Tag: Civic engagement
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Transforming Culture Into Power—Backed by Real Economic Strength
The Orlando Voice Politics is pleased to introduce Crystal Negron, a rising voice in Central Florida politics and a passionate advocate for Hispanic community empowerment. As someone who understands both the challenges and opportunities facing our region’s fastest-growing demographic, Crystal brings a unique perspective to the intersection of economic development and civic engagement. Read more
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Questions About Key Witness Could Impact Orlando District 5 Race
By David WashingtonThe Orlando Voice & J & Washington’s The Blog and The Informer Newsletter The criminal case against suspended Orlando District 5 Commissioner Regina Hill has taken an interesting turn. Questions are being raised about Sandra Lewis, one of the main witnesses prosecutors plan to use against Hill. Who Is Sandra Lewis? Sandra Lewis Read more
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Miami’s Election Postponement Sparks Questions About Orlando’s Off-Cycle Voting
The Miami Precedent: A Battle Over Democratic Participation The controversy surrounding Miami’s decision to postpone its 2025 municipal elections has sent shockwaves through Florida’s political landscape. Miami city commissioners voted Thursday to cancel this year’s municipal election and postpone it until 2026, approving a controversial ordinance to move city elections to even-numbered years — a Read more
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Understanding the America Party: A Fresh Perspective for Orlando Residents
Hey, Orlando! If you’ve ever felt like the same old political parties don’t quite speak for you—or that the news doesn’t tell the whole story—you’re not alone. There’s a new player in the political scene called the America Party, launched by Elon Musk, and it’s worth taking a closer look at what it’s all about. Read more
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🚨House passes Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill”🚨
The House passed President Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” on Thursday. The Orlando Voice’s Political Editor, David Washington, joins LiveNOW from FOX to discuss the latest. 🎥https://www.livenowfox.com/video/1668880 David Washington is The Orlando Voice Politics Editor and CEO of J & Washington LLC, a central Florida political consulting firm specializing in campaign management and public affairs. Join the Read more
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Florida’s 2025-2026 Budget: What Got Left Behind
The Big Picture On June 30, 2025, Governor Ron DeSantis signed off on Florida’s $117.4 billion budget—but the real story lies in what he cut. While the Florida Senate gave the plan a unanimous green light, only Reps. Angie Nixon (D–Jacksonville) and Dotie Joseph (D–North Miami) opposed it in the House. DeSantis then took a Read more
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Supreme Court Limits Federal Judges’ Power to Block Trump Immigration Policies Nationwide
Court’s 6-3 ruling narrows scope of judicial orders but leaves citizenship question unresolved By David Washington, The Orlando Voice Politics Editor The Supreme Court delivered a significant victory to the Trump administration on Friday, ruling 6-3 to limit federal judges’ authority to issue nationwide injunctions against government policies. The decision came in response to lower Read more
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Special Election Victories in Central Florida: Bracy Davis and Young Claim Democratic Nods, Set for September Showdown
Tuesday night’s special primary elections in Central Florida’s Senate District 15 and House District 40 delivered decisive victories for two rising Democratic leaders, setting the stage for a high-stakes general election on September 2. LaVon Bracy Davis and RaShon Young emerged victorious in their respective primaries, each overcoming competitive fields and now shifting focus to Read more
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When Campaign Literature Masquerades as News: A Line We Won’t Cross
By David Washington, The Orlando Voice Politics Editor Recently, Orlando District 5 Commissioner Shaniqua “Shan” Rose submitted what can only be described as campaign promotional material to The Orlando Voice, requesting we publish it as legitimate news content. While we respect Commissioner Rose’s service to District 5, we cannot—and will not—blur the fundamental line between Read more
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The Orlando Voice Voter Guide: 2025 Special Election FL HD 40 🗳️ Democrats Travaris McCurdy and RaShon Young
In this special election, the landscape is shaped by experience, community roots, and the ability to build coalitions-qualities that separate contenders from pretenders. Read more