Net worth up for most lawmakers; Michael Bileca tops House

Net worth up for most lawmakers; Michael Bileca tops House

By JIM TURNER  / THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDATHE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, July 24, 2014 — For most state lawmakers, 2013 was another good year financially, regardless of party. Still, those with an “R” affixed to their names are doing better, in general, when it comes to the bottom line thanks mostly to stronger housing and stock markets.Updated financial-disclosure reports for 2013 were due July 1. […]

Miami-Dade Dems wage full House battle with 6 challengers

Miami-Dade Dems wage full House battle with 6 challengers

Thank goodness for the Miami-Dade Democratic Party! Our loyal, local blues turned what could have been a ho-hum year of mid-term elections with very few challenges at the state level into a full House partisan battle. Que fun! Now it’s a party. Dade Dems Chairwoman Annette Taddeo-Goldstein will publicly announce Tuesday, after a press release […]

Some pols toss turkeys; Adam Putnam flings Florida fruit

Some pols toss turkeys; Adam Putnam flings Florida fruit

It’s that awkward time of year between Thanksgiving and Christmas when politicians find its too late to give away turkeys and too early to distribute holiday gift baskets or toys to needy families. So let’s pass around some fresh Florida produce. Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam will visit two senior centers in Miami-Dade this week to […]