Political Ponderings - One Woman's Opinion
Does the Florida Legislature stonewall all constitutional amendments that pass or just the ones started by citizens’ initiatives? We have numerous ways for our state Constitution to be amended. Of course, the Legislature can...
read moreThe biggest winner of the Nov. 4 election was Amendment 1. Not only was it the only one of three amendments on the ballot to pass, but it also passed with an incredible 75...
read moreWith the election about a month away, we’re all getting our fill of political ads, newspaper articles, direct mail pieces and poll results on various candidates running for office. Getting less attention, so far,...
read moreCommon Core politics indeed makes strange bedfellows. Some of the most conservative Tea Party members are on the same side of the issue as some of the most liberal voters, although not really for...
read moreBy PAULA DOCKERY Syndicated Columnist It’s official. This year’s gubernatorial matchup is between current Gov. Rick Scott, who wants to keep the office, and former Gov. Charlie Crist, who wants to reoccupy it. There...
read moreAs a lifelong Republican and a legislator for many years, I have seen a disturbing change in the Republican Party of Florida, its policies and its tone. I’m particularly troubled by the willingness, if...
read moreOn the campaign trail, Gov. Rick Scott launched his latest themed tour. This one is pleasantly named “Let’s Keep Florida Beautiful.” What a lovely thought! His initiative includes: $50 million a year for...
read moreThere are two constitutional amendments that have made their way to the November ballot. Both were proposed by citizen initiative and both enjoy widespread voter popularity. So far, no legislative-proposed constitutional amendments are set...
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