China-Venezuela Alliance Intensifies: Rodriguez's Beijing Visit Highlights Geopolitical Chess Game

China-Venezuela Alliance Intensifies: Rodriguez's Beijing Visit Highlights Geopolitical Chess Game

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April 25, 2025
In a move underscoring the evolving multipolar world order, Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodriguez's visit to Beijing on Thursday, marks another step in the deepening alliance between Venezuela and China, a relationship that has become increasingly crucial for both nations amid rising U.S.-China tensions. At the meeting, Chinese Vice President Han Zheng said that “under […]
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Florida’s Small Businesses Need Tax Rate Certainty, Stability

Florida’s Small Businesses Need Tax Rate Certainty, Stability

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April 24, 2025
By Greg Aguirre The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that Congress passed in 2017 was undoubtedly one of the cornerstones of President Donald Trump’s first administration, lowering tax rates for Americans and businesses of all sizes—from major corporations to small businesses, start-ups, and entrepreneurs. The changes enacted by the TCJA helped spur economic growth and […]
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The Human Impact of Losing Tuition Support

The Human Impact of Losing Tuition Support

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April 23, 2025
By Lina Sierra In Florida, nearly 22,000 college students are at risk of losing $3,500 in annual tuition support due to a proposed State House budget that ties financial aid to institutional performance metrics. While lawmakers tout accountability, the human impact is undeniable: aspiring nurses, pilots, cybersecurity professionals, and teachers—many of them first-generation college students […]
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Ensuring Florida Seniors Can Age with Dignity and Independence

Ensuring Florida Seniors Can Age with Dignity and Independence

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April 17, 2025
By Ernie Bach As we grow older, many of us feel our independence slipping away. However, the Florida Silver Haired Legislature exists to ensure seniors don’t lose control over the issues that matter most. As President and CEO of this organization, I have worked with fellow seniors who dedicate their time to advocating for policies […]
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From Tallahassee to D.C., Byron Donalds Has Always Supported the Jewish Community

From Tallahassee to D.C., Byron Donalds Has Always Supported the Jewish Community

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April 7, 2025
By Bryan E. Leib In the dynamic political landscape of Florida, few figures have emerged with the vigor and commitment exemplified by Congressman Byron Donalds. His candidacy for Governor promises not only to bolster the state's economic and educational frameworks but also to ardently support the Jewish and pro-Israel communities. Donalds' extensive experience, unwavering principles, […]
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DeSantis Blasts “Liberal Trial Lawyer Enrichment Scheme,” Calls Out Rep. Hillary Cassel for Conflict of Interest at Republican Executive Committee Meeting

DeSantis Blasts “Liberal Trial Lawyer Enrichment Scheme,” Calls Out Rep. Hillary Cassel for Conflict of Interest at Republican Executive Committee Meeting

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April 4, 2025
By Julio A. Fuentes  In a fiery appearance on Monday night, Governor Ron DeSantis unleashed a blistering critique of Florida’s trial lawyer lobby and accused a sitting lawmaker—Rep. Hillary Cassel—of using her office to enrich herself. Gov. DeSantis, energized and unscripted, painted a dark picture of what he described as a coordinated effort to rewrite Florida […]
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The U.S. and Mexico’s Cooperation is the Foundation for Long Term Relations

The U.S. and Mexico’s Cooperation is the Foundation for Long Term Relations

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April 3, 2025
By Larry Rubin President Trump and President Claudia Sheinbaum are forging a new pathway for U.S.-Mexico relations - one rooted in pragmatism, respect, and commitment to serving both their peoples. While they come from radically different political backgrounds, the strong personal relationship they’ve built has delivered results that benefit the entire region. For years, securing […]
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Unlocking Potential: How FAMU Helps Drive Florida's Higher Education Success

Unlocking Potential: How FAMU Helps Drive Florida's Higher Education Success

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March 25, 2025
By Dr. Timothy Beard and Chancellor Ray Rodrigues Florida’s higher education system isn’t just excelling, it’s leading the charge. Across the state, institutions are driving groundbreaking innovation, shaping the workforce of tomorrow, and powering economic growth. At the heart of this success is Florida A&M University (FAMU) — a powerhouse among Historically Black Colleges and […]
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Trump Administration Needs to Shut Down Biden's IRS Pass-Through Compliance Unit for Good

Trump Administration Needs to Shut Down Biden's IRS Pass-Through Compliance Unit for Good

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March 24, 2025
2024 was a Master class in the damage an unchecked federal bureaucracy can do. In case after case, we saw federal prosecutors target Republican leaders in an effort to deny them an electoral victory.
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The Role of the Right Counsel General in The Dominican Republic A Bridge Between Culture and Trade

The Role of the Right Counsel General in The Dominican Republic A Bridge Between Culture and Trade

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March 24, 2025
The Dominican Republic is a vital partner to the United States, playing a crucial role in hemispheric affairs, trade, and joint efforts to combat illegal drugs and migration. Given the significance of this relationship, the role of the U.S. Counsel General in the Dominican Republic is more than just a diplomatic position—it is one that […]
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High-tech Science Keeps Floridians Safe from Mosquito-Borne Disease

High-tech Science Keeps Floridians Safe from Mosquito-Borne Disease

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March 18, 2025
As the Director of the Florida Medical Entomology Laboratory at the University of Florida, I am fortunate to have access to world-class scientific minds and cutting-edge technology. But in Florida, this expertise and innovation doesn’t just stay in the classroom or laboratory. They are deployed in all 67 counties to control mosquitoes, keep residents and visitors […]
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Republicans Be Warned: A Nanny State is Never the Answer, Especially for Florida!

Republicans Be Warned: A Nanny State is Never the Answer, Especially for Florida!

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March 13, 2025
It seems that some Republicans across the country, even in Tallahassee, are forgetting the lessons from the recent elections. President Trump returned to the White House, and a red wave covers most of the state capitals because voters trusted him to tackle inflation. Voters were tired of Democrat overreaches—mandates pushing electric cars, threats to ban […]
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Florida bill to Address Shortage of Anesthesia Providers Deserves support

Florida bill to Address Shortage of Anesthesia Providers Deserves support

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March 12, 2025
By Laura Molina When it comes to an issue as complex as healthcare, there are no one-size-fits-all solutions.  It will take ingenuity and grit to find ways to keep all Floridians healthy and to ensure that everyone has access to care. Fortunately for patients in our state, Senator Ana Maria Rodriguez and Representative Mike Giallombardo […]
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America First? Not Until Big Tech Stops Sharing Secrets with China

America First? Not Until Big Tech Stops Sharing Secrets with China

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March 7, 2025
President Trump is back in the White House and it's time to unleash the full power of our nation to stop China from getting the upper hand in the 21st century. New tariffs, trade restrictions, and forcing manufacturing back to America will give us the upper hand against China. But we know that half the […]
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Trump’s FDA Pick Faces Big Test on Tobacco Policy

Trump’s FDA Pick Faces Big Test on Tobacco Policy

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March 5, 2025
President Donald Trump’s nominee to head the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Martin Makary, is an incredibly credentialed Harvard graduate, John Hopkins University surgeon, and bestselling author. Perhaps of greater note, he has also been unafraid to challenge healthcare establishment views on a variety of topics ranging from pricing to federal agency policy. He may […]
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Protect Those Who Protect Us: Congress Must Pass the Protect and Serve Act

Protect Those Who Protect Us: Congress Must Pass the Protect and Serve Act

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March 5, 2025
Every day, I put on my uniform in South Florida, knowing I might not come home. That’s the reality of policing in America today for all of my brothers and sisters in law enforcement. But it’s not just the inherent dangers of the job—car chases, violent criminals, and responding to active threats. It’s the disturbing […]
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Slot Machines Over Stallions? Florida’s Horse Racing Future Is at Risk

Slot Machines Over Stallions? Florida’s Horse Racing Future Is at Risk

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March 5, 2025
Over the past few months, there has been much anxiety in the Thoroughbred racing community about legislation working its way through Tallahassee that would strip Florida’s racing permit holders of their obligation to host live races, turning them into nothing more than gaming facilities. Those of us fortunate enough to work in this industry understand […]
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Where you Play is as Important as How you Play

Where you Play is as Important as How you Play

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February 4, 2025
By Driena Sixto The success of Myles Russ, head coach of Keiser University’s football team, is a powerful reminder of why where you to go to school matters. When Russ took over as head coach in January, Keiser’s Seahawks had just lost their head coach and five assistant coaches. Key players transferred, and the team […]
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