A Tale of Two Attorneys General-This Week on Senate Dems Update: Foreclosure Fraud-Harris vs. Bondi

TALLAHASSEE – In the ongoing foreclosure crisis, California and Florida have a lot in common when it comes to the high number of people caught in its grip, but that’s about where the similarities end. California’s attorney general has been aggressively pursuing banks and lender service companies, recently issuing another round of subpoenas in her drive to pursue criminal and civil charges on behalf of victims of mortgage fraud and other unscrupulous foreclosure practices.

In Florida, Attorney General Pam Bondi took a decidedly different track. Not only did she move to protect financial companies from criminal prosecution, but fired two of the most aggressive attorneys in her agency pursuing mortgage fraud shortly after taking office. News of the ouster prompted a flurry of activity to justify the abrupt dismissals, with the attorney general apparently more concerned with her own well being than that of victimized homeowners. “I can finally go to sleep now and quit worrying about how these women will attempt to destroy me,” Bondi confided in one late-night email.

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Latest Teacher Talk Episodes Discuss School Choice and Common Core State Standards

~ Experts highlight how parents and teachers have educational options available ~

TALLAHASSEE – The latest episodes of the popular Teacher Talk show are now available, highlighting the ins and outs of school choice options and the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). The shows highlight a Gadsden County charter school, the Florida Virtual School, and also include a presentation on the English/Language Arts common core standards by Student Achievement Partners Founder and Chief Executive Officer David Coleman, a key figure in developing the CCSS. Teacher Talk is hosted by the Department of Education’s Teacher Liaison, Kelly Seay.

“Florida schools continue to make great strides because of our commitment to rigorous standards,” said Kelly Seay. “The Common Core State Standards will motivate and challenge our students toward the goal of becoming the highest academic performers in the nation.”

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Citizens Against Gambling Expansion – Press Conference Video

Press Conference/Protest
November 22, 2011
12:00 Noon
In front of Senator Ellyn Bogdanoff West Palm Beach Office.

The link below will feature the press conference/protest held today at Senator Bogdanoff’s West Palm Beach Office.

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This Week on the Florida Senate Democrats’ Update

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Majority Report – October 20, 2011

The Florida Senate Majority Office is pleased to share its “Majority Report” for this week in the Florida Senate. View video from Senate Majority Leader Andy Gardiner.

Highlights include:
- Senate Committee on Reapportionment Discusses Scenarios for Redrawing District Lines
- Florida’s Budget Forecast Takes Shape

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Florida Legislature Reaches Milestone of 100 Maps from Floridians to Aid in Redistricting Efforts

Twenty-five times the number of maps submitted by Floridians compared to a decade ago

Tallahassee, Fla. – Following a statewide tour consisting of 27 meetings designed to gather public input into the redistricting process, House Redistricting Chairman Will Weatherford (R-Wesley Chapel) and Senate Reapportionment Committee Chairman Don Gaetz (R-Niceville) today announced the Florida Legislature has received the 100th publicly submitted map.

“Today, the Florida Legislature has reached a tremendous milestone in the redistricting process. This demonstrates that Floridians want to actively participate in the redistricting process and we are grateful for their valuable insight,” said Chairman Gaetz. “Never before have so many citizens taken the time to submit maps before the Legislature to use as a guide while redrawing Florida’s political boundary lines. While we repeatedly heard from special interest groups throughout the summer that they would have rather seen politicians draw redistricting plans in a Tallahassee echo chamber, we were committed to collecting public input and I sincerely believe it has paid off.”

“Thanks to the Floridians that have submitted maps, shared ideas and voiced concerns, we have received more public input on redistricting than ever before,” said Chairman Weatherford. “I commend those who have taken the time to draw a map and encourage others to continue sending us your ideas.”

Click below to view a special video message from Chairman Weatherford and Chairman Gaetz regarding this important milestone in the redistricting process.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZV9cjAypnqg&feature=player_embedded

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CFO Jeff Atwater: Welcome to Financial Football

Governor Rick Scott’s 2012 Legislative Preview

MEMORANDUM

DATE: October 11, 2011

TO: Interested Media

FROM: Brian Burgess, Communications Director
Executive Office of the Governor

RE: Governor Rick Scott’s 2012 Legislative Preview

Attached please find Governor Rick Scott’s 2012 Legislative Preview. Learn more about Governor Scott’s work to bring jobs to Florida by eliminating job-killing regulation, holding government accountable and making sure Florida has the best educated workforce.

Click here for the video version of Governor Rick Scott’s 2012 Legislative Preview.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please call Governor Scott’s press office at (850) 488-5394.

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Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

MEMORANDUM

DATE: October 7, 2011

TO: Interested Media

FROM: Brian Burgess, Communications Director
Executive Office of the Governor

RE: Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

Attached please find Governor Rick Scott’s weekly radio address. Learn more about Governor Scott’s work to bring jobs to Florida by eliminating job-killing regulation, holding government accountable and making sure Florida has the best educated workforce.

Click here for the video version of the Weekly Radio Address.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please call Governor Scott’s press office at (850) 488-5394.

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Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

MEMORANDUM

DATE: September 30, 2011

TO: Interested Media

FROM: Brian Burgess, Communications Director
Executive Office of the Governor

RE: Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

Attached please find Governor Rick Scott’s weekly radio address. Learn more about Governor Scott’s work to bring jobs to Florida by eliminating job-killing regulation, holding government accountable and making sure Florida has the best educated workforce.

Click here for the video version of the Weekly Radio Address.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please call Governor Scott’s press office at (850) 488-5394.

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Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

MEMORANDUM

DATE: September 23, 2011

TO: Interested Media

FROM: Brian Burgess, Communications Director
Executive Office of the Governor

RE: Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

Attached please find Governor Rick Scott’s weekly radio address. Learn more about Governor Scott’s work to bring jobs to Florida by eliminating job-killing regulation, holding government accountable and making sure Florida has the best educated workforce.

Click here for the video version of the Weekly Radio Address.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please call Governor Scott’s press office at (850) 488-5394.

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Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

MEMORANDUM

DATE: September 9, 2011

TO: Interested Media

FROM: Brian Burgess, Communications Director
Executive Office of the Governor

RE: Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

Attached please find Governor Rick Scott’s weekly radio address. Learn more about Governor Scott’s work to bring jobs to Florida by eliminating job-killing regulation, holding government accountable and making sure Florida has the best educated workforce.

Click here for the video version of the Weekly Radio Address.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please call Governor Scott’s press office at (850) 488-5394.

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Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

MEMORANDUM

DATE: July 29, 2011

TO: Interested Media

FROM: Brian Burgess, Communications Director
Executive Office of the Governor

RE: Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

Attached please find Governor Rick Scott’s weekly radio address. Learn more about Governor Scott’s work to bring jobs to Florida by eliminating job-killing regulation, holding government accountable and making sure Florida has the best educated workforce.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please call Governor Scott’s press office at (850) 488-5394.

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Mike Haridopolos: The Right Thing

Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

MEMORANDUM

DATE: July 15, 2011

TO: Interested Media

FROM: Brian Burgess, Communications Director
Executive Office of the Governor

RE: Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

Attached please find Governor Rick Scott’s weekly radio address. Learn more about Governor Scott’s work to bring jobs to Florida by eliminating job-killing regulation, holding government accountable and making sure Florida has the best educated workforce.

Click here for the video version of the Weekly Radio Address.

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Gov. Rick Scott’s Weekly Video Update – July 1, 2011

Florida Watch Action Launches “Pink Slip Puppet of the Week” featuring Mike Haridopolos

Website exposes Haridopolos’ dedication to Rick Scott’s anti-middle class agenda

ORLANDO — Florida Watch Action announced the launch of “Pink Slip Puppet of the Week” on Thursday, June 30th. The site will feature Florida legislators who carried water for Rick Scott during the 2011 legislative session. Sen. Mike Haridopolos is the first named Puppet.
The organization also launched a video parodying Haridopolos’ support for Rick Scott that highlights statements by both Haridopolos and the Governor illustrating the website’s message:

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Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

MEMORANDUM

DATE: June 24, 2011

TO: Interested Media

FROM: Brian Burgess, Communications Director
Executive Office of the Governor

RE: Governor Rick Scott’s Weekly Radio Address

Attached please find Governor Rick Scott’s weekly radio address. Learn more about Governor Scott’s work to bring jobs to Florida by eliminating job-killing regulation, holding government accountable and making sure Florida has the best educated workforce.

Click here for the video version.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please call Governor Scott’s press office at (850) 488-5394.

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Mike Haridopolos for U.S. Senate: A Message…and a Record

Mother’s Day Message from Governor Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott

DATE: May 7, 2011

TO: Interested Media

FROM: Brian Burgess, Communications Director
Executive Office of the Governor

RE: Mother’s Day Message from Governor Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott

Click here to view a Mother’s Day message from Governor Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott. Find the full text below.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please call Governor Scott’s press office at (850) 488-5394.

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