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Bipartisan Coalition wants Scott to Champion More than just Everglades Restoration

November 29, 2011 - 6:00pm

Gov. Rick Scott has already taken a leadership role in protection of the Florida Everglades, beyond mere statements, a spokesman said, while a new bipartisan coalition wants the governor to make conserving all of the states natural resources a top priority.

Former Gov. Bob Graham was joined by longtime Republican conservationist Nathaniel Reed of Jupiter Island and Sen. Paula Dockery, R-Lakeland, in a media conference on the back steps of the Old Capitol on Wednesday to announce the formation of the Florida Conservation Coalition.

Lakeland Ledger Editorial Board Tweets updates with Gov. Scott

Submitted by Anonymous on November 30, 2011 - 3:38pm

The Lakeland Ledger Tweet updates from the editorial board meeting today with Gov. Rick Scott:

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Scott to Release Proposed 2012-13 Budget on Dec. 7

Submitted by Anonymous on November 30, 2011 - 2:21pm

Gov. Rick Scott will release his proposed budget for 2012-13 on Dec. 7, the day before he heads an Enterprise Florida trade mission to Israel.

No details were available other than the release date, according to the governor's office.

In February, prior to the 2011 legislative session, Scott rolled out his budget in Eustis, a rural community 190 miles from the state Capitol.

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Allen West and Mike Huckabee Chime in on GOP 2012 Primary Campaigns

Kevin Derby

November 29, 2011 - 6:00pm

Two Florida Republicans -- though one is far better known for his political career in Arkansas -- are wading into the race for their partys presidential nomination this week.

Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, who moved to the Panhandle last year, and freshman U.S. Rep. Allen West offered their thoughts on the fluid battle to see who will emerge to challenge President Barack Obama in 2012.

GOP Field Looks to Chip Away at Newt Gingrich's Lead in Florida

Kevin Derby

November 29, 2011 - 6:00pm

Texas Congressman Ron Paul is beefing up his campaign organization in South Florida.

Former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney is pulling out the big guns, with popular, and blunt-talking, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie trying to drum up support from GOP voters in the Sunshine State while on a previously scheduled trip to Orlando.

These are some of the signs that contenders for the Republican presidential nomination are looking to slow down former U.S. House Speaker Newt Gingrich who has been building after a series of strong debate performances.

It won't be easy.

Untouched by the '60s, Romney Reflects the Corny '50s

Michael Barone

November 30, 2011 - 6:00pm

One question I sometimes have been asked in this presidential campaign goes something like this: Why does Mitt Romney sound so corny?

Ron Paul Gaining Traction in Iowa

Kevin Derby

November 29, 2011 - 6:00pm

Following a strong second-place showing in the Iowa Republican straw poll in August, the campaign team behind U.S. Rep. Ron Paul, now making his second bid for the Republican presidential nomination and his third attempt at the White House, focused on the Hawkeye State this week.

Iowa will hold its caucus Jan. 3 to kick off the procession of states that will determine the Republican nominee to challenge President Barack Obama in 2012.

Minority Rule: 'Fair Districts' Don't Help Democrats ... Much

Kenric Ward

November 29, 2011 - 6:00pm

By protecting minority districts, proposed new congressional maps for Florida help Republicans maintain their hold on the state's U.S. House delegation, even as Democrats have an edge in party registration.

It wasn't what Democratic supporters of the 2010 Fair Districts amendments envisioned, but redistricting has pivoted primarily on the legal requirement that preserves House seats held by minorities.

Florida and Citizens Insurance Survive another Hurricane Season

Jim Turner

November 29, 2011 - 6:00pm

Mitt Romney Calls for Expanded Free Trade With Latin America

Kevin Derby

November 29, 2011 - 6:00pm

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