The outcome of the vote in the Florida State House this week was a foregone conclusion: A proposal to allow teachers to carry firearms in school would easily win approval. But that did not mean the debate would not be long and emotional, as Democrats implored Republicans in the majority to consider the possible risks
To the surprise of no one, the Florida Legislature boosted the fortunes of private schools this week as the House approved a new voucher program without a thought to whether those schools are doing a good job of teaching kids. The new program is aimed at middle-class families, and it’ll draw up to $130 million directly from
With the 2019 city elections coming in November, Council Member and former Vice Mayor Gary Wein has opted not to run for re-election. Rounding out his second term as the District 3 representative, Wein made the announcement at Wednesday’s City Council Meeting. (Read more in Sun)