Bob McKnight

Post # 52, Bob McKnight's Subscription Commentary When the Florida Legislature is in Session, we often hear the expression, "Now I have heard everything." Well, here goes again: Under Governor Rick Scott's (R, FL) Administration, agencies at all levels apparently often took exception to citizens petitioning their government for public information. If a public information request was made under Chapter 120 of the Florida Statutes dealing with the Administrative Procedures Ac

Post # 25, Bob McKnight's Subscription Commentary During book signings, speaking to community organizations, and general questions from the press, I am often asked about basic Civics. Although some of the questions surprise me with their fundamental founding, it has caused me to conclude that we have a problem in America. We really don't understand how our government operates. I realize all of us have other responsibilities to care for our families, complete our work, and

With the start of the 2017 Session of the Florida Legislature, a large number of new members are searching to find their political 'sea legs.' All members go through their maiden experience, some with success, others not so much. In 1974 as a freshman member of the House of Representatives, I remember advice I got from two of the Legislative giants of all time: Senator Bob Graham (D., Miami Lakes) The Senator and I shared seats on a plane ride from Tallahassee back to our d

As of this writing, we are almost down to the wire of the 2016 Presidential Election. With some very few exceptions, it seems the election is going to come down to a half a dozen states--the so called "Super Swing States." I thought it might be interesting to opine on who might be able to most influence (in exchange for a resounding endorsement) the outcome for the clear favorite, Democrat Hillary Clinton. Here are the states and the key 'swing' endorsements: Florida - Fo