Florida Budget: Grandson of Trickle-Down Economics
Ralph De La Cruz: The 2011 legislative session is almost over. FCIR examines the upcoming state budget cuts.
Allen West Plays With Fire
Ralph De La Cruz: Allen West has made a political career of using incediary comments. And it's working for him.
Chief Offshore Drilling Regulator Criticizes Lack of Oversight for Contractors
ProPublica: The government currently regulates only operators of offshore drilling rigs, such as BP, and in turn holds them responsible for any contractors they hire.
In Tallahassee, Checkout Time for Republican Super-Majority
Ralph De La Cruz: In the final week of the legislative session, the House and Senate scramble to reconcile the budget.
Republican Senator Questions Lobbyist Influence in Plan to Shutter Citizens
Ralph De La Cruz: Sen. Mike Fasano is a rare breed -- a legislator who isn't afraid to buck his party when it's wrong.
Scott’s Devious Plans for Citizens
Ralph De La Cruz: Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Paige St. John reports that Gov. Rick Scott is secretly pushing to shutter Citizens Property Insurance.