These Things I Know
(Reprinted from SRQ Daily) When it comes to family, I am a traditionalist. I believe in the tradition of loving parents and meals together at the end of each day…. Read more »
Category: Sarasota
It Doesn’t Always Pay to Run as a Republican
Reprinted from SRQ Daily It has been said for many years here, “If you want to win an election, you have to run as a Republican in Sarasota.” And for years,… Read more »
A Little Lesson in Hospital History
When I wrote about the “Push to privatize Sarasota Memorial Hospital,” two other media called it a rumor and insisted the public not worry. I would like to share some… Read more »
Another move to privatize Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Sarasota County Hospital Board Candidate, Jack Brill, confirmed that he was approached a few weeks ago by a PAC who offered approximately $30K in support if he would agree to back their efforts to privatize Sarasota Memorial Hospital (SMH).
Power To The People – What Is Happening To The Internet?
One of the most frustrating experiences everyone shares in Sarasota is the relationship they have with their cable and internet provider. For several thousand dollars a year, you can get… Read more »
The Librarian’s Opus
Spending time in the school libraries was something I cherished. It was the only place I could go to read a book of my choosing. The person in charge was… Read more »
Is Sarasota Ready for a 4th Go-around to Support an Elected Mayor?
Under the name of “Revised Charter Caucus,” people such as Linda Holland (Chair) and Diana Hamilton are holding meetings at The Hub to work with a group of city dwellers… Read more »
Bottoms Up! WSRQ Talk Radio Hosts Raise Awareness and Blood Alcohol Levels
Tune in to WSRQ 1220 AM & 106.9 FM on Friday, Dec. 6th from 4 – 6pm Sarasota, Fla. – WSRQ Sarasota Talk Radio listeners are in for… Read more »
When a Candidate Has Nothing to Say
It’s an amazing thing to be asked to run for office. The decision is one that I don’t believe anyone takes lightly. But the will to run is not… Read more »
Words Mean Everything
Reprinted from SRQ Magazine I sat in the audience of the Tiger Bay Banquet dinner this past Tuesday where Michael Smerconish was the key-note speaker. His topic was the political… Read more »
The Prejudice of One Law
Reprinted from SRQ Magazine Two man argue on a street. Shouting can be heard. A shot is fired. Police officer arrives. One man is dead on the ground. The other… Read more »
Buchanan to Hold Forum on Tax Reform
Sarasota, Florida – U.S. Representative Vern Buchanan announced today that he will host a forum on tax reform. Buchanan is Florida’s only member of the powerful U.S. House Ways and… Read more »
If anyone should feel Peer Pressure, it should be Dr. Swier
So when I read an article written by a man who lives in my town and feels self-righteous enough to condone and justify hate crimes against our children, I am beside myself. And I do consider bullying in our schools a hate crime.
Q&A with Cathy Antunes, independent candidate for Sarasota County Commission, District 2
September 16th, 2010 by Susan Nilon in News, Politics reprinted from Creative Loafing Cathy Antunes found herself in the public eye in 2008 when she challenged the Sarasota County Commission to openly discuss all aspects… Read more »
Q&A with Joe Barbetta, Republican Sarasota County Commission incumbent, District 2
October 19th, 2010 by Susan Nilon in News, Politics reprinted from Creative Loafing Joe Barbetta (R) is running for re-election, for his second term as Sarasota County Commissioner in District 2, facing a surprisingly strong… Read more »