There is mounting criticism directed at Leon County Democratic Executive Committee Chair Ryan Ray from other Democrats about Ray’s role as the LCDEC chair – he was elected in 2022 – and his position as the aide to City Commissioner Jeremy Matlow. In addition to a complaint filed by city commission candidate Rudy Ferguson alleging […]
On June 25th, WFSU held a forum hosting City Commission seat 1 candidates including Louis Dilbert, Rudy Ferguson and incumbent Jack Porter. Law Enforcement When asked to grade TPD on how well they’re fighting violent crime, Dilbert noted that since the violent crime was increasing, he would have to grade them a C. He also […]
On Tuesday, June 25th, the Network of Entrepreneurs and Business Advocates (NEBA) forum featuring Tallahassee city commission Seat 1 candidates, Commissioner Curtis Richardson and challenger Dot Inman- Johnson, revealed candidate positions on important issues and addressed the progressive versus moderate Democrat split on the city commission. The divide between the candidates became obvious before the […]
Rudy Ferguson, a candidate for Tallahassee City Commission and challenger to Commissioner Jack Porter, filed a complaint with the Florida Democratic Party accusing officials with the Leon County Democratic Executive Committee (LDEC) – including Chairman Ryan Ray – of siding against him in the Porter race. In addition, the complaint documents that Ray asked Ferguson […]
This does not happen every political cycle. On June 7, Tallahassee City Commissioner Jeremy Matlow announced he was creating a new political committee to support the campaigns of current City Commissioner Jack Porter and Dot Inman-Johnson, a challenger to current City Commissioner Curtis Richardson. In a social media post, Matlow wrote, in “response to the […]
On April 10th, local candidates for political office filed their latest campaign contribution and expense reports with Leon County Supervisor of Elections. While primary election day, August 20, is still months away, the reports are beginning to provide information on what races will be competitive and which incumbents may not be challenged. Incumbents without a […]
Leon County Sheriff Walt McNeil will Seek Re-Election On March 25th, Leon County Sheriff Walt McNeil announced his decision to seek re-election. “I’m excited to announce my re-election campaign for Sheriff. It has been my honor & privilege to serve Leon County,” McNeil posted on social media. McNeil was elected Sheriff of Leon County in […]
The longstanding tradition of local elected officials remaining publicly “neutral” in elections that involve colleagues has fallen victim to the battle for control of the city commission between the progressive movement in Tallahassee and traditional Democrats in recent election cycles. This cycle will be no different. With the city commission stuck in 3-2 split on […]
On Friday, Leon County Commissioner Christian Caban announced his bid for re-election for County Commission District 2. Caban defeated Hannah Crow in the 2022 race for the seat held by Jimbo Jackson, who tragically passed away in May, 2022. In the press release (provided below), Caban stated he “proudly launches his campaign for re-election” and […]
As the local political campaign season gets underway, ahead of the 2024 primary & general elections, TR will periodically provide information on candidates and races. If you are a candidate with newsworthy information – a position on a relevant issue or a response to a news item – please contact me directly at 850-766-6208 or […]