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If you learn nothing else today, read where Donald Trump supporters will be hanging out Thursday for the debate

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With the first official GOP-sanctioned debate coming up this Thursday, there are likely to be a number of watch parties throughout the Bay area. Depending on your political leanings and/or sense of humor, there is one that probably stands out above all others. A group of Donald Trump supporters are gathering for a viewing party at Hogan’s Beach on 7700 W. Courtney Campbell Causeway. An invitation was sent to SaintPetersBlog editor Peter Schorsch along with a congradulations and welcome “to…

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GOP using July 4 events as national ‘day of action’ for ground game

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July 4 may mean a day off for most Americans, but not so for National Republicans. In a campaign memo, the Republican National Committee announced it is using the holiday as the “next phase in its ground game strategy” – with a series of events happening at the earliest time in several election cycles. On Saturday, the GOP will host voter registration events all over Florida, most notably a NASCAR-themed push at Daytona International Speedway, as well as RNC volunteer…

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Poll offers clues to GOP on how to woo Millennials

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The GOP has been working on formulating messages that will appeal to younger voters. Their efforts include reaching out to women and minorities, including the latest effort Tuesday using New York Republican U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik – the youngest woman ever elected to Congress – to lead a House hearing on “millennials and the GOP.” It’s no wonder this is being crafted as a key effort gearing up to the 2016 presidential election. A survey conducted this month by Toluna Quicksurveys showed…

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Creative Loafing noshes on Rick Scott’s ‘word salad’

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Some people get their news from an old-fashioned paper while drinking a cup of coffee in the morning. Some wait until the evening to catch the local TV news. Others peruse social media randomly and consume current events one headline at a time. And then there are Creative Loafing readers. These are a bunch typically in the know. They’ve probably gotten the gist of the day’s most important news from somewhere else. So, why do they head over to CL…

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Tampa Catholic church sues prominent local GOP activist Terri Gaffney

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When the words “Republican” and “Catholic Church” are placed into the same sentence, one generally assumes a close and loving relationship. After all, “God Bless” is the staple greeting among many conservatives (and is made all the more powerful when adding “America” at the end of it.) But one lawsuit filed by Christ the King Catholic Church against the general counsel of the Hillsborough County Republican Party proves not all Republicans are in favor with the Catholic Church. The Tampa…

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Carly Fiorina digital ad highlights ‘momentum’ in Iowa

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Carly Fiorina released the first digital ad in her race to be the Republican presidential nominee. The 90-second spot, titled “Momentum,” mentions the “early buzz” for the former Hewlett-Packard CEO as she becomes the only female candidate in a crowded GOP field. “We need leadership in the White House now that will unlock the potential of this great nation by changing the order of things in Washington, D.C.,” Fiorina says in a statement. “Challenging the status quo.” The ad, produced by the Carly…

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Marco Rubio to announce next campaign on April 13

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Closing in on an expected announcement that he will run for president, U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio said Monday that he is planning a political event in two weeks in Miami to announce his 2016 plans. The first-term Republican from Florida, appearing on Fox News, did not explicitly say he is running for the White House, instead telling would-be supporters to go to his website and reserve tickets for the rally. “I will announce on April 13 what I’m going to…

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