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Matt Walsh
June 29, 2016

Hooray for the Brits!

The U.K.’s vote to exit the EU comes at a propitious time. As we celebrate the 240th anniversary of our independence, Brexit reminds us of the meaning of liberty.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Matt Walsh
June 23, 2016

Barwin overshoots on guns

In the wake of incidents like the Orlando massacre, government officials can’t resist the urge to do something. But they always want to intervene in ways that restrict your liberty.

Sarasota
Opinion

Observer Staff
June 23, 2016

Letter to the Editor: Sarasota 06.23.16

A resident takes issue with a proposed Stickney Point project — and asks a developer to give back to the neighboring community.

Sarasota
Opinion

Matt Walsh
June 22, 2016

Myths about the AR-15 and bans on weapons

The editors at National Review dispelled a few AR-15 myths that everyone in Congress and all anti-gun Americans would do well to read.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Observer Staff
June 16, 2016

Your morning joe could be your new BFF

Despite many myths surrounding coffee, research shows it is a most beneficial beverage for your health.

Health

Observer Staff
June 2, 2016

What’s the plan?

Year-round Sarasotans enjoy the pace of summer. But although it is more relaxed, you still hear residents asking: What’ s the grand plan to head off the coming traffic crisis?

Sarasota
Opinion

Observer Staff
June 2, 2016

Will Rubio run?

Can a tiger change its stripes?

Sarasota
Opinion

Matt Walsh
May 26, 2016

Profile in courage

Congratulations to Sarasota County commissioners. They said no to crony capitalism. That doesn’t mean we’re anti-business. It means we don’t believe in unearned benefits.

Sarasota
Opinion

Matt Walsh
May 26, 2016

Everyone loses with new overtime rules

Here’s another loss to productivity and the American spirit to get ahead.

Sarasota
Opinion

Observer Staff
May 16, 2016

Open letter: Don't forget horrors of Castro regime

Americans, as well as Cubans, have suffered in the decades following the Cuban revolution.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Observer Staff
May 12, 2016

Want to get healthy? Get a dog.

Not only will a canine friend help you get more exercise, he can also help liven your mood and improve your overall well-being.

Health

Matt Walsh
May 4, 2016

How the beat the traffic

Bike lanes, public transit and a narrower Fruitville won’t solve Sarasota’s traffic congestion. Fact is, expanding capacity on the most congested roads is the way to go.

Longboat Key
Opinion

Matt Walsh
April 28, 2016

Another test on housing

The Sarasota City Commission is expected to vote Monday on Harvey Vengroff’s affordable apartment project. An independent study sees it as a national model.

Sarasota
Opinion

Matt Walsh
April 21, 2016

The five-year relief plan

FDOT is expected to start in June improving U.S. 41 and Gulfstream and Fruitville. The good news: It will take half the normal time. Bad news: It’ll take five years.

Sarasota
Opinion

Matt Walsh
April 21, 2016

Let’s talk about ‘fair’ and ‘rigged’

Sarasota resident offers this assessment on the subject of “fairness.”

Sarasota
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Hooray for the Brits!

Barwin overshoots on guns

Letter to the Editor: Sarasota 06.23.16

Myths about the AR-15 and bans on weapons

Your morning joe could be your new BFF

What’s the plan?

Will Rubio run?

Profile in courage

Everyone loses with new overtime rules

Open letter: Don't forget horrors of Castro regime

Want to get healthy? Get a dog.

How the beat the traffic

Another test on housing

The five-year relief plan

Let’s talk about ‘fair’ and ‘rigged’

Sarasota charter official evaluations begin this month

You'd better watch out: Tow-away zones set for Sarasota holiday parade

Holiday display at Selby Gardens boasts over 2 million lights

Hurricane season ends without Florida landfall

Former MLB pitcher and local pizzeria owner is an author

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