no point has the Legislature even discussed anything more than perhaps one or two integrated […]

Marc Yacht: Is the GOP having a wage fairness epiphany?

Daniel Tilson: Florida GOP's secret 2010 post-election economic training

Marc Yacht: What's really going on with jobs?

Shannon Nickinson: Career planning starts at 13, not 23

Peter Schorsch: Gov. Scott and D-list team fail at policy, people & process

Joe Gruters: Forget pundits, Rick Scott matters because results matter

Jac Wilder VerSteeg: Why environmentalists always lose in the end

Florida Politics launches new political jobs listing section

Tom Feeney: Florida will get gaming right — and be better for it