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Afternoon Open Thread
Chat away...GOP Senator: Cuba-China Oil Drilling Pact "Akin to Urban Legend"
Republican leaders are known for trafficking in myths and alternate realities: "Climate change is a hoax. Saddam Hussein and Osama bin Laden were classmates and best friends in the 3rd grade. John McCain would make a good president." The usual...McCain's Offshore Drilling Flip-Flop
McCain has now announced that he will lift the federal moratorium on drilling exploration, even though -- in the past -- he opposed drilling off the coast of Florida, North Carolina, Oregon, and Maine. Via Think Progress, the Washington Post's Dana Milbank notes:Howard Dean and Jim Roosevelt Discuss Rules and Bylaws Committee Meeting on ABC's This Week
Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean and DNC Rules and Bylaws Committee Co-Chair Jim Roosevelt discussed the Rules and Bylaws Committee's decision to seat the Florida and Michigan delegations yesterday and Democratic Party unity this morning on ABC's This Week with George Stephanopoulos. Below are excerpts from Dean and Roosevelt's appearance.DNC Chairman Howard Dean's Remarks to the RBC Meeting
Below are DNC Chairman Howard Dean's remarks to the Rules and Bylaws Committee meeting on May 31, 2008, as prepared for delivery.DNC's Rules and Bylaws Committee Reaches Agreement on Seating Florida and Michigan Delegations
Today, Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean and Rules and Bylaws Committee Co-Chairs Alexis Herman and Jim Roosevelt issued the following joint statement.Oppenheimer's Straight Talk on John McCain
Columnist Andrés Oppenheimer ripped John McCain over his embrace of the right-wing on immigration in Sunday's Miami Herald. Oppenheimer, an award-winning journalist, writes that following an interview with the presumptive GOP nominee that McCain is "moving steadily backward" on immigration.Democrats Expected to Surpass Republicans in Registered Hispanics
The Tancredo Effect: For the first time, the number of Hispanic Democrats in the state is expected to exceed the number of Hispanic Republicans. The Florida secretary of state is expected to release the month's voter registration figures to the...Joint Statement from DNC Chairman Howard Dean, Florida Democratic Chair Karen Thurman and the Florida Congressional Delegation on Seating Florida’s Delegates
"We will continue to work towards a solution to ensure delegates are seated and logistics are in place for a Florida delegation in Denver."Big Wins in FL, NY
Yesterday there were a couple special elections -- in New York and in Florida.John McCain Wins Florida, Promises Another Bush Term
John McCain's Double-Talk express rolled past his opponents in Florida, but his record makes one thing clear: he offers more of the same.In the Sunshine State, Fred Thompson Strolls Along the Campaign Trail
Fred Thompson continues to stroll along the campaign trail in the Sunshine State today, with one public event at the Bay of Pigs museum in Miami.DNC Statement on Florida Court Decision
The DNC issued the following statement today after the United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida in Tallahassee upheld the Party's right to enforce its primary rules:Rigging the Vote
Some Romney supporters were caught red-handed stuffing the ballot box in a Tampa Bay, FL straw poll. Here's the video evidence:Mitchell Wade Fined $1,000,000
Many of you will remember Mitchell Wade from the 2006 campaign. His name came up in the campaigns of Rep. Virgil Goode and Rep. Katharine Harris. Harris, in particular, famously had a $2,800 dinner tab picked up by Wade.Florida Voters Are Wondering: Why is Fred Thompson Running For President?
Fred Thompson is in the Sunshine State today after gaining a reputation for campaign cancellations, no-shows, and policy gaffes, causing Florida voters to wonder: why is Fred running for president at all?Drill the Everglades? Thompson Says It's Not Off the Table
Really? The Everglades?Romney's Latest Flip-Flop: His Own Health Care Plan
Washington, DC- After months of flip-flopping to cover up his record as Governor of Massachusetts, Mitt Romney is back in the Sunshine State today to roll out his so-called health care plan at the Florida Medical Association's Annual Meeting in Hollywood, FL. In his latest flip-flop, Romney's plan "departs significantly from the universal health care measure that he helped forge as governor of Massachusetts, reflecting the conservative audience he must now appeal to in order to win the Republican presidential nomination."Romney's Flip-Flopping Makes Him A Flop in the Sunshine State
Smooth Talking Mitt Romney is sporting his flip-flops again today in Florida, where despite at least 12 trips to court Sunshine State voters, he has failed to break out of single digits.He’s Probably Regretting Those Castro Comments...Mitt's Not Exactly Shining In Florida
Romney struggles in the Sunshine State.How to Become a Delegate - Florida
Summary of state processIt's Like Watching Dominoes...McCain Losing Love in Florida
The Straight Talk Express is running low on fuel in Florida--looks like more bad news for the John McCain's pro-war campaign.Does Romney Condone College Republican Tactics? Smooth Talking Mitt Should Give Clear Answer at Young Republicans Convention
Mitt Romney will address the Young Republican National Convention tomorrow in Hollywood, Florida. In recent years, College Republican chapters and other young Republican groups across the country have engaged in a series of bigoted and divisive stunts...McCain Brings Campaign Troubles to Sunshine State
Republican Presidential candidate John McCain heads to Florida today, a day after acknowledging that his position on immigration "is complicating his presidential campaign" in light of new polls showing he is "viewed favorably by only 55 percent of Republicans and 48 percent of Americans." As the Chicago Sun-Times put it, his "presidential campaign is visibly imploding."Romney Sags in Florida As Critics Blast Lack of Leadership on Immigration
Smooth talking Mitt Romney is back in the Sunshine State today just days after one of Florida’s leading Republicans blasted him for failing to offer a clear plan for immigration reform. In a recent interview with Bloomberg Television, Republican National Committee general chair Mel Martinez said Romney is “wrong” and “falling short” on immigration reform, saying, “it's been too easy for too many people in the Senate and outside the Senate to simply criticize and find fault….but at the end of the day, what is your solution? What is your answer?” [McClatchy Newspapers, 6/9/07]DNC STATEMENT ON FLORIDA PRIMARY
The Democratic National Committee issued the following statement following the Florida Democratic Party’s Executive Committee vote on the primary:Rudy Giuliani's Crumbling Credibility Takes Toll on Candidacy
As Rudy Giuliani travels to Florida today, two new polls show that voters are turning away from his candidacy. After taking inconsistent positions on key issues and exaggerating his mayoral record, the Cook Political Report/RT Strategies poll shows that Giuliani's seven-point lead over John McCain has vanished. A Gallup poll shows that his lead over McCain has shrunk by eight points in the last two weeks. [Christian Science Monitor, 5/18/07]DNC Chairman to Rally Miami-Dade Democrats
Democratic National Committee Chairman Howard Dean will rally with Miami-Dade County Democrats on Tuesday, May 1, 2007. Dean will discuss the strong leadership Democrats are offering for America's future, the strength Democrats are showing in Congress as we keep our promises and and hold the President accountable on Iraq, and on the need to work in a bipartisan fashion to achieve the comprehensive immigration reform the American people want.Mel's Fundraising Scandal
A new audit reveals that Sen. Mel Martinez (R-FL), current chair of the Republican National Committee, violated federal election law in his 2004 Senate campaign--and could potentially be fined hundreds of thousands of dollars.Florida Dems Win One More
The Florida Democratic Party continues to impress, and their hard work led to one more pickup of a Republican seat in the Florida House of Representatives. I spoke with the incredibly smart and talented Steve Schale, political director for the Florida Democratic Party’s House Democratic Caucus, about the seat. He mentioned the important role that the 50-State-Strategy played.RNC = Really Not Complying
Today, the RNC issued a press release indicating that they would not comply with requests made by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform for materials relating to the possibly illegal use of RNC emails by White House staff members. RNC Chairman Mike Duncan argued that turning over the e-mails meant revealing the RNC’s “playbook.”Gaffe-Prone Romney to Headline GOP Fundraiser, Smooth Talk State Legislators
Days after the New York Sun called him “the most gaffe-prone of all the Republican candidates,” the candidate ironically pegged as “smooth talking” Mitt Romney returns to the Sunshine State, home of one of his most infamous blunders. Earlier this year, Romney offended Cuban Americans by quoting Fidel Castro's traditional communist slogan "patria o muerte, venceremos" in a Miami speech on Cuba policy. [Miami Herald, 3/20/07] Romney’s “painful Cuba gaffe” was one of a litany of blunders listed by the Sun, which also cited his bizarre decision to praise Hitler’s energy policy to promote his own, his blatant misrepresentation of his hunting history, and the time he “accidentally insulted his wife” on stage at the Conservative Political Action Conference.Brazile Praises Florida Action To Restore Voting Rights for Ex-Offenders
Democratic National Committee Voting Rights Institute Chair Donna Brazile issued the following statement on Florida restoring voting rights for ex- offenders:In Florida, Giuliani's Questionable Judgment and Poor Management Raise Questions
Today, Rudy Giuliani heads to Florida to appear at St. Petersburg High School where he will participate in a closed town hall meeting with GOP supporters. Rudy’s visit to Florida comes as doubts continue to grow about Giuliani’s management record and judgment. To help those Floridians lucky enough to attend today’s town hall meeting, the Democratic National Committee has come up with a few questions that Giuliani has yet to answer:The Daily Flipper: Friday "Friends" Edition
Read what the Republicans Wish You Wouldn’t … In today's edition, the 3rd time's a charm, scandal, scandal and more scandal. Plus, super special bonus JEB! info!Iraq Anniversary: Pictures of Protest
On the four-year anniversary of the Iraq war, people gather to protest in Delray Beach, Florida.Romney’s Smooth Talk Gets Stormy Response In Sunshine State
In his desperation to dig himself out of single digit poll numbers among Republican primary voters, smooth talking Mitt Romney has created a real mess for himself in the Sunshine State. In his mad dash away from his real record, Romney is pandering to conservative activists across the country by taking positions that put him squarely at odds with key Florida voters.Que? Romney insists you learn English, but runs ads in Spanish
There is no language barrier when it comes to Mitt Romney's smooth-talk. Learn why.FL-13: What's Going On?
In Florida's 13th District, Democrat Christine Jennings is still fighting to make sure that every vote is counted and every voter is heard - despite flawed ballots and machines. Almost a month after Election Day, this race is still being contested in the sunshine state.In Florida, Serious, Serious Problems
In the FL-13 election, there have been serious problems with voting machines that seem to have disenfranchised thousands of voters and handed the election to the GOP candidate. Yesterday they audited the machines and the problems were clearly evident. From...GOP Continues Trickery at the Voting Booth
Last week's election provided many despicable efforts on the part of the GOP to intimidate and deceive American voters. Last Tuesday, despite the efforts of Republicans, the American people went to the polls and rejected the Karl Rove politics of hate and division, and overwhelmingly voted for fundamental change.50-State Turnout: Kicking Off the Final Stretch
All across the country, Democratic candidates are fighting to win. The 50-State Turnout kicked off the final stretch of what has been a long, hard campaign season. With just 27 days left until Election Day, every hour you can spend doing GOTV makes a difference!Best Practices for Success
Building on the success of previous national organizing events, members of the Leon County Democratic Party have become pros at GOTV efforts in their county. County Chair, Rick Minor, shared some of their best practices for success during the 50-State Turnout conference call with Governor Dean.“Whatever It Takes” Republicans Embrace Intolerance
A week after Republican National Committee Chairman Ken Mehlman vowed to supporters in an e-mail that the RNC would "hold nothing back" and "spend whatever it takes" to "maintain our majorities," it's clear that Republicans across the country will do and say just about anything to get elected -- even resort to some of the most insidious forms of intolerance.In the last week alone, a Republican candidate in Minnesota attacked his opponent's faith, young conservatives in Michigan are running dangerous and divisive "Catch an Illegal Immigrant" and "Fun With Guns" events, and an Arizona Republican Congressional candidate refused to demand that former KKK Grand Wizard David Duke remove an endorsement and a link to his campaign from Duke's website
FL-Sen: GOP Grudgingly Accept Harris Is the Senate Nominee
Poor Katherine Harris, even when she wins (the primary, that is) she still can't get any real love: On Tuesday morning, it looked like U.S. Rep. Katherine Harris was going to miss Thursday's rally in Orlando with President Bush and...College Democrats of America Organize National Youth Canvassing Day
Today, College Democrats of America (CDA) announced a National Youth Canvassing Day on September 16, 2006, building on the success of earlier national organizing days sponsored by the Democratic National Committee. CDA state chapters, working with state parties and the DNC's brand new online organizing tool PartyBuilder, will organize a nationwide peer-to-peer canvassing day, targeting young people under 36.College Democrats Nationwide Peer-to-Peer Day
On Saturday, Sept. 16th thousands of College Dems will hit their campuses in the first ever National Youth Canvass Day. Schools across the country have signed up to spread the College Democrats’ message and to recruit new members.50 State Strategy: Florida Primaries
The Sunshine State is among the most politically volatile in the nation, but this year Democrats have reason to smile. With five Democratic women up for positions in the U.S. House (two are incumbents), a strong sitting Senator running for re-election, and Jim Davis seeking to replace Governor Jeb Bush, things are looking up in Florida. The Democratic team has an opportunity to present new ideas and direction to the Florida electorate in 2006.Timeline of a Catastrophe
A year ago today, President Bush was attending pricey fundraisers and eating cake while the Gulf Coast was ravaged by Hurricane Katrina. President Bush: Bush In Arizona Campaigning Hard To “Pre-Sell” A Political Victory at 12pm ET. Bush talked to...Florida: Go Vote!
The Florida primary is September 5th. But you don't have to wait until then to vote. Early voting started yesterday, so why not take advantage of the extra time and cast your ballot early. Not only does it allow you..."Doughnut Hole" Solutions
The big gap in the Republican-created Medicare prescription drug plan coverage that many seniors are about to face won't be as bad as anticipated for some south Florida seniors. They have devised strategies, buying drugs from other countries, using discount...Newspaper Editorials Around the Country Support Raising Federal Minimum Wage
Unfortunately Republicans are up to their same tricks and gimmicks and have used the urgent need for a minimum wage increase as blackmail to try to pass a fiscally irresponsible estate-tax cut bill that would cost tax-payers $735 billion dollars. Republicans should stop playing politics by giving tax cuts to their special interests friends and support a straight up or down vote that doesn't turn the minimum wage bill into a poison pill.FL-Sen: With Friends Like These
Who needs a Democratic opponent? It looks like the FL GOP has thrown Katherine Harris under the bus. In a letter sent to her campaign, FL GOPpers wrote: Dear Katherine, ...Katherine, though it causes us much anguish, we have determined...The Democratic Reunion: Tallahassee, Florida
I got this report in from Rick Minor, Chair of the Leon County Democratic Party. Scores of Democratic volunteers braved the sweltering heat to walk Tallahassee's neighborhoods and reach out to voters. In addition to the neighborhood canvassing, many other...Listen Up: Tampa Talks Dean
Governor Dean is wrapping up his Florida visit today. You can check out what the folks in Tampa are saying here. Here's a preview: "Every race counts." And it shows how much impact at a local level can have, all...50-State Strategy: Fired Up in Florida!
Governor Dean is in my home state today, and it would seem he is fired up! From AP: Down with divisiveness was the message Wednesday delivered by Democratic Party Chairman Howard Dean as he told a group of Florida business...50-State Strategy: Florida Young Business Professionals
Young business professionals eager to get involved with the Democratic Party in Florida now have a place to turn. The Democratic Professionals Forum is a new outlet attracting hundreds to sold-out monthly luncheons for networking and Party politics. "I was...The Democratic Reunion: Tallahassee, Florida
The Democratic Reunion is just 8 short days away. We know that lots of events are being planned, and everyone is geared up for an exciting weekend together. In Florida, Democrats have a 33 events to chose from, with more...FL-CFO: Introducing Alex Sink
Alex Sink is running for Cheif Financial Officer in Florida. She is the only female statewide candidate, and she seems to be doing just fine among the boys: The only woman running statewide for a state government office in Florida...FL-SEN: Priceless
Departing Katherine Harris staffer, in an e-mail to her friends: Value of "George Harris Legacy Loan" to Senate campaign: $10 million Value of "refurbishments" to Capitol Hill residence: $100,000 Value of Handing in my Resignation Letter: Priceless Tim had some...FL-Sen: Campaign Funds Fix Harris Home
No, that's not a joke. Apparently when she promised to spend her entire inheritence to win this race in memory of her father, she was just kiddiing... From AP: Katherine Harris contributed more than $3 million to her campaign for...Democrats You Should Know About
Here are four short introductions to Democrats running for Congress across the country that I think you should know about. Republican Congressman Tom Davis says: "I've never taken a nickel from oil companies" That's not exactly true. $117,360 dollars not...America Rejects The GOP’s Divisive Politics
Republicans know it was the wrong move and newspapers across the country call it "divisive" and "distracting".Florida State Sen. Ron Klein Delivers Democratic Radio Address
This week, Florida State Senator Ron Klein delivered the Democratic Radio Address.50 State Canvass: Success Stories
Democrats all over the country went out into their neighborhoods and communities and talked about the bold Democratic agenda for change. All across the country, in all 50 states and territories, Democrats showed up and talked about our core values and beliefs. Here are some of their stories.50-State Canvass Slideshow & Testimonials
See pictures from events across the country and read what participants in the 50-State Canvass have to say in their own words.50 State Canvass: Stories Rolling In
Got a few stories from today. Send yours along with pictures to april29@dnc.org FL-5: Florida Congressional Candidate Rick Penberthy We organized one of the door to door canvass efforts today. We had loads of fun and hit over 600 homes...Editorial Roundup: It's the Policies, Stupid
America's newspaper editorial pages understand what the Bush Administration doesn't: that new faces at the White House won't do anything to reverse the President's sagging credibility unless the Administration also changes its discredited and failed policies.Senator Bill Nelson Delivers Democratic Radio Address
This week, Senator Bill Nelson from Florida delivered the Democratic Radio Address. To listen to the audio, click here. Hi, I'm Bill Nelson, Senator from Florida. I know that many of you are anxious right now - with $3 gasoline...FL-Sen: The Cupboard is Bare
Who can keep track anymore? I can't be sure, but I'm guessing that each and every senior staff position on the Harris for Senate campaign in Florida has seen at least one resignation since the start of the campaign. This...FL-Sen: Congrats Katherine Harris Loses ANOTHER Staffer
I was about to congratulate Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in Florida Katherine Harris for going several days in a row without one of her senior staffers leaving the campaign, but then I read the Sarasota Herald Tribune this morning:...
FL-Sen: Another Harris Staffer Calls it Quits
The St. Petersburg Times Blog: It seems like Buzz writes this one once a week. Here we go again... Another high-level staffer is leaving Rep. Katherine Harris' House office. Deputy Chief of Staff Peggy Evans' last day is Friday. Evans...FL-Sen: Might I Suggest Ebay?
Katherine Harris: U.S. Rep. Katherine Harris continued her attempt to take her campaign to national television and to add religious overtones to her quest for a U.S. Senate seat with an appearance on ABC News "Nightline" Tuesday. Harris told John...President's Approval Slips in "Red States"
A few interesting regional polls released today further documenting a free fall of presidential approval in traditionally "red states." Elon University. February 20-23, 2006 & February 26 to March 2, 2006. 1,277 residents in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina...FL-Sen: Lawyering Up
Katherine Harris, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate....Editorial Pages Unload on Post Security Failings
Newspapers across America are weighing in on President Bush's efforts to bypass a mandatory 45-day review of the deal to let a foreign company manage six of the nation's largest ports, and the continuing vunerability of our nations ports.2008 Democratic National Convention Cities Announced
The Democratic National Committee has accepted bids and sent out requests for full proposals to 11 cities vying to host the 2008 Democratic convention. The convention is scheduled for August 25-28, 2008.FL-Sen: More Bad News for Katherine Harris
First she wakes up to find herself trailing Senator Bill Nelson by 22 points, 53 to 31... A few hours later, she is outed as having received huge amounts of illegal campaign contributions from Mitchell Wade. San Diego Union Tribune:...McCain's Visit to Miami, High and Dry on Port Security
Today, Senator John McCain will visit Miami, Florida, home of one of our nation's largest ports. Senator McCain should use his visit to explain why he supports President Bush's plan to outsource the operation of six American ports, including Miami, to a foreign, state owned company.Ahoy! Bush Unloads Empty Rhetoric On Port Security In Tampa
Today in Florida, President Bush will speak at the Port of Tampa after receiving a briefing on the war on terror at the headquarters of U.S. Central Command.FL-Gov & Sen: Crist (R) & Nelson (D) Lead
Governor's Race - Quinnipiac. 1,076 registered voters. February 15-20, 2006. MoE +/- 3% Davis (D): 36% (40) Crist (R): 40% (39) Davis (D): 36% (41) Gallagher (R): 37% (38) Smith (D): 32% (36) Crist (R): 42% (41) Smith (D): 34%...FL-Sen: Rout...Again
No wonder Florida Republicans are so adamant about finding a replacement for Katherine Harris. This is supposed to be one of the most competitive races in the country during the 2006 election cycle, and the challenger is headed for a...GOP Recruitment Woes
Actions speak louder than words, and even poorly produced RNC web videos. For all the rhetoric you hear from the other side about a party in dissaray, the fact remains that in state after state, Democrats are loading up the...More Problems for Diebold/Electronic Voting
The Miami Herald: A political operative with hacking skills could alter the results of any election on Diebold-made voting machines -- and possibly other new voting systems in Florida -- according to the state capital's election supervisor, who said Diebold...When You Wish Upon a Democrat
After a few days in 30 degree weather in New York City last week, I was really looking forward to our two days in Orlando for the Florida State Democratic Party Conference. Apparently, the Democrats in Florida were really looking forward to seeing us as well.Getting Active in Florida
From The Ledger: United in their hunger to win next year, Democrats sought the right blend of symbolism and style as they met during their annual convention this weekend. The message: Democratic activists need to knock on doors and reconnect...Excerpts of DNC Chairman Howard Dean's Remarks to the National Baptist Convention of America, Inc.
This afternoon, DNC Chairman Howard Dean addressed the National Baptist Convention of America, Inc. in Miami.Florida
Florida Democratic Party 214 South Bronough Street Tallahassee, FL 32301 850-222-3411 850-222-0916 (fax) http://www.fladems.com/ Chair: Karen Thurman Vice Chair: Rudolph Parker Executive Director: Leonard Joseph...OAS Meeting Signals New Misstep for Bush Administration
President Bush's remarks at the Opening of the Organization of American States General Assembly today in Ft. Lauderdale come with one more bumbling foreign policy misstep for the Bush administration's already embarrassing record.
Republicans Admit to Authoring Political Memo in Schiavo Case
Despite repeated denials by Senator Mel Martinez (R-FL), his staff, and other members of the Republican leadership for nearly a month, last night Senator Martinez finally admitted that a member of his staff, on U.S. government payroll, authored a crass political memo about how to capitalize on the tragic situation involving Terri Schiavo.
