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Here’s the day that was — and will be — in Florida politics.

The moment South Florida politicians and strategists learned U.S. Rep. Ted Deutch wouldn't seek re-election in 2022, they began assessing who would try to succeed him. Many state and local officials are considering candidacies.

The moment South Florida politicians and strategists learned U.S. Rep. Ted Deutch wouldn't seek re-election in 2022, they began assessing who would try to succeed him. Many state and local officials are considering candidacies.

Work will very soon begin on Disney Cruise Line's second port in the Bahamas, Lighthouse Point.

Since late January of 2012, the Washington Examiner’s Paul Bedard has once a week featured a “Mainstream Media Scream” selection in his “Washington Secrets” column. For each pick, usually posted online on Monday, I provide an explanation and recommend a “scream” rating (scale of one to five).

Democrats tried to stop Republicans who control Florida government from implementing a ban on abortions after the 15th week of pregnancy, warning it would produce a political backlash in 2022. Now, with Florida about to enact the restrictions, the backlash shows little sign of materializing, even as the Legislature is advancing other high profile conservative social causes.

FSU celebrates its 16th president, Richard McCullough.

The bill regulates discussions about sexual orientation or gender identity in public schools, and enables parents to file a lawsuit for a violation.

The bill regulates discussions about sexual orientation or gender identity in public schools, and enables parents to file a lawsuit for a violation.

The Florida House on Thursday passed an education measure that would prohibit instruction about sexual orientation and gender identity in early grades, as Republicans disputed a "don't say gay" moniker that critics gave the bill.