Peter SchorschFebruary 8, 2023
3min0
'Whiskey is for drinking, water is for fighting.'
Tag: Mark TwainThe Sam M. Gibbons United States Courthouse is located at 801 North Florida Ave., in Tampa, Fla. (Brooke Johnson/Fresh Take Florida)
Peter SchorschFebruary 8, 2023
Peter SchorschJuly 29, 2020
8min541
This was not an easy edition to put together.
Guest AuthorDecember 17, 20144min185
We have known for the past 10 years that our government tortured prisoners in our war against terrorism. Our leaders told us that these were bad men, unworthy of the rights granted under the Geneva Convention. They claimed to have obtained valuable information that prevented further attacks, saved American lives and led to the killing […]
Marc YachtJuly 16, 20145min172
There is controversy as to who said, “There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies and statistics.” Perhaps Mark Twain, perhaps British Prime Minister Disraeli, but few would argue the meaning. Politicians twist data all the time and with Obamacare, the misinformation reaches new levels. While conservatives try to destroy the Affordable Care Act […]
Guest AuthorMarch 9, 20147min156
The gavel is down and the race is on. The annual session of the Florida Legislature has begun; it ends May 2. As Gov. Rick Scott delivered his fourth State of the State message, he was hoping it would not be his last. The press gallery was overflowing with members of the capitol press corps […]
Darryl PaulsonFebruary 6, 20147min182
I am going to say a dirty word. Lobbyist. I am not sure if lobbyist ranks above or below politician, but both words evoke mistrust and derision. Even more shocking, I like most lobbyists and I respect what they do. When did you last read the Constitution? I would suggest reading the First Amendment. It […]