The small-government crusader running for Congress stood on the steps of the courthouse behind a podium and microphone. ...more

November 8, 2009

Whenever I read or hear scare tactics used in the press or letters to the editor, I can easily identify the contributor to the Republican Party. I'm observing their reluctance, or inability to get over their hold on the reins of government leadership. More recently I have noticed they have used their cumulative wealth (or what's left of it) to even encourage public speaking for their Tea Party members. This Tea Party movement was encouraged by Fox TV for their own "entertainment." Yes folks, it is not a coincidence that Fox TV is called "entertainment" instead of a news station. During Busch's presidency, no similar mass effort was made by the Democratic Party out of respect of the presidential office. U.S. citizens should be more conservative of voicing their political opinions. They should make problems and concerns known to Congressional and Senate leaders through the proper channels such as e-mail, phone and mail addresses. This way voices are heard to the U.S. Government and not around the world. ...more

November 1, 2009

It is the nature of politicians - just as it is the nature of spouses - to be occasionally irritating, sometimes vexing and oftentimes disagreeable. ...more

October 25, 2009

When he won his city council seat in November, Manny Funes had enough campaign money left over to donate to charity. ...more

March 14, 2009

With millions of dollars at his disposal and his re-election in jeopardy, Hillsborough Elections Supervisor Buddy Johnson launched a voter education campaign last year unique in its scope and extravagance. ...more

February 11, 2009

An east Hillsborough activist has filed complaints with the state Elections Commission against County Commission Chairman Ken Hagan and former Commissioner Brian Blair. ...more

February 11, 2009

Aero Park Isn't Safe Or Reasonable I have to respond to the FAA spokesperson in the (Jan. 28) article ("Federal Study Requested For Tampa North Aero Park"). I did contact the Aero Park owner and was told by Charlie that he couldn't (wouldn't) do anything about the planes that fly over my house that is situated at least 700 feet north of the direct flight path. So much for that suggestion. And the assertion that we're operating in one of the safest periods in aviation history is at best laughable. We've had two crashes (one fatal) here in Wesley Chapel in the last four years. The next one could be into one of the 2,500 houses that surround the airfield. Let's face it: The airfield serves less than 100 people and puts upwards of 7,500 people at risk. How safe or reasonable is that? ...more

February 1, 2009

Criticizing the White House directly for the first time since November's election, President-elect Barack Obama on Sunday accused President Bush of not doing enough to stem the nation's home foreclosure crisis. ...more

December 8, 2008

This is the most critical election in my lifetime. ...more

November 1, 2008

Four years ago, Highlands County voters saw an active campaign for sheriff. In the primaries, four qualified candidates squared off in debates, and the November election saw two very qualified candidates. This election campaign, while very heated, was run with no mud slinging and ranting promises. ...more

October 23, 2008