Politico has a great article that outlines SOPA/PIPA. Will the government be able to censor the web if the bills pass? That’s the crux of the debate. Google and First Amendment scholars like Harvard’s Lawrence Tribe argue that SOPA would … Continue reading
So, while I tend to focus on Florida politics here… I dabble in some national issues. One of those is our national policy towards freedom of communication. Last year, the movie, television, music, and other entertainment industries came together and … Continue reading
In an interesting turn of events, it seems State Representative Seth McKeel likely won’t be running for Congress. McKeel was among those publicly considering running for Congressman Adam Putnam’s seat when (if?) Congressman Putnam announces his bid for Commissioner of … Continue reading
To paraphrase Jim Lowell: Washington, we have a problem. With the economy floundering in January 2009, many people are following Keynesian model asking the government to spend money to jump start the economy. The $700 billion TARP plan didn’t work, … Continue reading
With the new year started, campaign watchers have started keeping tabs on former Governor Jeb Bush. Will he or won’t he? (Run for the U.S. Senate that is). The State of Sunshine takes a look at the impact of the … Continue reading
I am in a unique position to report on the development of the post-Bush Republican Party in Northwest Florida, one of the most conservative parts of the nation. There is a strong military presence here. McCain won here, with over … Continue reading
With Election Day approaching, I wanted to take a moment to read some tea leaves and render predictions. Here are my projected winners for the Florida Congressional Districts (* = Incumbent): 1 – Jeff Miller (R)* 2 – Allen Boyd … Continue reading
The Republican Liberty Caucus of Florida has officially endorsed Republican Mark Mulligan of Panama City in his race for the US Congressional District 2 of Florida. Mark, a 6th-generation Floridian and son of two Bay County educators, is a 1979 … Continue reading
Have you been following the #dontgo movement on Twitter? I have, and it has been an excellent use of the 2-year old service. As a Florida resident I feel that this a crucial issue for our state and that the … Continue reading
Partisan liberal Democrats should have good reason to fear the candidacy of LTC Allen West. Not only is LTC West a legitimate threat to make Ron Klein a one term congressman in Florida’s 22nd Congressional District, LTC West also has … Continue reading
