Florida voters thought they had good reasons 18 years ago to limit terms in the Legislature to eight years. They were striking a blow against arrogant, career politicians whose name recognition and rich campaign coffers empowered them to operate without much fear of losing an election. ...more

March 7, 2010

Freshman Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Palm Harbor, is the second Tampa Bay area congressman to raise at least $1 million for his re-election bid this fall, exceeding $1.05 million. ...more

July 18, 2008

These candidates don't cut deals in back rooms to raise campaign contributions - they sell food and other stuff. ...more

May 28, 2008

Are Pasco residents witnessing another long tenure taking shape in the school superintendent's office? With Republican incumbent Superintendent Heather Fiorentino ready to kick off her re-election campaign next week, political observers are wondering if Democrats will find a challenger for the 2008 contest. ...more

October 13, 2007