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2023

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Unpacking former President Donald Trump's fourth indictment this year
August 15, 2023
Political analyst and Executive Director of the JU Public Policy Institute Rick Mullaney joins The Morning Show to unpack former President Donald Trump's fourth indictment this year.
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Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis battling for the Republican presidential nomination
August 9, 2023
The Republican run for president seems Florida-centric. It also seems ripe with potential trouble. Former President Donald Trump facing mounting legal battles. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis facing changes to a struggling campaign. Institute Executive Director examines the race.
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History in the making: Donna Deegan sworn in as the first woman to lead the River City
July 1, 2023
History was made Saturday morning with Donna Deegan’s inauguration, making her the first woman to lead the River City.
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Supreme Court on affirmative action in admissions
June 29, 2023
Institute Director Rick Mullaney weighs in on the Supreme Courts decision to strike down affirmative action in college admissions, declaring race cannot be a factor and forcing institutions of higher education to look for new ways to achieve diverse student bodies.
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Donald Trump indictment
June 18, 2023
Institute Director Rick Mullaney discusses the Donald Trump indictments and how another court case affects the 45th president.
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Rick Mullaney Hosts "This Week in Jacksonville"
June 11, 2023
Institute Director Rick Mullaney hosts "This Week in Jacksonville" interviewing Jaguars President Mark Lamping, incoming City Council President, Ron Salem, and Jacksonville University College of Law, Dean Nick Allard.
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Donna Deegan becoming Jacksonville's first female mayor.
May 17, 2023
Institute Director Rick Mullaney discusses national headlines indicating a major upset upon Donna Deegan becoming Jacksonville's first female mayor.
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Mayoral Candidate Forum
May 3, 2023
Donna Deegan faces questions from local media members during mayoral forum.
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President's plan to run again, and the former president who may be waiting for a rematch
April 30, 2023
Institute Director Rick Mullaney appears on "This Week in Jacksonville" discussing president's plan to run again, and the former president who may be waiting for a rematch.
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Florida's new 15-week abortion ban
April 15, 2023
News4JAX Political Analyst and Executive Director of the Jacksonville University Public Policy Institute Rick Mullaney talks about the impact of the new Florida abortion law.
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Jacksonville Mayor primary election results
March 22, 2023
Institute Director Rick Mullaney discusses the Jacksonville mayor election results with Bruce Hamilton on the "The Morning Show".
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Key Takeaways from the Jacksonville Mayoral Debate
March 8, 2023
Institute Director Rick Mullaney discusses the key takeaways from the 2023 Jacksonville Mayoral Debate.
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Key takeaways from Biden's State of the Union Address
February 8, 2023
Institute Director Rick Mullaney Analyzes President Biden’s 2023 State of the Union Address.
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What to expect in 2023 and the open seat for mayor
January 8, 2023
Institute Director Rick Mullaney joins "This Week in Jacksonville" on News4Jax, discussing what to expect in 2023 and the open seat for mayor.

2022

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Kent Justice & political analyst Rick Mullaney analyze Jacksonville Sheriff's Debate
August 10, 2022
The debate was moderated by News4JAX anchor and host of This Week in Jacksonville Kent Justice and made possible with the help of our political analyst Rick Mullaney, who’s the JU Public Policy Institute Director. What are some of Mullaney’s takeaways? He and Kent share their thoughts.
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Roe v. Wade overturned - What's next?
June 27, 2022
Institute Director Rick Mullaney joins "This Week in Jacksonville" on News4Jax, discussing the the most consequential Supreme Court decision in decades that will transform the landscape of women's reproductive health in America.
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JEA indictments CEO Aaron Zahn and CFO Ryun Wannamacher
March 7, 2022
Institute director Rick Mullaney discusses the recent indictments in the JEA scandal.
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DCPS tax proposal and JEA indictments
March 13, 2022
Institute director Rick Mullaney and News4Jax host, Kent Justice discuss the new DCPS tax proposal and recent JEA indictments on This Week in Jacksonville.
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High profile candidates in sheriff, mayor, council races
March 4, 2022
Institute Director Rick Mullaney discusses the upcoming elections in Jacksonville and the candidates looking for a vote.
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Key takeaways from Biden’s State of the Union Address
March 2, 2022
Institute Director Rick Mullaney breaks down Biden's State of the Union Address focusing on the war in Ukraine.
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Tuesday city council election- 20% voter turnout: Higher than anticipated
February 22, 2022
Institute Director Rick Mullaney weighs in on the Jacksonville City Council Special Election.
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Senators take on topic of abortion in Florida
February 18, 2022
Institute Director Rick Mullaney weighs in on the abortion legislation happening in Florida.
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Supreme Court decision to halt vaccine rule
January 26, 2022
Institute Director Rick Mullaney offers his analysis of the Supreme Court decision to halt the vaccine rule.
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Voting reform in Congress is closer to a conclusion
January 18, 2022
Institute Director Rick Mullaney provides his expertise surrounding the voting reform in Congress.
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Florida begins its 2022 legislative session
January 11, 2022
Institute Director Rick Mullaney provides insight on the start of the 2022 legislative session.
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January 6th Anniversary of the Capitol attack
January 6, 2022
Institute Director Rick Mullaney reflects on the Capitol attack in 2021 and discusses how our nation will remember and move past the events that took place.

2021

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DeSantis pushes for police, teacher bonuses in budget plan
December 9, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney analyzes DeSantis' budget.
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Results from Tuesday’s special election shows changing trend with Jacksonville voters
December 8, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney discusses election turnout, specifically low voter turnout.
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Mississippi abortion case
December 5, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney breaks down the Mississippi abortion case.
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The Future of Roe v. Wade
December 1, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney provides a breakdown of the U.S. Supreme Court hearing concerning the Mississippi abortion law and its potential impact on the future of Roe v. Wade.
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Special Session and Vaccine Mandates
November 16, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney discusses the Special Session and vaccine mandates with Bruce Hamilton on WJXT Channel 4 Morning Show.
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Val Demings interview and preview of special session in Tallahassee
November 14, 2021
Institute director Rick Mullaney interviewed Congresswoman Val Demings discussing her trip to the Jacksonville ports and the bipartisan infrastructure bill. Also, Mr. Mullaney and Kent Justice discuss the special legislative session called by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
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Shockwave through the nation surrounding Virginia, New Jersey and other election results
November 4, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney breaks down the surprising governor election results of 2021 with reporter Kent Justice.
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County To County: Inflation Will Be 'A Big Issue' In 2022 Midterms
October 27, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney shared his expertise with MSNBC's Stephanie Ruhle about the impact inflation will have on the 2022 and 2024 elections.
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MSNBC County to County Coverage
October 22, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney weighed in on the midterm elections with Shaquille Brewster as part of MSNBC's County to County coverage and covering Duval as a critical swing county.
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A look at Jacksonville's downtown growth and what comes next after Congress avoids shutdown
October 1, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT's This Week in Jacksonville show to discuss facets of Congress avoiding shutdown.
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Newsom defeats California election recall
September 15, 2021
Director Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT Channel 4 to discuss the California recall election and the impact on midterm elections next year.
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Should DeSantis defer to home rule on mask mandate?
August 15, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney quoted in Washington Post article.
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Resignation of Andrew Cuomo
August 11, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT's Morning Show to discuss the resignation of Andrew Cuomo.
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Analyzing Testimony at the Select Committee’s First Hearing on the Capitol Siege
July 28, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT Channel 4's Morning Show.
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Biden and Cuba Policy
July 18, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT Channel 4's Evening News.
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U.S. and Russia Want Different Things
June 16, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT Channel 4's Morning Show.
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U.S. Rep. Val Demings Annouces Run for U.S. Senate
June 9, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT Channel 4's Evening News.
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Duval County's Gas Tax Approved; Florida's New Gambling Agreement; Florida's Speaker of the House
May 30, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney appeared on This Week in Jacksonville.
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Transformations in Health Care; Duval County's Emerald Trail; Honoring Jacksonville University's Fran Kinne
May 23, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney appeared on This Week in Jacksonville.
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Georgia Runoff Election: Two Seats for Candidates
January 3, 2021
Institute Director Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT Channel 4 to discuss the Georgia runoff election.

2020

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Analyzing the First Presidential Debate
September 30, 2020
The first debate between President Donald Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden deteriorated into a bitter showdown. News4JAX political analyst and head of the JU Public Policy Institute Rick Mullaney appeared on the Morning Show to discuss.
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A political battle after the death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
September 21, 2020
After the death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a political battle about who will choose her replacement has sparked. Rick Mullaney discussed on News4Jax.
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What's Next after the Conventions
August 30, 2020
Rick Mullaney discussed what's next now that both conventions are over on WJXT4.
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Recapping the RNC
August 30, 2020
Rick Mullaney appeared on This Week in Jacksonville to discuss the RNC with Senator Rick Scott.
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Analyzing the DNC and Previewing the RNC
August 23, 2020
Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT's This Week in Jacksonville to analyze the DNC and preview the RNC.
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Joe Biden's Running Mate and Florida Primaries
August 16, 2020
Rick Mullaney appeared on News4Jax's This Week in Jacksonville to discuss Joe Biden's selection of Kamala Harris as his running mate, as well as the Florida Clerk of Courts race.
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Revised RNC Plan and the Impact of Coronavirus on Elections
July 19, 2020
Rick Mullaney appeared on This Week in Jacksonville to discuss revised plans for the Republican National Convention, as well as the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on 2020 elections.
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Sales tax referendum, RNC, and race relations
June 28, 2020
Rick Mullaney guest-hosted This Week in Jacksonville. Topics included: Duval County School Board Chair Warren Jones on the upcoming vote for the half-cent sales tax referendum. Civic Council Chairman John Delaney discusses the upcoming Republican National Convention & race relations locally and nationally.
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George Floyd; RNC Relocation
June 3, 2020
Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT's The Morning Show to discuss the death of George Floyd, as well as the relocation of the Republican National Convention.
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Remembering Former JU President Fran Kinne
May 17, 2020
JU President Tim Cost, former Jacksonville Mayor Alvin Brown and Jacksonville University's Public Policy Institute Director Rick Mullaney each honor the legacy of the late Dr. Fran Kinne on This Week in Jacksonville.
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JEA Drops Interim CEO and the Impact of Coronavirus on Elections
May 10, 2020
Rick Mullaney appeared on This Week in Jacksonville to interview John Baker, new Chair of JEA, along with Kent Justice. He also discussed politics and the impact of Covid-19 on the November elections.
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Can the President Adjourn the Chambers of Congress?
April 16, 2020
Rick Mullaney appeared on The Morning Show with Bruce Hamilton to discuss the President's threat to invoke his constitutional authority to adjourn both chambers of Congress in order to confirm nominations to his administration.
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John Newman on the 2020 Florida Primary
March 22, 2020
Rick Mullaney appeared on This Week in Jacksonville to interview Pastor John Newman about the 2020 Florida Primary.
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How to govern during a crisis as the coronavirus reaches northeast Florida
Mach 15, 2020
Institute Director Rick Mullaney gives insight in to how a crisis is managed on This Week in Jacksonville.
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Super Tuesday's Impact and Moving Closer to a Half-Cent Sales Tax Benefiting Duval's Schools
March 8, 2020
On "This Week In Jacksonville," Rick Mullaney looks back at an eventful Super Tuesday and breaks down various state and local issues.
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Rick Mullaney on Super Tuesday Results
March 4, 2020
Institute Director Rick Mullaney discusses what Super Tuesday results mean for the 2020 Democratic presidential race on WJXT4.

 

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Rick Mullaney on the Nevada Debate
February 20, 2020
Rick Mullaney weighed in on the Nevada debate on News4Jax.

 

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New Hampshire Provides Clarity on Democratic Presidential Nominee
February 12, 2020
Rick Mullaney discusses the New Hampshire primary and how it provided clarity on the Democratic presidential nominees on WJXT4.
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The JEA scandal
February 2, 2020
Institute Director Rick Mullaney was on This Week in Jacksonville discussing the JEA scandal.
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A win in Iowa is about momentum
February 2, 2020
News4Jax political analyst Rick Mullaney Jacksonville University’s Public Policy Institute said a win in Iowa is about public perception and momentum.
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Rick Mullaney on Turning Point in Impeachment
January 29, 2020
Rick Mullaney appeared WJXT's The Morning Show to discuss a turning point in the impeachment.
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Rick Mullaney on Possibility of Fair Impeachment Trial
January 21, 2020
Institute Director Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT's The Morning Show to discuss the possibility of a fair impeachment trial.
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Senate Trial Preview with Rick Mullaney
January 19, 2020
Institute Director Rick Mullaney provided a preview of the upcoming senate trial.
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Federal investigators will now take over the investigation into JEA
January 14, 2020
Rick Mullaney discussed updates on the JEA investigation with WJXT's Bruce Hamilton.
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Head of JEA Board of Directors Supports State Attorney Investigation
January 11, 2020
Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT Channel 4 to discuss the JEA investigation.
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Remembering Bob Shircliff
January 5, 2020
Board Member Richard Sisisky and Director Rick Mullaney remember Jacksonville philanthropist Bob Shircliff on This Week in Jacksonville.

2019

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The dispute on the potential JEA sale
December 1, 2019
Institute Director Rick Mullaney offers his take about the impact of the JEA sale on This Week in Jacksonville.
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New Details from Ambassador Sondland
November 21, 2019
Bruce sits down with Rick Mullaney to talk about Sondland's testimony on WJXT's The Morning Show.

 

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Breaking Down the Impeachment Hearings
November 14, 2019
Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT Channel 4 to break down the first day of President Trump's impeachment hearings.
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What's Ahead with Impeachment Hearings
November 13, 2019
Rick Mullaney appeared on WJXT Channel 4 ahead of the first day of President Trump's impeachment hearings to predict what lies ahead.
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Seven Takeaways from the Democratic Debate
September 13, 2019
Rick Mullaney summed up seven takeaways from the Democratic primary debate on WJXT Channel 4.

 

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Trump and Kim meeting
July 1, 2019
The Morning Show on WJXT.
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Previewing Thursday's Democratic primary debate
June 27, 2019
Speaking with Kent Justice on WJXT.
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What to expect from Wednesday's Democratic primary debate
June 26, 2019
Speaking with Kent Justice on WJXT.
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Duval County School Leaders
June 23, 2019
Speaking with Kent Justice on This Week in Jacksonville on WJXT.
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Political Season Heating Up in Florida
June 22, 2019
Speaking with Kent Justice on WJXT.
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Florida’s Impact on Upcoming Election
June 19, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show on WJXT.
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Trump Rally
June 18, 2019
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Rick Mullaney weighs in on Mueller's statement
May 30, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show on WJXT.
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Education Sales Tax Referendum
May 26, 2019
Speaking with Kent Justice on This Week in Jacksonville on WJXT.
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Half-cent Sales Tax for Education
May 19, 2019
Speaking on This Week in Jacksonville on WJXT.
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Gov. DeSantis confirms election hacking in 2016
May 15, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show on WJXT.
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Barr Hearing: Defending His Summary
May 2, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show on WJXT.
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Biden Enters the Race
April 25, 2019
Speaking on the Evening News on WJXT.
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Joe Biden Announces Presidential Bid
April 25, 2019
Speaking on the Morning News on WJXT.
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Sales tax hike to fund school buildings draws mixed reaction
April 24, 2019
Speaking with Jim Piggott on WJXT.
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Mueller Report
April 19, 2019
On WOKV 690 AM
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Preview Mueller Report
April 18, 2019
On WOKV 690 AM
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Mueller Report
April 18, 2019
Speaking on WJXT.
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Barr Press Conference
April 18, 2019
Speaking on WJXT.
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Mueller report to be released today
April 18, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show on WJXT.
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The Mueller Report, Local Food Deserts, and Mental Toughness
March 31, 2019
Speaking with Kent Justice on This Week in Jacksonville on WJXT.
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Mueller Report
March 25, 2019
On WOKV 690 AM
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Barr and principal conclusions
March 24, 2019
Speaking on the 11 O’Clock News on WJXT.
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Barr Letter on Mueller Report
March 24, 2019
Speaking on WJXT.
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Elections analysis, Clay county school police force rebuttal and small business growth
March 24, 2019
Speaking with Kent Justice on This Week in Jacksonville on WJXT.
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Russia investigation has wrapped up
March 23, 2019
Speaking on The Morning Show on WJXT.
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Election Night Coverage
March 19, 2019
Speaking wit Kent Justice, Mary Baehr, and Tom Wills on a Special Live Programming on WJXT.
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Low Voter Turnout
March 12, 2019
Speaking on WJXT.
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A closer look at the Mayoral Debate
March 10, 2019
Speaking with Kent Justice on This Week in Jacksonville on WJXT. 
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March 7, 2019
On WJCT
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Post-debate commentary
March 7, 2019
Speaking on WJXT.
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Post-debate Analysis
March 6, 2019
Speaking on the 10 O’Clock News on WJXT.
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Previewing the debate
March 6, 2019
Speaking on WJXT.
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Moving towards the city-wide election with Mayoral candidates; previewing the Legislative Session
March 3, 2019
Speaking with Kent Justice on This Week in Jacksonville on WJXT. 
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Michael Cohen testifies on Capitol Hill
February 28, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on WJXT. 
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Upcoming Mayoral Debate
February 25, 2019
Speaking on WJXT.
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Jacksonville mayoral race
February 23, 2019
Speaking with Ashley Spicer on The Morning Show on WJXT.
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President expected to sign funding deal
February 22, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on WJXT. 
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The State of Economic Development
February 22, 2019
Speaking with Moderator (Elizabeth Feustel) on ImpactJAX Public Policy Committee. 
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Showdown beginning over Trump's plan to declare emergency
February 14, 2019
Speaking with Kent Justice on The Evening News on WJXT.
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New Brosche ad
February 14, 2019
Speaking with Jim Piggott on WJXT. 
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The State of the Union and What Lies Ahead
February 10, 2019
Speaking on This Week in Jacksonville on WJXT. 
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February 8, 2019
On WJCT
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Mayor’s Race Negative Ads
February 7, 2019
Speaking on Evening News on WJXT. 
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State of the Union
February 6, 2019
On WOKV 690 AM
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Rick Mullaney Weighs in on President’s State of the Union Address
February 6, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show on WJXT.
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State of the Union Coverage
February 5, 2019
Speaking on Live Programming on WJXT.
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Hazouri ad in Mayor’s race; Governor Northam and blackface
February 4, 2019
Speaking with Kent Justice on the 10 p.m. News on WJXT.
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January 30, 2019
Speaking with Jim Piggot on WJXT.
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What’s Next for Border Security Negotiations?
January 28, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show on WJXT.
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Impact of Roger Stone’s Indictment
January 27, 2019
Speaking on the Morning News on WJXT.
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Gillum Ethics Committee
January 25, 2019
Speaking on WJXT.
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Trump Proposal on Shutdown
January 20, 2019
Speaking with Jenese Harris on WJXT.
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Shutdown and State of the Union
January 17, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show on WJXT.
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Effects of the government shutdown
January 14, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show on WJXT.
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City elections expected to heat up as qualifying deadline arrives
January 10, 2019
Speaking with Jim Piggot on the Evening News on WJXT.
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President Trump urges wall funding to fix border 'crisis'
January 8, 2019
Speaking with Joy Purdy on the Evening News on WJXT.
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Presidential Address
January 8, 2019
Speaking on Live Event Coverage on WJXT.
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Governor Inaugaration
January 8, 2019
Speaking on Live Event Coverage on WJXT.
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President address on border wall
January 8, 2019
Speaking on the 8 o’clock news on WJXT.
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How Governor DeSantis could shape Florida during his term
January 8, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show on WJXT.
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Local Races and Violence
January 6, 2019
Speaking with Scott Johnson on The Evening News on WJXT.
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Governor Elect Ron DeSantis; Downtown Vision’s CEO
January 6, 2019
Speaking with Kent Justice on This Week in Jacksonville on WJXT.
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Careers and Education in Public Policy
January 4, 2019
Speaking with Panelist (Elizabeth Feustel) on City Year Lunch & Learn.
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Rick Scott; The Government Shutdown; Romney Editorial
January 3, 2019
Speaking with Bruce Hamilton on The Morning Show on WJXT.