“Republicans have made their values clear: Voting is a right for some, not all Floridians,” reads the headline on the release. “Republicans want to have a two-tiered reentry to society for those that have served their time,” said Terrie Rizzo, Florida Democratic Party chair. (Read more in FloridaPolitics.com)
DetailsOnce again the Florida Legislature has earned a reputation of gutting citizen initiatives. This time, they have ignored the 5.2 million Floridians who voted for Amendment 4. The Florida Senate passed a measure that would require repayment of financial obligations before felons’ rights could be restored. The financial obligations would be considered completed if they are…
DetailsThe 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…
DetailsTo 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…
DetailsWith 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)
DetailsWith the Florida Senate confirming Governor DeSantis’s disastrous pick for the head of HCA, Florida Republicans have joined Governor DeSantis in promoting partisanship over the health of Florida’s families. In response to the alarming news that ‘Mary Mayhem’ was confirmed, Terrie Rizzo, chair of the Florida Democratic Party issued the following statement: “Mary Mayhew will…
DetailsThe Florida House of Representatives has passed on a party-line vote SB 7030, a bill that would allow the arming of teachers in schools. The House vote happened one day after news outlets reported that a school resource officer’s gun accidentally went off at Weightman Middle School in Wesley Chapel. The bill is now headed…
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With days left before the legislative session ends Friday, the Senate sponsor of a proposal aimed at carrying out a constitutional amendment on felons’ voting rights said he worked all weekend to reach what he called a compromise with his House counterpart. But Senate Democrats are still opposed to the measure, which they believe creates…
DetailsThis weekend there was another senseless attack, this time at a synagogue in California, with the weapon of terrorist choice, the AR-15. There is NO reason why this weapon is available for any purpose other than mass attacks. But our Florida legislature is controlled by special interests who will do everything in their power to…
DetailsPeterffy, who gave $310,000 to DeSantis’ campaign last year, is hardly the only person who could profit off a bill that would expand two toll roads and build one new one through rural parts of Florida. Road builders, home builders, engineers and other interests are poised to reap billions by what would be Florida’s…
DetailsVoter registration is a key strategy that gets a lot of attention during election years. But not so much attention in off-years. This year is different. “Charlotte Democratic Party and Indivisible Action SWFLA are partnering to train volunteers to register voters,” says Nancy Razvoza, Presidentof the Charlotte Democratic Club. “The goal is for trained volunteers…
DetailsA judge has given former Trump confidant Roger Stone permission to travel to Naples and Sarasota in May for “business opportunities.” U.S. District Judge Amy Jackson granted permission for Stone to make both trips as he awaits trial on charges stemming from Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation. (Read more on NBC-2.com)
DetailsThe Florida House has passed a high-profile Republican bill requiring local law enforcement agencies to cooperate with federal immigration authorities and banning so-called “sanctuary city” policies that shield immigrants who are arrested. (Read more at NBCNews.com)
DetailsU.S. Sen. Rick Scott is co-sponsoring a bill to expedite the exportation of liquid natural gas (LNG), an outcome that would benefit companies in his multi-million dollar personal investment portfolio. Scott (R-FL) and his wife own hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of stock in two companies that supply, or are seeking to supply, piped…
DetailsA sizable group of prominent Florida business owners joined the chorus of opposition for a so-called “Sanctuary Cities” ban. The letter (available here) was released today by FWD.us and signed by 44 business and community leaders and says Florida needs immigrants in its workforce. (Read more in FloridaPolitics.com)
DetailsFriday evening’s reception and dinner are being held at a publicly undisclosed location, with a high entry price: $500 for the reception and $2,800, the maximum allowable campaign contribution, for the reception plus dinner. (Read more in FloridaPolitics.com)
DetailsThe article below was posted by Commissioner Fried on April 17, 2019 It’s no secret that I don’t look like, sound like, or walk in the same boots as Florida’s previous Commissioners of Agriculture. As the first woman elected to this position, and as a Democrat of Jewish faith, I grew up in urban South…
DetailsThe report from special counsel Robert Mueller on his investigation into Russian election interference has been publicly released. Some minor redactions were made, but this is a good first step to having transparency. The full report can be downloaded here
DetailsThere are two weeks remaining in the 2019 Florida State Legislature. Enough time to do immense harm. Listed are bills that must be stopped. HB refers to a House Bill. Call Rep. Michael Grant, 850-717-5075 SB refers to a Senate Bill. Call Sen. Bill Albritton, 863-534-0073, Call Sen. Joe Gruters, 850-487-5023 NO: HB 7093/SB 7030…
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