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Timely Justice death penalty bill still awaits governor's decision
Gov. Rick Scott doesn't appear to be in any hurry to speed up the state's death penalty appeals process. The Timely Justice Act passed both houses of the Florida Legislature in late April, but nearly a month later, Scott has still given no indication...
Tags: Executive Branch, Prisons, Health and Safety at School, Punishment, Elections
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Gov. Rick Scott can make history by making timely call on Everglades
By simply picking up the telephone, Gov. Rick Scott can make history as the governor who saved the Florida Everglades. If he blows it, history won't be so kind. It's his call, literally. All he has to do is tell Daniel O'Keefe, chair of the South...
Tags: Executive Branch, Lake Okeechobee, Trials, Renovation, South Florida Water Management District
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Jeb Bush says better schools, immigration reform crucial for boosting US economic growth
Associated PressMACKINAC ISLAND, Mich. (AP) — Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush says improving schools and reforming immigration policy are crucial to improving the economy in Michigan and nationwide. Bush discussed the issues Wednesday during the opening session of...Tags: Immigration
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Jeb Bush among Mackinac Conference speakers
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. (AP) — A potential presidential candidate, a nationally known crusader for education reform and members of Michigan's business and political elite will be on hand this week for the Detroit Regional Chamber's policy conference on...
Tags: Executive Branch, Rick Snyder, Immigration Reform Legislation (2013), Gretchen Whitmer, Kellogg Company
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For Republicans like Rand Paul, the 2016 campaign has begun
Reuters* With no clear front-runner, Republicans jockey for position * Senator Paul seeks to show his appeal is broad enough * For Republicans, generational and ideological change looms By Samuel P. Jacobs CONCORD, New Hampshire, May 24 (Reuters) - Seeking...Tags: Tea Party Movement, U.S. Senate, Immigration Reform Legislation (2013), Ted Cruz, Gun Control
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Howard Simon: Vengeance is not justice despite what legislators say
The concept of justice was tossed around like a Frisbee during this past session of the Florida Legislature. It's a cherished value. It deserves more respect. Justice is contained in both hands of the blindfolded Roman goddess Justitia. The scales she...Tags: Executive Branch, American Civil Liberties Union, Crime, Law and Justice, Government, Politics
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Pantoja defection may signal new GOP Hispanic outreach not going well
Central Florida Political PulseThe Republican Party’s new initiatives to salvage and build upon what already had become dwindling Hispanic support is getting battered by undercurrents. In the latest manifestation of Hispanic frustration to recent conservative currents, former...Tags: Immigration, Orlando, Politics, Media Industry, Heritage Foundation
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McManus: Mother knows best
There are two things you can do for your mother on Mother's Day. One is to say "thank you." (Over lunch, with flowers.) The other is to ask her for advice — even if she's not convinced you really want it. "I don't think kids take any advice from...
Tags: Television Industry, Tea Party Movement, Bill Clinton, Newspaper and Magazine, Sarah Palin
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As Hispanic voters' numbers increase, politicians come calling
Democrats and Republicans who disagree on just about everything are in sync on one subject: If they want to win Florida's governorship next year or the presidential election in 2016, they can't afford to ignore or alienate Hispanic voters. "It's a no...
Tags: Executive Branch, U.S. House of Representatives, Minority Groups, Miami (Miami-Dade, Florida), Orlando
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Former Florida governor Jeb Bush speaks at Bluefield College
Live Video streaming by Ustream BLUEFIELD, Va. -- Former Florida governor Jeb Bush will speak Tuesday at Bluefield College. Bush is speaking at the school as part of the Shott Lecture Series. Bush’s speech is scheduled to start at 11 a.m....
Tags: Executive Branch, Government, Politics, Regional Authority, George H.W. Bush
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McManus: Let's talk GOP and fantasy politics
Almost four years ago, long before the 2012 presidential campaign heated up, CNN took a poll to learn who Republicans might choose as their party's next nominee. There were two clear front-runners: former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin and former Arkansas Gov....
Tags: Mitt Romney, Mike Huckabee, Polls, Gun Control, Joe Biden
May 27, 2013
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May 24, 2013
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May 24, 2013
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May 27, 2013
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May 14, 2013
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May 5, 2013
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May 12, 2013
|Column| Los Angeles Times
May 13, 2013
|Story| South Florida Sun-Sentinel
Apr 16, 2013
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Apr 7, 2013
|Column| Los Angeles Times
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