Opinion

Matt Walsh
October 13, 2016

The amendments …

Once again, Florida voters will find their ballot full of proposed constitutional amendments. Don’t let the wording fool you. Here is what they really mean.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Observer Staff
October 13, 2016

Readers respond: Is Sarasota Fun?

We asked, and you told us whether you thought the city of Sarasota was an exciting place to be — and what officials should do to make it more fun.

Sarasota
Opinion

Observer Staff
October 12, 2016

Longboat Key Letters to the Editor

Roundabout will worsen traffic woes

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Opinion

Adrian Moore
October 6, 2016

Amendment 1: Bad for the future

This proposed amendment appears to be for solar power. A closer look reveals its true intent is to protect utility companies’ profits.

Sarasota
Opinion

By Carlos Beruff
October 5, 2016

My View: Why I ran for the U.S. Senate

We are foolish if we think we will achieve change by sending the same people back to run our government again and again.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Matt Walsh
October 5, 2016

Your ‘fair share’

One of the presidential candidates has a mantra of vowing to make you rich people pay your ‘fair share’ (i.e. more) in taxes. But what is ‘fair?’ And who defines it?

Longboat Key
Opinion

Matt Walsh
September 29, 2016

Colony deal: No sure bet

For Unicorp and Colony Beach & Tennis Resort unit owners to close on the proposed sale, Unicorp must clear high hurdles: the town, Colony neighbors and LBK voters.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Matt Walsh
September 29, 2016

Florida Voter Snapshot: Part II

How the I-4 corridor goes, Florida goes

Longboat Key
Opinion

Matt Walsh
September 29, 2016

What leadership can do

Greater Sarasota-Manatee shares similarities with Colorado Springs. Both are growth markets with attractive amenities. But there’s one huge difference: leadership.