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You can't fight City Hall, but a new computer system in Tampa will make you feel less like trying.
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The new transportation bill in the U.S. House is being attacked by conservatives, liberals, moderates, transit advocates, bicyclists and environmentalists, to name a few.
The Florida Legislature crafts state law, adopts an annual budget of tens of billions of dollars, and sets wide-ranging policies for the state. But for some lawmakers, that's not enough power. They like to stick their noses in the business of cities and counties contrary to Florida's "Home Rule" authority, which became part of the state constitution in 1973.
Richard Gonzmart was characteristically modest Thursday when he was named the Tampa Metro Civitan Club's Outstanding Citizen of the Year.
It is curious Hillsborough Sen. Ronda Storms is being attacked for wanting to ensure poor citizens are well fed.
Florida's redistricting rules, tightened two years ago by voters in constitutional amendments, are strong.
Let's look at how Republicans have turned their minority registration into a commanding majority in Tallahassee. Redistricting to weaken Democrats has played a part, but there are other factors.
It is a screaming shame Hillsborough County residents are defenseless against booming stereos or other shrill noises that can drive people to distraction.
We are skeptical of many of President Barack Obama's economic initiatives, but his effort to promote trade is a sound policy that appears to be paying benefits.
The decision by two state lawmakers on Friday to concede defeat, at least for now, of legislation that would further expand casino gambling in Florida is good for the state's family-friendly image and residents who value their hard-earned money.
Experimental, driverless cars would be invited to operate legally on Florida roads soon if a flawed bill proposed by Rep. Jeff Brandes of St. Petersburg becomes law.
The governor's efficiency panel takes too narrow a view in its recommendation that local toll-road authorities be absorbed by the Florida's Turnpike Enterprise.
It's not the final word on the matter, but the Florida Commission on Ethics' finding that there is probable cause to prosecute Hillsborough Sen. Jim Norman underscores the former county commissioner's poor judgment and ethical indifference.
The state Senate has overwhelmingly passed a bill that allows school boards to allow students to give inspirational messages, which is to say pray, at student functions held in public schools. The House is taking up a similar measure.
Privatization of government services, properly managed, can cut costs and improve efficiency, and a legislative plan to privatize 26 Florida prisons initially seemed promising. But the bullying, rule-breaking attempt by the state Senate leadership to ramrod it through without regard for opponents' reasonable questions smells to high heaven.
A scientific study that found Burmese pythons are wiping out wildlife in the Everglades is frightening.
In a bruising presidential primary, Florida Republicans signaled they care more about winning the White House than defying the establishment.
Multicar pileups have happened before on Florida interstates, and unless safety improvements are made, they will happen again.
An arcane state rule prevents cities from controlling local pensions' costs and taxpayers' future obligations. Lawmakers could remedy the situation with a sensible bill that gets the state out of the way.
The busybodies in the Legislature are at it again, seeking to dictate every community policy from Tallahassee.
The Republican candidate who can best take the fight to President Barack Obama and his liberal agenda, and revive the nation's sense of can-do optimism, is former House Speaker Newt Gingrich.
Bills have been introduced in the Florida Legislature to take away the right of cities and counties to install cameras at intersections to catch red-light runners.
Tampa residents should be pleased Mayor Bob Buckhorn is not letting fiscal woes keep him from seeking to energize the city and brighten its economic prospects.
When President Obama on Tuesday night promised every responsible person a chance to refinance a home at very low interest rates, the news initially sounded great for Florida.
Most Americans agree with President Obama that a fairer, more productive nation is something we should strive for.
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