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Just the Facts: Scott’s Long History Against Dreamers   Tallahassee, FL – With Rick Scott’s USA Today op-ed on immigration, he once again proves he will say anything in an election year to further his political …

Governor Scott Once Again Pulls Flip Flop In Clumsy Attempt to Distance Himself From Trump   “Rick Scott tried to distance himself from his pal Donald Trump with a tweet condemning the President’s racist “shithole countries” …

FDP Statement on Trump’s Remarks Referring to Haiti, Other Nations as “Shithole Countries”   Today, Florida Democratic Party Chairwoman Terrie Rizzo issued the following statement on President Trump’s remarks referring to American allies as “shithole countries”:  “Yesterday, …

What They’re Saying: Spotlight On Scott’s Drilling Record Gets Brighter    TALLAHASSEE, FL – The backlash against Rick Scott is continuing, as the spotlight on his long and well documented record of backing drilling off Florida’s beaches …

ICYMI: Rick Scott’s Latest Political Stunt Not Fooling Anyone  TALLAHASSEE, FL – With Rick Scott still refusing to admit he’s running for Senate, his “good friend”, Donald Trump, gave him the perfect gift to keep his taxpayer-funded …

In response to Rick Scott’s misleading “State of the State” address, Chairwoman Terrie Rizzo of the Florida Democratic Party issues the following statement:   “Rick Scott can try to paint a rosy picture, but the facts …

Just The Facts: Governor Scott’s Long Record of Supporting Dangerous Oil Drilling Off Florida’s Shores & Beaches   Governor Scott has profited from oil drilling near the Everglades and he has consistently supported offshore drilling — even being critical of a …

Rick Scott’s Fuzzy Math Can’t Hide the Truth: Florida Continues to Lag Behind the Nation in Education Funding   Rick Scott continues touting his education budget, calling it a “record” for education spending. According to Scott, his …

ICYMI: Rick Scott Sells Out Sick Kids   IN CASE YOU MISSED IT   Politico: Fla. Democrats slam Scott for not signing governors’ letter urging CHIP funding approval By Alexandra Glorioso December 12, 2017   Key Points:  …

Florida Democratic Party Statement on Doug Jones’ Victory   “Tonight, the people of Alabama made history and they sent a clear message to the Republican party. Unlike Republican leadership, they will not stand by a man accused …