FIU Declared 'Preeminent University' Joins Elite Schools

FIU Declared 'Preeminent University' Joins Elite Schools

Jim McCool
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July 3, 2024
After examination of its academics and research, the Florida Board of Governors has declared Florida International University (FIU) a Preeminent State Research University. Since 2013, the Florida Preeminence program rewards the state’s highest-performing public research universities based on student success and research performance metrics such as graduation rates, national rankings, faculty memberships in National Academies, […]
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Trump Classified Documents Case Falling Apart at the Seams

Trump Classified Documents Case Falling Apart at the Seams

Jim McCool
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June 24, 2024
Although former President Donald Trump (R) was found guilty in his New York criminal trial, his pending case in Florida is falling apart as the process slows down and controversy continues to build. In Florida, President Trump is being prosecuted for allegedly having illegal possession of classified documents in his private residence.  The documents are […]
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DeSantis Cuts $100 Million in Funding for the Arts

DeSantis Cuts $100 Million in Funding for the Arts

Jim McCool
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June 18, 2024
Tourism and culture has been a huge cash grab for the state of Florida.  Now some worry that this might take a big hit after Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) vetoed additional funding for the arts. The denied funding would have given $100 million towards arts and cultural programs.  Arts Garage, a non-profit group, is claiming […]
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FIU Becomes Leading Patent Producer

FIU Becomes Leading Patent Producer

Jim McCool
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June 11, 2024
Florida International University has become a leading patent producer after faculty inventors have been recognized for receiving over 80 patents this past year. According to the National Academy of Inventors and Intellectual Property Owners Association, FIU has now entered the top 25 U.S. utility patents granted among U.S. public universities. Within this past year, FIU […]
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Ashley Moody Endorses Tom Leek for Senate

Ashley Moody Endorses Tom Leek for Senate

Jim McCool
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June 5, 2024
Senate candidate Tom Leek (R-FL) has added yet another big endorsement to his state senate campaign  with the support of Attorney General Ashley Moody (R-FL). Moody has been a pivotal force in turning Florida red over the past several years.  The attorney general has prosecuted cases of mass fraud in the state of Florida, as […]
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AFP Action FL Releases Endorsements for 2024 Election

AFP Action FL Releases Endorsements for 2024 Election

Jim McCool
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June 5, 2024
Americans for Prosperity Action Florida (AFP Action FL) has announced another set of endorsements for candidates around Florida.  The group has now endorsed 29 candidates for the 2024 election cycle. The group, AFP Action FL, claims their goal is to elect leaders who will encourage policy change and facilitate coalitions that will eliminate barriers that […]
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Florida Now First State to Allow C-sections Outside Hospitals

Florida Now First State to Allow C-sections Outside Hospitals

Jim McCool
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June 1, 2024
Thanks to a new law passed by the Republican-led Florida legislature, Florida has become the first state in the country to allow c-section operations to be done outside of hospitals. The bill passed by the Florida House and Senate this year would allow c-sections to be done in facilities called "advanced birth centers."  Although lawmakers […]
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Bryan Leib Endorsed by Randy Fine

Bryan Leib Endorsed by Randy Fine

Jim McCool
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May 27, 2024
With endorsements coming in for the election ahead, critical moves are being made in Florida.  State Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) has endorsed Bryan Leib's run for Congress. Bryan Leib (R-FL) is currently a candidate in Florida's 25th Congressional District.  The Congressional hopeful is hoping to win the South Florida district and may have solidified his […]
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President Donald Trump Endorses Rep. Brian Mast

President Donald Trump Endorses Rep. Brian Mast

Jim McCool
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May 26, 2024
President Donald Trump (R) has endorsed US Rep. Brian Mast (R). Congressman Mast has been a strong supporter of Donald Trump for years, often agreeing on foreign policy and illegal immigration,  two issues that are major points of concern in the 2024 election cycle. Economics has also become a cornerstone of Trump's campaign, which Rep. […]
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Sen. Rene Garcia Calls for Action Against Pro-Hamas Protests

Sen. Rene Garcia Calls for Action Against Pro-Hamas Protests

Jim McCool
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May 21, 2024
Pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses have only increased as war is rages on between Israel and Hamas.  Now State Senator Rene Garcia (R-13) is claiming the pro-Hamas protests have transgressed the Freedom of Speech. Almost every politician at this point has offered their two cents on the issue, but Senator Garcia has possibly used the […]
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Gus Bilirakis Says 'Bullsh*t' VA System Not Paying Veteran Disability Benefits

Gus Bilirakis Says 'Bullsh*t' VA System Not Paying Veteran Disability Benefits

Jim McCool
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May 21, 2024
US Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) has long prioritized supporting veterans in his time in Congress.  Now the Congressman is trying to extend veteran pensions to those who could not serve longer due to injury, as baked in, or long-standing veteran benefits formula is preventing injured veterans from receiving the full benefits they deserve  Rep. Bilirakis […]
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Florida Sees Record Breaking Tourism Year

Florida Sees Record Breaking Tourism Year

Jim McCool
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May 19, 2024
Florida has a deep history of attracting tourism from around the United States.  Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) this week announced record breaking tourism numbers for the state of Florida. The data pertaining to visitors in 2023 shows that Florida saw a whopping 140.6 million visitors, an all time record.  So far in 2024, Florida saw […]
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Miami-Dade Heating up Early for 2024 Election Cycle

Miami-Dade Heating up Early for 2024 Election Cycle

Jim McCool
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May 18, 2024
Although Miami-Dade County is still a fairly liberal area compared to the rest of Florida, Republicans are making a run at the area with multiple political events happening there this weekend. Miami Young Republicans are hosting an event in Doral, Florida to promote former President Trump (R) and Trump-friendly Republican candidates in other races. Trump […]
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Laurel Lee Scores Rick Scott and Marco Rubio Endorsements

Laurel Lee Scores Rick Scott and Marco Rubio Endorsements

Jim McCool
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May 17, 2024
In a critical move to bolster her re-election efforts, US Rep. Laurel Lee (R-FL) has scored the endorsements of US Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) and US Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL). Senators Scott and Rubio have been staples of Florida conservatism for years, with Scott being governor for two terms before his time in the United […]
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New Report Shows Florida #1 in US for Education

New Report Shows Florida #1 in US for Education

Jim McCool
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May 11, 2024
Florida has now been ranked first in the United States in education by US News & World Report. Florida has traditionally caught heat for underpaying teachers and neglecting educational outcomes.  A study conducted on the 2021-22 school year found that Florida pays the lowest average teacher salary when adjusted for cost of living for a […]
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DeSantis Sends Florida Troopers to Palestinian Protests

DeSantis Sends Florida Troopers to Palestinian Protests

Jim McCool
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May 11, 2024
All eyes have been on college campuses as young people along with outside agitators across America have protested the Israeli-Hamas conflict.  However, Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has sent Florida state troopers to control pro-Palestinian protestors. Top officials have confirmed that the Florida governor has directed the Florida Highway Patrol to respond to these protests.  "On […]
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FIU's Silvia Castellanos Appointed to Children's Trust Board by DeSantis

FIU's Silvia Castellanos Appointed to Children's Trust Board by DeSantis

Jim McCool
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May 5, 2024
Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has recently appointed Silvia Castellanos to the Children's Trust Governing Board of Miami-Dade County. Castellanos has built an impressive résumé over the course of her career.  She is the Director of External Affairs for Banyan Community Health Center where she works on developing Banyan’s, federal, state, and local strategy.  Castellanos has also […]
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Tom Leek Scores Paul Renner Endorsement for State Senate Race

Tom Leek Scores Paul Renner Endorsement for State Senate Race

Jim McCool
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May 3, 2024
State Rep. Tom Leek (R-FL) has earned a massive victory with the endorsement of House Speaker Paul Renner (R-24) today, solidifying party support behind his state senate campaign. Rep. Leek is currently making an effort to secure Florida's 7th District in the state senate, which is currently occupied by Senator Travis Hudson (R-FL) who will […]
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