A tall figure with perfectly coifed blond hair approached the stage nimbly, a spring in his step as the cheers grew louder. Signs flew into the air as a sea of people saw the man they believe will make America great once more. 

This column is a vehicle for a number of items in a bits-and-pieces, strictly opinion, sometimes irreverent format. Look for "Just Sayin'" to run once a week in this spot.

Hollow Victory for the Anti-Gunners

Shaping up to be one of the biggest battles in the Legislature in many years, the fight on economic development incentives and tourism funding has been swirling throughout the halls of the Capitol the last few weeks. On one side are those who believe that taxpayer dollars should not be used to entice businesses and tourists to Florida; the other side sees these programs as crucial for creating jobs and boosting our economy.