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Just 2 days into Senate campaign, Scott facing new scrutiny on record and questions around secret financial account     If Rick Scott faces the press today he’ll have to answer for three major scandals that …

On Equal Pay Day, A New Study Highlights Wage Disparity for Women in Florida    According to a new study, employment and wages have gotten worse under Rick Scott and the Republican-led legislature over the last decade, and now …

FDP Congratulates Senator-elect Lori Berman on her win in SD 31 Special Election   FDP Chair Terrie Rizzo released the following statement following Senator-elect Lori Berman’s victory Tuesday night:   “Congratulations Senator-elect Berman! South Florida has …

What They’re Saying: Self-Serving Scott Enters Race to Barrage of Criticism   Local and state leaders including educators, state workers, mayors, state lawmakers, a Pulse survivor and political observers have not forgotten how Rick Scott’s self-serving …

ICYMI: The Capitolist: National EPA Chief Controversy Could Impact DeSantis in Florida Governor’s Race   Ron DeSantis has a Pruitt problem — and so does Adam Putnam. As Brian Burgess writes, the similarities between DeSantis and Pruitt’s …

Florida Democratic Party Demanding Scott Reveal What He’s Hiding in His Secret Financial Account   The Florida Democratic Party announced Monday, the launch of a digital clock that will track how long it has been since Rick Scott refused to disclose his assets.  …

FDP Statement on Rick Scott Announcement   In response to Rick Scott’s announcement today, Florida Democratic Party Chair Terrie Rizzo released the following statement:    “For eight years, Rick Scott has put himself and his political …

Advisory: Florida Leaders to Speak Out Today Against Rick Scott Announcement   ***MEDIA ADVISORY FOR MONDAY, APRIL 9*** ***LEADERS WILL BE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE STATE***   On Monday Florida leaders troubled by the prospect of Rick Scott serving in the …

Statement from State and Local Leaders on Rick Scott’s Announcement   The following leaders from throughout Florida released statements on Monday in response to Rick Scott’s announcement (with all the statements released today including mayors, a …

Miami Beach, Orlando, Tampa Mayors Release Statements on Rick Scott Announcement   Florida Mayors Dan Gelber of Miami Beach, Buddy Dyer of Orlando and Bob Buckhorn of Tampa released the following statements in response to Rick …