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Amendment 2 Shows Downward Momentum in New Poll

WFLA and SurveyUSA released a poll late on Tuesday which shows Amendment 2, a proposal to expand medical marijuana use, continuing to struggle to reach 60 percent, the threshold it needs to pass on the November ballot.

The poll shows 52 percent of likely voters support Amendment 2 while 33 percent oppose it and 14 percent remain undecided. Two weeks ago, the WFLA/SurveyUSA showed the measure with 56 percent support to 31 percent opposed. SurveyUSA stressed the poll was taken during Rosh Hashanah which could factor into its results.

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Charlie Crist Leads Rick Scott in WFLA/SurveyUSA Poll

WFLA and SurveyUSA released a poll late Tuesday evening which shows former Gov. Charlie Crist taking 46 percent and Gov. Rick Scott behind with 40 percent in the hotly contest Florida gubernatorial race.

Libertarian Adrian Wyllie takes 8 percent, while 6 percent are still undecided.

Noting that their poll showed Scott ahead by 1 point, SurveyUSA stressed the poll was taken during Rosh Hashanah which could account for the 7-point swing over a week.

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Gwen Graham Tied to Howard Dean in NRCC TV Spot

Looking to protect U.S. Rep. Steve Southerland, R-Fla., from a serious challenge from Democrat Gwen Graham, the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) unleashed a new TV ad on Tuesday bringing up her past. The new ad ties Graham to former Gov. Howard Dean, D-Vt., during his 2004 presidential campaign, calling her a key aide.

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Jeff Miller Slams Obamacare's Taxpayer Funded Abortions

U.S. Rep. Jeff Miller, R-Fla., took aim at President Barack Obamas federal health-care law over abortion on Monday. In a message to constituents, Miller weighed in on his thoughts on a report noting public monies were used to provide abortions:

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Southerland Calls Out Graham on Apalachicola Bay Flip-Flop

Facing a tough challenge from Democrat Gwen Graham in November, U.S. Rep. Steve Southerland, R-Fla., took off the gloves and went after his opponent on Monday, saying she flip-flopped on Floridas legal fight with Georgia over water headed to Apalachicola Bay. Southerland pointed to statements Graham made in the spring and at the start of August in which she questioned whether the legal fight was the way to go before changing her tune last week.

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Adam Putnam Headed for Big Win, New Poll Shows

Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam is running strong with five weeks to go until the general election. Putnam faces Democrat Thad Hamilton in November who served on the Broward County Soil and Water Commission.

According to a poll from the Florida Chamber Political Institute (FCPI) released on Monday, Putnam holds a solid lead with 41 percent while Hamilton follows with 29 percent. Putnam has the support of the Florida Chamber.

The poll of 813 likely voters was taken from Sept. 18-21 and had a margin of error of +/- 3.5 percent.

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Jeff Atwater Holds Strong Lead Over William Rankin in CFO Race

Florida CFO Jeff Atwater looks all set for four more years in Tallahassee, according to a new poll.

The poll from the Florida Chamber Political Institute (FCPI), which is affiliated with the Florida Chamber of Commerce, shows Atwater with a commanding lead over businessman William Rankin, the Democratic nominee. The Florida Chamber is backing Atwater in the race.

In the poll, which was released on Monday, Atwater takes 43 percent. Rankin trails behind with 27 percent support.

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Pam Bondi Routing George Sheldon in New Poll

A new poll from the Florida Chamber Political Institute (FCPI), which is affiliated with the Florida Chamber of Commerce, shows Attorney General Pam Bondi in solid shape to win re-election in November.

The Florida Chamber is backing Bondi, who has a strong lead over former DCF Secretary George Sheldon, the Democratic nominee who served as deputy attorney general under then-Attorney General Bob Butterworth. Sheldon won the Democratic primary last month over Florida House Minority Leader Perry Thurston, D-Fort Lauderdale.

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Amendment 2 on Medical Marijuana in Tight Shape, New Poll Shows

The Florida Chamber Political Institute (FCPI), affiliated with the Florida Chamber of Commerce, released a poll on Monday which shows Amendment 2, a proposal to expand medical marijuana in the Sunshine State, is a jump ball with five weeks to go.

The poll of likely voters shows 59 percent support Amendment 2 while 35 percent oppose it. To pass in November, 60 percent of voters must support Amendment 2 for it to be included in the Florida Constitution.

The poll of 813 likely voters was taken from Sept. 18-21 and had a margin of error of +/- 3.5 percent.

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Rick Scott Leads Charlie Crist in Florida Chamber Poll

The Florida Chamber Political Institute (FCPI), affiliated with the Florida Chamber of Commerce, released a poll on Monday which has Scott out front with 43 percent while Crist garners 39 percent. Libertarian Adrian Wyllie takes 4 percent while 5 percent back other candidates and 7 percent are undecided. The Florida Chamber is backing Scott for another term.

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