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- 08172012
The Florida Roundup on WLRN, August 17, 2012
On today's show: The results are in from Tuesday's elections. What's it mean for South Florida? The winning primary candidates now have their sites on November. Pit bulls are still outlaws in Miami. And Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Gimenez gets to keep his job--which he won last year with the help of billionaire car dealer Norman Braman. But Braman was less successful this year when it came to replacing commissioners. Has Braman been dethroned from his role as kingmaker? With low voter turnout, we ask you: Why won’t South Floridians vote? Plus: Florida seniors wonder about the future of Medicare and Social Security as Mitt Romney chooses Paul Ryan for a running mate. Host Phil Latzman discusses the week that was around our region and our state with Kelley Mitchell of WLRN - Miami Herald News, Aaron Sharockman of PolitiFact Florida and Dan Ricker of WatchdogReport.net.
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City of Miami and Miami Dade cut from unions in proposed budgets
Both the City of Miami and Miami-Dade County officials plan on lowering taxes this year. They say they won’t be making big cuts to personnel or services, either. WLRN’s Ashley Lopez reports that in this round of budget negotiations, unions will be among those likely to get shortchanged.
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Immigration activists 'infiltrate' Broward Transitional Center
In South Florida, immigration activists have taken civil disobedience to a new level. Reporter Luc Cohen tells us that a number of undocumented activists have purposely gotten themselves detained.
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Sen. Rubio Says Olympics Tax Unfair
U-S Olympians get hit with a tax on the honorarium they get for winning gold. Matt Laslo reports that Florida Republican Senator Marco Rubio is trying to end that.
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Reading camp for English language learners
Kids learning English in Ft. Lauderdale are getting free help with reading this summer. A six-week camp has been growing steadily since it was founded four years ago. And now, because of changes in Florida testing requirements, these kids are being challenged to learn reading and writing… faster. But as StateImpact Florida reporter Gina Jordan tells us, camp volunteers say the program is about much more than a test.
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Florida GOP, Dems zero in on Senate District 34 race
A newly-drawn South Florida voting district is ground zero for a showdown between two incumbent state Senators. Reporter Christine DiMattei tells us why the battle for Senate District 34 is shaping up to be the number-one political race to watch.
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Campaign for State House Seat in Miami Becomes Ugly Personal Fight
One of the ugliest primary races in the state is going on here in South Florida. Two Republican former state lawmakers are battling it out for a Florida House seat in Miami. WLRN’s Ashley Lopez reports that the race has been a series of slurs against each man’s moral character.
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Tampa International Airport has New Volunteer Ambassador Program
Just in time for the Republican National Convention, people traveling through Tampa International Airport now have volunteers to greet them with a smile. WUSF's Yoselis Ramos tells us it's all part of the airport's new Volunteer Ambassador Program.
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Florida Republicans still haven't announced convention delegates
The Republican Party of Florida still hasn’t announced who will represent the state at the Republican National Convention in Tampa. Gina Jordan tells us Florida will only get to seat half the normal number of delegates.
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The search is on for new ed commissioner
The Florida Board of Education voted this morning to hire a search firm to find qualified candidates for the job of state Education Commissioner. As WJCT’s Cyd Hoskinson reports, K-through-12 Education Chancellor Pam Stewart will fill in while the board looks for Gerard Robinson’s replacement.
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Crist Backs Democrat in Fla. Senate Race
Former Florida Governor Charlie Crist announced he’s backing Democratic Senator Bill Nelson in his reelection battle. But Matt Laslo reports from Washington that the former Republican governor has yet to even reach out to Nelson personally.
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Whooping Cough Rebounds in South Florida
Whooping (Hooping) cough, or pertussis (per-TUH-sis) is making a resurgence in South Florida. WLRN Miami Herald Reporter Marva Hinton tells us the disease can be fatal.
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Moise challenges Wilson in District 24
The primary for the Democratic nomination for District 24 U.S. representative will take place on August 14. As Luc Cohen reports, the race pits underdog Dr. Rudolph Moise against current District 17 representative Frederica Wilson.
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The Florida Roundup on WLRN, Aug. 3, 2012
Citizens Insurance has a $6 billion reserve, and FPL profits are up. But both say they need to raise rates. With August primaries around the corner, there’s scandal brewing with absentee ballots. And we learn locally-shot television series are thinking about moving out. Guest host Michael Mayo speaks with panelists, Glenn Garvin of the Miami Herald, Brian Bandell of the South Florida Business Journal and Brittany Wallman of the Sun Sentinel.
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Leyva wins bronze
Cuban-born American gymnast Danell Leyva, who trains at his parents' gym in West Kendall, had a big day at the Olympics Wednesday. Miami Herald Sportswriter Michelle Kauffman is in London. She spoke with WLRN's Marva Hinton about covering the games and Leyva's performance.
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Surging Burger King aims for China market
Miami-based Burger King is reporting that its earnings rose 60 percent in the second quarter, partly because of new menu offerings but mostly because of its expansion overseas. As WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone tells us, that's good for Burger King...but maybe not so good for its new customers.
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Miami Dade Mayoral Race Taken Over By Absentee Ballot Fraud Scandal
The race for Miami-Dade mayor has been taken over by an absentee ballot fraud scandal. WLRN’s Ashley Lopez reports that this scandal has set the tone for an otherwise sleepy race between two similar candidates.
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Early voting begins for primaries
On most Tuesdays we discuss issues related to state and regional politics. In most counties, Early voting around the state begins Saturday for many key primary races in Florida. And while the stakes are higher in November's winner-take-all general election, what happens in some races on August 14th could render the fall vote moot. Phil Latzman spoke with Miami Herald political and state editor Sergio Bustos about the key Congressional races with important primaries.
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Two try for open seat in state senate
Two South Florida Democrats are vying for a promotion in the Florida Legislature. WLRN's Ashley Lopez reports that both politicians are hoping an election to an open state Senate seat will make them more effective.
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Bill Nelson Says He'll Work With Republicans to Avert Defense Cuts
US Senator Bill Nelson says he’s prepared work with Republican senators to avert big military spending cuts. The Florida Democrat says he’ll support three Republican senators who held a public meeting in Tampa Monday morning to talk about the upcoming cuts. From member station WMFE, Matthew Peddie reports.
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Lynn U. debate to focus on foreign policy
When President Barack Obama and his Republican challenger, Mitt Romney, face off at Boca Raton’s Lynn University this fall, their debate will focus on foreign policy. As Christine DiMattei tells us, the school that prides itself on its global appeal is already preparing to bring the discussion into its classrooms:
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Integrity Florida wants more financial disclosure from state leaders
A new report details the risk of corruption among Florida lawmakers because of the state’s financial disclosure rules. Gina Jordan tells us a nonpartisan government watchdog group is asking the Legislature to adopt tougher requirements.
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Florida starts early voting with dual election laws
Monroe County has begun early voting for the August 14th primary. However Monroe and only four other counties are the only ones that have started. WLRN’s Ashley Lopez reports that this is because the state is breaking its own law.
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Smugglers, beware: New Coast Guard cutters are faster and better
One of the Coast Guard's new, faster cutters swept unassumingly into Port Everglades this (Monday)morning. As WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone tells us, it'll be a South Florida cutter with a mostly Broward County crew.
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Study reminds state, Obamacare will help the already ill
The campaign to change the public mood about the Affordable Care Act, known to some as Obamacare, continues today. A new study suggests at least 1 in 4 Floridians could benefit from one of the health care reform law's most visible benefits. More from WLRN-Miami Herald reporter Rick Stone.
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McCain in Florida to campaign against defense spending cuts
Former Republican presidential candidate John McCain--and a rumored vice presidential contender--are in Florida this morning to rally support against pending Defense cuts. Matt Laslo reports from Washington that Democrats say it's all politics.
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Using Cell Phones in Class: Is it Time for Schools to Change Their Policy?
"If I see it in class...it's mine." That's the policy many teachers have on cell phones. But banning cell phone use doesn't mean students aren't still distracted. StateImpact Florida education reporter Sarah Gonzalez has more
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'Burn Notice' May Be Forced Out of Miami
The bad guys may not be able finish off Michael Westen in the USA Network TV show "Burn Notice," but it looks like the city of Miami may. That is, in terms of filming the show on location in Miami. Reporter Kelley Mitchell has the details.
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Jamaica celebrates 50 years of independence from Britain
Jamaica celebrates its 50th anniversary of independence from the United Kingdom this year on August 6th. South Florida, particularly Broward County, is home to one of the largest populations of Jamaican immigrants in the U.S. The Miami Herald Business Journalist Karen Burkett looks back at the island's economic and political history.
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Integrity Florida wants more financial disclosure from state leaders
A new report details the risk of corruption among Florida lawmakers because of the state’s financial disclosure rules. Gina Jordan tells us a nonpartisan government watchdog group is asking the Legislature to adopt tougher requirements.
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