Associated Industries of Florida Opposes Gaming Compact
The state’s pari-mutuel industry, already united in opposing Gov. Charlie Crist’s gambling deal with the Seminole Tribe, is expected to gain an influential new ally next week – Associated Industries of Florida. The business organization plans to announce Monday that it will fight Crist’s deal, siding with the 27 horse- and dog-tracks and jai-alai frontons [...]
Tom Patton: Why I’m Voting For Art Graham
Of the candidates seeking to win the 8th District seat in the Florida Senate, my choice is Art Graham. Art, in my mind, will best represent the interests of the district. Art has been a longtime resident of the district, which to me is important. But more than just living here, he has been a [...]
Jeter Breaks Gehrig’s Hit Record
NEW YORK — Years from now, the story will sound implausible. But Dick Groch swears to its validity. The Yankees had the sixth pick in the annual draft of amateur players in 1992 and were debating whether to take Stanford outfielder Jeffrey Hammonds or a high school shortstop from Michigan named Derek Jeter. The prevailing [...]
Health Care Uproar Drowns Out Global Warming
WASHINGTON – The August uproar over health care reform almost muted public discourse over global warming, a climate phenomenon that holds serious implications for the nation. But the health care din hasn’t quelled the fight among supporters and opponents of a House bill dealing with energy and climate change as combatants anticipate consideration of a [...]
Commission Wants Tougher Ethics Laws
Responding to criticism that Florida’s ethics laws are too weak, the state panel charged with enforcing those laws wants Florida legislators to make sweeping changes in the coming year. Among the changes: A requirement that the governor and other top state officials place their investments in a blind trust as well as a tough new [...]
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