WMFE - Talking Politics Podcast

Talking Politics is a weekly commentary segment where political consultant, blogger and attorney Sarah Rumpf along with Fred Leonhardt who was voted one of the Top 25 Power Players in Orlando will talk politics, public policy and more.

Talking Politics | Bill Segal Citizens United must go

The citizens United Case must be overturned. Church and State must be separate. This attack by the right wing must end. The state republican party was the big loser in the election.

11-09
01:02

Talking Politics | Fred Leonhardt Central Florida leadership

We have been spoiled with Leaders from our area in the State Capital. Next session however, we will not have a voice in a leadership roll. However Central Florida will again have strong voices in the 2015-2016 session.

11-04
00:55

Talking Politics | Deirdre Macnab Issues on the Ballot

Again this year we have Constitutional Amendments on the ballot. What do the proposed amendments mean and what will they change? Educate yourself and be ready to make an informed decision this election season.

10-19
01:12

Talking Politics | Bill Segal One month to the election

It's time to start thinking about your votes. The Amendments, Merit retention of The Supreme Court Justices and the policies and candidates to support. Forget the TV commercials for politicians, it's time to think beyond the election to the return of Car salesmen on the tube.

10-12
01:07

Talking Politics | Fred Leonhardt Redistricting success or failure

Last time Floridians changed our constitution, we approved amendments 5 and 6 allowing for fairer districts. We have now had our first test with the primary election. You still need good candidates no matter how the district looks.

10-05
01:13

Talking Politics | Deirdre Macnab One vote does count

Your vote is important this year. Look at how many times throughout history a single vote made the difference. It is your duty as an American to vote and to make an informed decision.

09-28
01:08

Talking Politics | Bill Segal Sick Leave on Ballot

Agree or Disagree with the proposal, the proponents of the Sick Leave Initiative met the burden to be on the Ballot in Orange County. Orange county elected officials are duty bound to grant the petitioners the right to be on the ballot.

09-21
00:59

Talking Politics | Fred Leonhardt Paid time off for part time employees

Orange County is debating adding Paid Time Off for part time employees. This is bad for business. Many employees are part time for seasonal reasons of the employer or lifestyle choices for the employee. To add paid time off would be a burdon for small businesses.

09-14
00:57

Talking Politics | Deirdre Macnab Cost of Health Care

A young South Floridian lost his arm while escaping an alligator. Can he escape the high costs of health care. Florida is number 2 in uncovered families in the nation. Healthcare reform will go a long way to fix this.

09-07
00:59

Talking Politics | Bill Segal Climate change

The climate change skeptics will have to change their opinions as it becomes evident that climate change is a fact. Time to blame someone for climate change, who will it be.

08-30
00:59

Talking Politics | Fred Leonhardt Mica versus Adams

The recent congressional race showed the voters can tell the difference between attacks and alternatives. Sandy Adams could not show an alternative for the voters, instead she relied on attacking her opponent.

08-24
00:59

Talking Politics | Fred Leonhardt Governor Scott is great for jobs

Who should get the Credit for new unemployment numbers in the state. Love him or hate him, Rick Scott deserves credit for creating jobs in the State.

02-08
00:55

Talking Politics | Bill Segal Presidential Debate

Is it a debate or is it fight club? The Florida presidential debate makes for entertaining televison but it is not very presidential in nature. Insults, fights, personal attacks. What candidate should you vote for?.

01-31
00:54

Talking Politics | Bill Segal Bullying and Hazing

It's time to get tough on bullying and hazing. Bullying and Hazing is something no child should ever be subject to.

01-20
00:51

Talking Politics | Fred Leonhardt Sales Tax Collection

Florida needs to collect Sales Tax on Online purchases. The state needs to bring back to Florida the millions of dollars in Sales Tax paid to online retailers.

01-13
01:10

Talking Politics | Bill Segal Republican Primary

The Republican primary process has failed the strongest candidates. The Presidential primary process has once again turned into a farce with the candidates who offer the best for the future of the country being overlooked.

01-09
00:49

Talking Politics | Fred Leonhardt SunRail

With the commuter rail service coming soon, we should thank those who made it possible. Many local political leaders took great risks to bring SunRail to Central Florida. They need to be applauded.

01-09
01:05

Talking Politics | Bill Segal Term Limits

The Florida Legislature needs to get rid of term limits. Members of The Florida Legislature spend time hustling for the Speaker's job instead of going about the business of working for Florida. It's a consequence of term limits. That needs to change.

01-09
00:54

Talking Politics | Fred Leonhardt Create new Jobs

Should public dollars be used as an incentive to create jobs in Florida? Reducing the unemployment numbers is important. Giving public funds to employers to keep jobs in the state and create new ones is a good use of taxpayer's funds.

12-17
01:02

Talking Politics | Sarah Rumpf Primary Voting Dates

Florida should be able to vote first in the primaries. The moving Target of Primary election dates should end. Who represents America better, small states who vote early or a big one like Florida. We should have a bigger say in who the candidate is.

12-09
00:48

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