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You cannot make this stuff up. House Republicans have ordered Chick-fil-A for the caucus today as the body works through the final day of legislative session. For those living under a rock, the Georgia based fast food restaurant is pretty controversial and have polarized opinion across the country. In the future, maybe a Florida based […]
The legislature’s attempted power grab regarding High School athletics and activities in the state appears to have been averted for 2013. The Senate we are told is unlikely to hear the legislation today. Senator Kelli Stargel had pushed the measure which passed the House 89-26 with bi-parsitan support before a public backlash ensued. This website […]
Just as machines have infinitely multiplied human muscle power throughout history, technology is infinitely multiplying human brain power today. So say MIT professors Andrew McAfee and Erik Brynjolfsson in their book, “Race Against the Machine.” Moreover, they say the digital revolution is only half completed. When it comes to technology’s ability to replace workers, “We […]
We’ve heard for many years of the desire of many in the oil business to explore the possibility of leases in the Big Cypress National Preserve and in other parts of SW Florida. Today, the News-Press has reported that a DEP permit has been sought for drilling by a Texas based company on cattle grazing […]
From the Sun Sentinel.
By Steven Kurlander kurly@stevenkurlander.com There’s a young, brash new sheriff in DC town, a very smart gunslinger. He’s come on a mission to reform dysfunction conservative politics in Washington and reposition a lackluster and devolving GOP back in the “right” direction. While most freshmen Senators historically have been expected to lay low and work […]
This video featuring Rep. Ed Hooper (R-Clearwater) shot earlier this month demonstrates his apprehension about giving Rick Scott the amount of dollars he requested for economic incentives. Thanks to Amy Ritter and Florida Watch Action for this video and all the great work they have done during session!
Governor Scott did the right thing yesterday when he vetoed the male chauvinistic, anti-women and anti-family Alimony legislation which had passed both houses with bi-partisan support. One can only speculate as to the motivation of legislators to pass such a horrible piece of legislation but that speculation can be left to others. The bottom line […]
As part of the continuing celebration of the 500th anniversary of the first European landing in the state, Florida Trend has this excellent story on the Mission culture in northern Florida. Those of you visiting Tallahassee for session should check out Mission San Luis which is one of the least publicized but greatest historic treasures […]
