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Julie DelegalMarch 3, 2015

And you thought the Obamacare web rollout had problems. Computer malfunctions, brand new curriculum standards and unparalleled stress have characterized the debut of the new Florida Standards Assessments. But could Florida’s testing debacle be alleviated by a stroke of the governor’s pen? On Monday, 36 of Florida’s 67 counties – more than half – experienced […]

Bruce RitchieMarch 3, 2015

House and Senate leaders touted water policy during opening speeches of the legislative session while Gov. Rick Scott again said he’s proposing more than required under Amendment 1. And House Speaker Steve Crisafulli warned that he’s reluctant to support an increase in land-buying despite Amendment 1, the water and land conservation funding initiative approved by […]

James CallMarch 3, 2015

Gov. Rick Scott artfully wrapped his approach to government in a cherished American value as he delivered the annual State of the State speech to open the 2015 Legislative Session. “I believe we are the best place in the country and the world to make dreams come true,” Scott said. “I call this Florida Exceptionalism.” […]

James CallMarch 3, 2015

Gov. Rick Scott artfully wrapped his approach to government in a cherished American value as he delivered the annual State of the State speech to open the 2015 Legislative Session. “I believe we are the best place in the country and the world to make dreams come true,” Scott said. “I call this Florida Exceptionalism.” […]

Phil AmmannMarch 3, 2015

Hours away from the start of the annual 60-day Legislative Session, and the Florida Democratic Party already had a prediction. For them, it is as if the next two months will never happen. “Empty words for middle class, handouts for special interests,” leads the latest FDP email blast to supporters, blowing the Democratic dog whistle […]

Martin DyckmanMarch 2, 2015

A bit of ancient wisdom in the legal profession holds that if the facts are against you, argue the law. If the law is against you, argue the facts. And if both the facts and law are against you? Argue jurisdiction: tell the court that it has no business hearing the case. Secretary of State […]

Martin DyckmanMarch 2, 2015

A bit of ancient wisdom in the legal profession holds that if the facts are against you, argue the law. If the law is against you, argue the facts. And if both the facts and law are against you? Argue jurisdiction: tell the court that it has no business hearing the case. Secretary of State […]

Phil AmmannMarch 2, 2015

The newest chapter of the “4th Floor Files” features lobbyist Darrick McGhee of Johnson & Blanton. McGhee, with more than 13 years of experience in government, was the former Director of Legislative Affairs in the Executive Office of Gov. Rick Scott. Significant other? Children? Grandkids? Happily married to Tikia McGhee (12 years); Two children: Darrick […]

Christine Jordan SextonMarch 2, 2015

First District Court of Appeal Judge Nikki Ann Clark is retiring effective June 1. In an interview with Florida Politics, Clark said she has been a judge 22 years and before that worked as an attorney for 17 years. “That’s enough,” said Clark, 63. “It’s time to turn that page and start that new chapter.” […]

Phil AmmannMarch 1, 2015

Before the gavel falls on Tuesday to open Florida’s 2015 Legislative Session, before Gov. Rick Scott gives his annual State of the State missive, there is a final blast from the Tallahassee “river of green.” “Old Corruptible” makes its last hurrah, before falling silent for the next 60 days. Today, editorial cartoonist Bill Day casts […]

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Julie Delegal: Gov. Scott, give kids a break from computer-plagued tests

Session openers: Rick Scott touts enviro spending, Steve Crisafulli warns against land-buying

Rick Scott boasts "Florida Exceptionalism" in State of the State address

Rick Scott boasts “Florida Exceptionalism” in State of the State address

Email insights: Democrats blow the dog whistle for 2015 Session

Martin Dyckman: Rick Scott is rich, and the disclosure law is poor

Martin Dyckman: Rick Scott is rich, and the disclosure law is poor

4th Floor Files talks to Darrick McGhee about marriage, less government and fiscal conservatism

1st DCA Judge Nikki Ann Clark announces June 1 retirement

Bill Day's latest: Old Corruptible