Tag: Harry Cohen
City Elections Reflect Tampa’s Apathy, Resistance to Change

By Jim Bleyer Former Tampa Police Chief Jane Castor, riding her name recognition and Mayor Bob Buckhorn’s potent political machine, steamrolled six opponents Tuesday in almost winning outright the prize of succeeding her term-limited mentor. Castor garnered 48 percent of the vote and will meet billionaire David Straz in …
Tampa Mayoralty Race a Battle of Two Cabals

By Jim Bleyer To paraphrase former President Gerald Ford: “My fellow Tampanians, our long municipal nightmare is over.” That is unless potential voters were comfortable with hypocrisy, empty promises, and losing political strategies that defy comprehension. The seven candidates embraced Mom, apple pie, and transit while introducing themselves to low-income …
Dems Aim Knives at Each Other in ‘Non-Partisan’ Tampa Races
Unmagnificent Seven Shooting Blanks in Tampa Mayoral Campaign
The Great Televised Mayoral Debate: Sad
Another Tampa Media Gaffe but a Satisfactory Ending
Wanted: Better Choices for Tampa Mayor
Four Mayoral Candidates Flunk East Tampa Test

By Jim Bleyer East Tampa residents feel shortchanged by the City of Tampa on transit, housing opportunities, infrastructure, and fair treatment by law enforcement. After yesterday, they have more than sufficient reason to feel abandoned by City Hall. Though invited to a “Tea and Conservation” event in Temple Terrace, …