Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 4.20.23
Good Thursday morning. Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava is again running with support from a Florida group that backs progressive women candidates. Ruth’s List Florida, self-described as “the state’s only organization dedicated to electing Democratic pro-choice women,” is once more behind Levine Cava’s bid for the county’s most powerful executive office. Read more…
Ruth’s List Florida endorses Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava for re-election
‘We need strong Democratic pro-choice women leading in state and local office more than ever.’Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava is again running with support from a Florida group that backs progressive women candidates. Ruth’s List Florida, self-described as “the state’s only organization dedicated to electing Democratic pro-choice women,” is once more behind Levine Cava’s bid […]
Poll: Duval County Property Appraiser’s race headed to a photo finish
The latest public poll of the Duval County Property Appraiser’s race shows it’s too close to call with four weeks left before Election Day. A University of North Florida Public Opinion Research Lab survey shows Republican Jason Fischer leads Democrat Joyce Morgan 49% to 47%. That lead is within the poll’s margin of error of […]
Legislature’s passage of 6-week abortion ban celebrated, slammed
Thursday’s passage of the “Heartbeat Protection Act” — outlawing abortions after six weeks of pregnancy — drew jubilance and fury, including shouting and demonstrating that led security to clear demonstrators from the Statehouse gallery. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the legislation Thursday evening. Both sides agree on one thing, though. It’s a historic move. Read more…
Ruth’s List backs Joyce Morgan for Duval County Property Appraiser
A statewide Democratic group is weighing in on the Duval County Property Appraiser’s race. Ruth’s List Florida is backing Jacksonville City Council member Joyce Morgan in the May 16 election. “Ruth’s List is honored to once again endorse Joyce Morgan and get behind her campaign for Duval County Property Appraiser,” said Christina Diamond, Interim CEO […]
Ruth’s List Florida endorses Robin Lockett for Tampa City Council
Ruth’s List Florida, the state’s only organization dedicated to electing Democratic pro-choice women in Florida, is endorsing Robin Lockett in the April 25 runoff for Tampa City Council, District 2. Lockett faces (sort of) incumbent Guido Maniscalco. Maniscalco currently represents District 6, and is seeking the District 2 seat to avoid term limits. District 2 […]
Here’s Brunch, a pop-up, weekend email during the 2023 Regular Session — 3.26.23
Your Sunday buffet of Florida politics, food, culture & more. Good morning and welcome back to “Brunch,” a pop-up email about the 2023 Legislative Session of the Florida Legislature, as well as other essential information about Florida politics. Read more…
Women leaders discuss challenges, Florida politics
The University of South Florida St. Petersburg welcomed five prominent female political leaders with local ties to campus Tuesday to discuss “Women and Politics in Florida.” Despite the school becoming embroiled in proposed state legislation that many believe harm diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, the panel didn’t broach the subject until the end of […]
Donna Deegan, Daniel Davis to face off in Jacksonville mayoral runoff
Jacksonville’s “elite eight” of mayoral candidates is down to a final two. Democrat Donna Deegan and Republican Daniel Davis emerged from the crowded field Tuesday night, and will square off in a May 16 General Election. Read more…
Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 3.20.23
Your morning review of the issues and players behind Florida politics. Read more…