Of the local August 28th primary election races, perhaps none was more contentious than the District 4 County Commission race which pitted incumbent Republican Curt Smith against former District 3 … [Read More...] about Smith sent paid staff to Republican Party campaign strategy meeting
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Brevard County District 2 Commissioner Jim Barfield stipulates to two ethics violations, pays $1,750 in fines
Almost one year to the day local political activist Matt Nye filed an ethics complaint against him for misstating his finances on his Form 6 financial disclosures, Brevard County District 2 Commissioner Jim Barfield's representative stipulated at the January … [Read More...] about Brevard County District 2 Commissioner Jim Barfield stipulates to two ethics violations, pays $1,750 in fines
Commissioner Smith seeks to shut down Commissioner Tobia, free speech at Commission meetings
In a move that can be described as both authoritarian and hypocritical, District 4 Commissioner Curt Smith has proposed a "civility ordinance" designed to muzzle Commissioners who might question or criticize the expenditures, actions or comments of other … [Read More...] about Commissioner Smith seeks to shut down Commissioner Tobia, free speech at Commission meetings
Important to remember how Needelman conviction came to pass
Florida Today, November 1st, 2017 Dear Editor, On Tuesday, justice was served in the Needelman trial. While credit is due to FDLE and state attorney's office for the investigation and prosecution, without the tenacity of Clerk of Courts Scott Ellis, none … [Read More...] about Important to remember how Needelman conviction came to pass
Brevard Tea Party Organizer, Republican Liberty Caucus National Chairman Matt Nye files for Florida House 52 seat
MELBOURNE, FL - Local political activist Matt Nye has filed to run against Representative Thad Altman in the District 52 Florida House race. Mr. Nye organized the Brevard Tea Parties and currently serves as the Chairman of the Republican Liberty Caucus, the … [Read More...] about Brevard Tea Party Organizer, Republican Liberty Caucus National Chairman Matt Nye files for Florida House 52 seat
Why is the GOP folding a winning hand on health care reform?
One thing that never ceases to amaze is the Republican Party’s uncanny ability to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. When the Democrats have control of the levers of power they work ruthlessly to get their agenda passed, even if it means using arcane … [Read More...] about Why is the GOP folding a winning hand on health care reform?
What is the best path forward electorally for liberty in 2018 and beyond?
This past Saturday I sat in on an interesting session at FreedomFest in Las Vegas. It was entitled “What will it take to win in 2018, 2020 – and beyond?”, and the panel was populated by several notable libertarian figures, one of whom was Nick Sarwark, the … [Read More...] about What is the best path forward electorally for liberty in 2018 and beyond?