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Mitch PerryJune 18, 2015

The House of Representatives on Thursday narrowly OK’d the Congressional Trade Priorities and Accountability Act, which approves Trade Promotion Authority (TPA). The victory for President Barack Obama came a week after House Democrats blocked a previous attempt to approve fast-track authority, concerned that the trade deal would not do enough to protect American workers. That opposition from […]

Guest AuthorJune 11, 2015

Here in Florida, manufacturing takes on many forms. Computer and electronics production, chemical, aerospace engineering – these are just a few of the sectors in which our state’s manufacturers excel. There is one major factor – aside from the tenacity of Florida’s workforce – that has fostered such a diverse and flourishing manufacturing industry: international […]

Guest AuthorApril 16, 2014

Tuesday was Tax Day and it marked the end of one of the most stressful times of the year for small business owners and individuals alike. The task of filing taxes has become a daunting and often expensive one. I encourage lawmakers and regular citizens to stop by one of their favorite local stores and […]

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