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The case for independent CRNA’s: Rural communities depend on them to deliver essential health care services

by Guest Contributor | Nov 21, 2024

William L. SelfIn rural communities across America, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) play a vital role in delivering safe and effective care to patients. This month, as we observe National Rural Health Day on November 21, it is a good time to take a...

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Our Veterans Deserve Better Care and Greater Access to Healthcare

by Dr. Laura Molina | Nov 17, 2024

My husband is a combat-wounded veteran. My parents both served as Navy Corpsmen. November is a special month in our household. Governor DeSantis has declared Florida’s Veterans Appreciation Month and, along with the nation’s Veterans Day, provided an opportunity for...

Albritton announces State Senate appropriations chairs with education getting extra attention

by Capitolist Staff | Nov 14, 2024

After a major overhaul of the state's school choice policies last year, the incoming Florida Senate President has proposed a separate committee to examine Pre-K through 12th education Senate President Designate Ben Albritton unveiled his latest leadership assignments...

Trump nominates Matt Gaetz as Attorney General, with predictable reactions

by Brian Burgess | Nov 14, 2024

If confirmed by the U.S. Senate, Gaetz will be the most controversial Attorney General since Robert F. Kennedy In true Trumpian style, President-elect Donald Trump has turned the political landscape on its head yet again. His nomination of Florida Congressman Matt...

Update: Scott falls short, Thune wins Senate Majority leader post on second ballot

by Brian Burgess | Nov 13, 2024

By design, the United States Senate doesn't follow the fickle whims of day-to-day politics, which could negate Rick Scott's rapidly growing momentum. Update: Scott has fallen short and was eliminated on the first ballot. Senator John Thune of South Dakota has been...

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VA’s high rejection rate of Camp Lejeune claims continues: the military’s toxic legacy of water contamination

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Our Veterans Deserve Better Care and Greater Access to Healthcare

by Dr. Laura Molina | Nov 17, 2024

Sheriff: Yes on Amendment 3 to protect lives and strengthen communities

by Sheriff Gordon Smith | Oct 16, 2024

As the Sheriff of Bradford County with nearly 40 years of experience in Florida law enforcement, I have seen firsthand the devastating effects that low-level marijuana possession charges can have on individuals and their families. This November, we have a unique...

It’s time to cap medical malpractice damages and protect Florida’s healthcare future

by Regina Brown | Sep 30, 2024

In the past legislative session, a bill was filed to cap medical malpractice damages, specifically those damages that were related to pain and suffering. Unfortunately, that legislation failed, but in my opinion, it is time for someone to file that legislation again....

Ashley Moody’s Twitter Spin Cycle: Populism Trumps Conservatism

by Brian Burgess | Jul 1, 2024

Despite her claims on Twitter, Monday's U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Moody vs. Netchoice did not deliver the populist outcome she was hoping for. In a tweet earlier today, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody trumpeted her own intentionally misleading spin about a...

It’s time to regulate intoxicating hemp products

by Ben Lillie | May 31, 2024

I want to share our family’s terrifying story around Delta-8 THC, the unregulated kind of THC that is sold in corner stores seemingly everywhere in Florida. Our son is a senior, dual-sport honor roll student who has always been an upbeat, happy kid even throughout his...

Sorry Brian Mast, but Joe Biden isn’t pooping in the St. Lucie Estuary

by Brian Burgess | Apr 1, 2024

Not that we needed any further reminders that 2024 is an election year, but Republican U.S. Representative Brian Mast is doing his part, just in case. Over the last week or so, the South Florida Congressman has gone on a bit of a rampage accusing the federal...

Analysis: Florida’s cannabis amendment balances freedom and regulation

by John Bash | Mar 26, 2024

This fall Florida voters may consider a proposed constitutional amendment that would eliminate state-law criminal penalties on the use of marijuana by adults, pending approval of the proposal by the Florida Supreme Court. But last week Governor Ron DeSantis expressed...