Voter Registrations Off Sharply Since New Election Law Enacted
Howard Goodman: Since Florida passed its new election law last year, almost 81,500 fewer people have registered to vote than in the same period during the 2008 election cycle.
With Marlins Stadium, Baseball Wins. Does Public?
Howard Goodman: Unlike some cities that have balked at pouring taxpayer money into new stadiums, Miami decided to let the public finance most of the cost, which exceeds $600 million.
In Florida, 130 Self-Defense Claims Like George Zimmerman’s
Howard Goodman: Stand Your Ground has been invoked following bar fights, gang shootings and road-road incidents.
FCIR Associate Director Says No Evidence Supports Jobs Claims in Florida GOP Ad
Trevor Aaronson tells NBC 2 in Fort Myers that FCIR's analysis disputes the Florida Republican Party's assertions that Gov. Rick Scott's policies have created jobs.
NRA’s Behind-the-Scenes Campaign Encouraged ‘Stand Your Ground’ Adoption
Howard Goodman: As soon as the bill was signed into law in Florida, the NRA's executive vice president said the pro-gun organization would use the victory to promote the law everywhere.
In Tallahassee, Breaks for Business. Families? Not So Much
Howard Goodman: With the 60-day session rushing to a close at midnight Friday, lawmakers pushed through tax relief for the business sector that will total some $750 million this year and more than $2.5 billion over the next three years.