The Pragmatist
On Aug. 28, U.S. Rep. Carlos Curbelo successfully defended his incumbency by defeating political newcomer Souraya Faas in Florida’s primary election. In November, the Republican will face...
MONROE COUNTY COMMISSION CANDIDATE QUESTIONNAIRE
The cities of Key West, Marathon and Islamorada have already begun changes on land development regulations in order to accept 300 affordable housing allocations (per city), gifted...
Down to Two – Mayoral candidates address the issues
Around the country, women candidates are breaking records this year. From Congress to gubernatorial races, women are dominating elections and the Key West mayoral race is right...
Marathon City Council Candidate Questions of the Week
Should the City of Marathon spend money on a “splash pad?” How much should the city spend and where should it be installed?
Mark Senmartin*
I am currently pursuing...
Mosquito Control Candidates Debate Drone Usage
The board recently approved the purchase of two helicopters for $3.6 million. Why not drones?
Ralph De Palma (D):
I am a licensed commercial pilot and hold airframe...
BOCC Candidates Tackle Tough Questions
COMMISSION
How do you balance the Upper Keys residents’ tourism fatigue — with more daytrippers and traffic jams — and the appetite for the tourist dollar in the...
Village Council Candidates Tackle Important Questions
At a recent council meeting, the Village waived more than $25,000 in code fines for a hurricane-damaged property owner. How would you have voted and what would...
Marathon City Council Candidate Questions of the Week
Should the City of Marathon spend money on a “splash pad?” How much should the city spend and where should it be installed?
Mark Senmartin*
I am currently pursuing...
Mosquito Control Candidates Debate Drone Usage
The board recently approved the purchase of two helicopters for $3.6 million. Why not drones?
Ralph De Palma (D):
I am a licensed commercial pilot and hold airframe and...
Voting on State Amendments
Amendments are certainly the most confusing part of any voter ballot. Here’s the Weekly cheat sheet. We did the best we could deciphering the political mumbo jumbo,...
