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Associated PressJanuary 12, 2015

Orlando is submitting a bid to be the host city for the Copa America Centenario USA tournament in 2016. Orlando City Soccer Club, the Central Florida Sports Commission and Orlando Venues are partnering in the effort to bring the popular Latin American championship to the Orlando Citrus Bowl, and to central Florida for the first […]

Phil AmmannJanuary 12, 2015

State Rep. Ronald “Doc” Renuart brought out a wave of good news, including an extensive list of North Florida elected officials endorsing him in the race for Senate District 6. At the same time, he pronounced the launch of a new television ad directly responding to criticism of the past few weeks. Among the endorsements for […]

Mitch PerryJanuary 12, 2015

With the publication of his new book, American Dreams coming out tomorrow, expect to see and hear a lot of Marco Rubio this week. On CBS’ This Morning, the Florida Senator made appearances in both hours of the morning news show, with a longer hit in the 8 a.m. Eastern time zone block to discuss […]

Mitch PerryJanuary 12, 2015

With the publication of his new book, American Dreams coming out tomorrow, expect to see and hear a lot of Marco Rubio this week. On CBS’ This Morning, the Florida Senator made appearances in both hours of the morning news show, with a longer hit in the 8 a.m. Eastern time zone block to discuss […]

Associated PressJanuary 12, 2015

Jeb Bush called himself a “head-banging conservative” back in 1994 when he ran for governor of Florida on a promise to “club this government into submission.” He lost. Four years later, the Republican returned as a compassionate voice for education reform and society’s have-nots. He won. It’s a lesson that still shapes Bush’s approach to […]

Mitch PerryJanuary 12, 2015

It’s only the second Monday of the new year, but the jockeying for position amongst potential GOP presidential candidates for 2016 is in full flower. The big news in this saga was Mitt Romney’s meeting on Friday in Manhattan with around 30 former supporters, where Mittens made sure to let them know that he is […]

Phil AmmannJanuary 11, 2015

Jacksonville wants change and opportunity, says the latest email from Republican candidate Lenny Curry, who is in “full swing” and ready to make his bid for Mayor official this week. Change and leadership are exactly what Curry is promising voters he will bring to the mayor’s office, as he announces a qualifying kickoff event on Wednesday. […]

Phil AmmannJanuary 9, 2015

Republican state Rep. Travis Hutson received new endorsements today from two local leaders, who are also military veterans, in his bid for Senate District 6. Former St. Johns County Commission chair Mark Miner and former Commissioner Ray Quinn, each announced their support of Hutson in a statement released Friday. Hutson, who currently serves House District […]

Mitch PerryJanuary 9, 2015

Though political ideology rarely surfaces in your typical Tampa City Council meeting, the fact of the matter is the current seven-member board is represented exclusively by Democrats at the moment. That may change in March, though, when the leading contender to succeed Charlie Miranda in the District 6 race is engineer Jackie Toledo, a registered […]

Mitch PerryJanuary 9, 2015

Though political ideology rarely surfaces in your typical Tampa City Council meeting, the fact of the matter is the current seven-member board is represented exclusively by Democrats at the moment. That may change in March, though, when the leading contender to succeed Charlie Miranda in the District 6 race is engineer Jackie Toledo, a registered […]

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Orlando bidding to host international soccer tournament

Doc Renuart announces endorsements, new ad and jabs Travis Hutson in SD 6 race

Marco Rubio calls Jeb Bush & Mitt Romney "formidable," but says he can compete

Marco Rubio calls Jeb Bush & Mitt Romney “formidable,” but says he can compete

Eyeing 2016, Jeb Bush applies old lesson from Florida run

Mitch Perry Report for 1.12.15 – GOP presidential aspirants go at it early

Email insights: Lenny Curry makes it official, promises change, leadership

More local leaders endorse Travis Hutson for SD 6

Jeff Brandes & Dana Young help fundraise for Tampa Council candidate Jackie Toledo

Jeff Brandes & Dana Young help fundraise for Tampa Council candidate Jackie Toledo