Today on Context Florida: The GOP needs someone like Pope Francis, says Mark O’Brien. The Republicans seem bereft of likable, innovative leaders, who — like Francis — walk the walk when it comes to core values.
Charlie Crist’s “flip-flop” on the Cuba embargo was right, according to Steve Kurlander, and he is entitled to change his mind. China is making a “threatening play” for influence in Cuba, and it is time to flood the island with “Cuban exiles, Florida businesses and American tourists toting iPads, smart phones and lots of cash.”
Florida’s “Pop Tart” bill — children simulating firearms while playing will not be subject to discipline — is promoting preemption by the state, says Marc Yacht. It interferes with school authority and is wrong.
Shannon Nickinson points out that Pensacola’s ban on blankets for the homeless – a law prohibiting camping in public places — highlights the “unknown consequences” arise when government tries to insert itself into the homeless issue.
