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Mitch PerryAugust 16, 2016

In one of Florida’s most competitive primary races taking place at the end of this month, people will have to vote without the benefit of having seen the candidates engage in a one-on-one debate. St. Petersburg attorney Ben Diamond faces former Obama Defense Department official Eric Lynn in the House District 68 Democratic primary race in Pinellas County Aug. 30. The race […]

Jim RosicaAugust 10, 2016

The winners of the congressional redistricting case are still waiting on a federal court to decide if U.S. Rep. Corrine Brown should pay their bills. Lisa Hall, spokeswoman for the plaintiffs, said “there has been no ruling … so our fee motions remain pending.” In May, the League of Women Voters of Florida, Common Cause […]

Mitch PerryJuly 26, 2016

The Florida Supreme Court’s decision a year ago to declare eight of the state’s 27 congressional districts to be drawn up in violation of the state’s constitution was greeted with delight by Democrats, and not just in Florida. Although the odds of recapturing the House of Representatives are considered extremely low this fall, House Minority […]

Jenna Buzzacco-FoersterJuly 25, 2016

Hillsborough County health care providers could see gains if Florida lawmakers were to expand health care under the Affordable Care Act. A new report by Florida Legal Services found Hillsborough County health care providers would see revenue gains if the Legislature accepted federal funding to expand coverage to uninsured, low-income adults. The report, released Monday, […]

Mitch PerryJuly 15, 2016

Bad news for folks who were psyched that Tim Tebow was announced on Thursday to be a featured speaker at the Republican National Convention in Cleveland. Like Ben Roethlisberger and Tom Brady before him, Tebow became the latest (former) pro quarterback who has disavowed any intentions that he would be speaking at Donald Trump‘s party next […]

Mitch PerryJune 20, 2016

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Eight days after the mass shooting at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando left 49 dead and an additional 53 injured in the single worst shooting incident in modern U.S. history, the Florida League of Women Voters is calling on state leaders to hold a special session to deal with two specific gun control issues by the […]

Larry GriffinJune 12, 2016

In the wake of the 2 a.m. shooting at The Pulse nightclub in Orlando, The League of Women Voters issued a news release by email Sunday morning titled “Florida Must Lead on Gun Safety,” calling for tightening background checks and “extensive, required safety training” for any gun buyers. “The time for action is NOW,” the press release […]

Jim RosicaMay 6, 2016

The winners of the congressional redistricting fight now are sending U.S. Rep. Corrine Brown their own $23,600 bill for consultants. The League of Women Voters of Florida, Common Cause and others already filed a motion for sanctions against the North Florida congresswoman for unsuccessfully challenging them in federal court. Court dockets show they’ve now added a “bill of costs” […]

Jim RosicaMay 2, 2016

The winners of the congressional redistricting fight are seeking to make Corrine Brown pay for challenging them. The League of Women Voters of Florida, Common Cause and others last week filed a motion for sanctions against the north Florida congresswoman. Brown had unsuccessfully fought the redrawing of Florida’s congressional districts. Specifically, the Jacksonville Democrat had asked the court to set aside her […]

Darryl PaulsonApril 26, 2016

In a typical election cycle, about 90 percent of House members and 70 percent of U.S. senators win re-election. As has often been noted, Americans hate Congress, but love their own representative. In the 2016 congressional election in Florida, close to half of the delegation will be replaced. As David Wasserman of the Cook Political […]

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Eric Lynn and Ben Diamond argue about who dropped ball on debates — but bottom line is, they’re not having any

Still no word on whether Corrine Brown owes redistricting plaintiffs

Nancy Pelosi thanks Florida Democrats for fighting for redistricting

Report: Changes to health care funding could have impact on Hillsborough County

Mitch Perry Report for 7.15.16 — No Tebowing in Cleveland

Florida LWV wants Legislature to convene special session to address gun control issues

League of Women Voters calls for stricter gun laws after Orlando shooting

Redistricting plaintiffs want Corrine Brown to pay for their consultants

Redistricting plaintiffs seek sanctions against Corrine Brown

Darryl Paulson: Florida’s congressional elections: The changing of the guard