Opinion

In Florida's 20th Congressional District, The County declines to endorse

Recommendation: both Porras and Sordo

For State House — Blanco, Ramos, Chambliss, Castillo | Endorsement

For Florida House Districts 115, 116, and 117, The County endorses OMAR BLANCO, NICOLAS RAMOS, KEVIN CHAMBLISS, AND ARMANDO CASTILLO respectively.

Endorsement: Báez-Geller, Campbell, Romero Roses for State House

For Florida House Districts 106, 108, and 113, The County endorses LUCIA BÁEZ-GELLER, DAPHNE CAMPBELL, AND GLORIA ROMERO ROSES respectively.

Endorsement: Delmay, Friend, and Bartleman for the Florida House

For three key legislative districts in Broward, The County endorses Todd Delmay in District 101, Mike Friend in District 102, and incumbent Robin Bartleman in District 103.

September 24, 2026

Endorsement: For Florida House District 100, The County endorses Michael Ferguson

After considering the candidates and the needs of this coastal Broward district, The County endorses Michael Ferguson.

September 24, 2026

Endorsement: The County’s Choices for Palm Beach County in Tallahassee

The County has reviewed the candidates on the November ballot, their public records, qualifications and stated priorities. Across the Palm Beach County delegation, voters will find a range of experiences and approaches.

In Coral Springs: Simmons for Mayor, Adelman for Commission | Endorsement

In this cycle, voters in Coral Springs are asked to select a Mayor and fill two commission seats. Here are our choices.

Endorsement: Adam Roberti is best for Hollywood City Commission, District 5

The County endorses ADAM ROBERTI for Hollywood City Commission, District 5.

Endorsement: re-elect Denise Grant for Lauderhill Mayor

In Lauderhill, Mayor Denise Grant has repeatedly demonstrated that she possesses the dedication, accessibility, and governance experience needed to keep the city on a thriving trajectory.

Endorsement: Re-elect Lonergan, pick Arnst or Fischer in Oakland Park

The County endorses TIM LONERGAN for re-election to the Oakland Park City Commission and recommends STEVE R. ARNST and CHRIS FISCHER for leadership.

Endorsement: Antonio Arserio for Margate City Commission

Margate needs proven, energetic leaders who understand the mechanics of municipal government, respect the taxpayer dollar, and focus on delivering practical results. Antonio Arserio has consistently delivered on all counts.

Endorsement: Who to vote for in Pompano Beach

The County recommends a slate of candidates ready to lead with experience, and we offer some balance.

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Endorsement: Nick Sortal for Re-Election as Plantation Mayor

Plantation does not need a course correction, a return to past political turmoil, or untested executive hands.

Endorsement: So Here’s What We’re NOT Going to Do

So here’s what we’re not going to do: We are not going to leave the integrity of our courts and county finances up to monsters like Caruso.

September 22, 2026

Endorsement: For Wilton Manors, Rolli for mayor; Newton and Burgos for Commission

With Rolli as mayor and Newton and Burgos on the Commission, we believe Wilton Manors would have a leadership team capable of respecting what the city has built while preparing it for what comes next.

September 22, 2026

Endorsement: John Rodstrom is clear choice for Fort Lauderdale Commission, District 1

Among the candidates on the ballot, John Rodstrom stands out as the clear, qualified choice to represent District 1.

Endorsement: Rob Piper for Miami-Dade County Commission, District 5

Piper brings an unconventional résumé to local government. A retired U.S. Marine who served for 23 years, including three combat tours in Iraq, Piper came to Miami in 2012 and subsequently became active in community organizing and civic engagement.

Endorsement: The County recommends Deandre J. Poole for Port of Palm Beach District, Group 5

For Port of Palm Beach District, Group 5, The County endorses incumbent Commissioner Deandre J. Poole.

Endorsement: Choose Calabrese, Waldron for Palm Beach County Commission

In two important County Commission contests, The County recommends Curtis Calabrese for District 4 and Katherine Waldron for District 6.

Endorsement: Linda Cothiere and Katrina Wilson for Miami-Dade County School Board, District 1

The County is making a dual endorsement, recommending both Linda Cothiere and Katrina Wilson.

Endorsement: Christina L. Romelus for Palm Beach County School Board, District 4

The County's pick for Palm Beach County School Board District 4 is Christina L. Romelus.

Endorsement: Roberto Fernandez III for Broward County School Board, District 6

For Broward County School Board District 6, The County endorses Roberto Fernandez III.

Endorsement: David Fry for Broward Circuit Court Judge, Group 52

After reviewing the candidates' qualifications and records, we believe Fry's trial experience and work on both the prosecution and defense make him especially well prepared for the responsibilities of the circuit bench.

September 17, 2026

Broward County Transit Has a Reliability Problem

Broward Transit shouldn’t be this bad. Buses that don’t show, hour-long waits, unreliable schedules and riders left sweating in the heat or standing in the torrential rain are not the hallmarks of a transit system built for a major metropolitan county, writes Elijah Manley.

ELIJAH MANLEY

September 10, 2026

Introducing The County’s 2026 Election Center

The County is launching its 2026 Election Center and Ballot Guide, an interactive portal built to help South Florida voters research the candidates seeking to represent them at the federal, state and local levels.

September 9, 2026

A Drunken Night at the Improv Ended in Arrest. Now Garry Smyth Is Running for City Commission

Fort Lauderdale commission candidate Garry Smyth is campaigning on fiscal responsibility and public safety. Court records reviewed by *The County* reveal a 2023 arrest, two recent debt lawsuits seeking more than $15,000, and a broader financial history that raises questions for voters.

SPECIAL TO THE COUNTY

September 7, 2026

The Silence We Save for Our Own | Opinion

Two perspectives on the allegations involving Lauderdale Lakes Commissioner Easton Harrison, and what the response says about political accountability, due process, public trust and the cost of silence.

SPECIAL TO THE COUNTY

September 4, 2026

A Note to Our Readers About The County's 2026 Endorsements

The County Editorial Board will issue independent, thorough endorsements in select federal, state and local races across South Florida during the 2026 general election.

September 4, 2026

Don’t Close Broward’s Neighborhood Schools Without Fighting to Save Them First

The Broward School District’s answer to enrollment challenges has been to close or consolidate more neighborhood schools. Not so fast.

December 30, 2024

Broward County Government needs a Total Restructuring and an Elected Mayor

For a more responsive, effective, and representative county government, Broward County needs to completely overhaul and restructure the entire Broward County Government

Endorsement: Kamala Harris for President

Reject Trump's fascism, elect Kamala Harris for President

Endorsement: Moskowitz, Wasserman-Schultz for Congress

Endorsement: Kamala Harris for President

Kamala Harris is the President we need to turn the page on Donald Trump's era of lies and fascism.

Endorsement: Debbie Mucarsel-Powell for U.S. Senate

Elect Debbie Mucarsel-Powell for U.S. Senate, replace Rick Scott.

Our recommendations on the Amendments

Our recommendations on how to vote on the Constitutional Amendments 1-6.

Florida Supreme Court: Vote NO on Francis and Sasso

Endorsements: Broward Judicial Races, Fourth District Appeals Court

Endorsement: Joe Saunders, vote Dems down the line in Miami for State House

Vote for Joe Saunders, Democrats down the line in Miami-Dade County.

October 29, 2024

In Broward, send Brenner, Bartleman, Woodson to state house

In Broward, send Brenner, Bartleman, and Woodson to the state house

October 28, 2024

Palm Beach state house endorsements: List

Palm Beach state house endorsements: Tendrich, Casello, Shooster, Waldron, Litt

October 28, 2024

Endorsements: Broward Municipal Races

We make the following endorsements in Broward Municipal Races

October 25, 2024

For Wilton Manors Mayor, Scott Newton is the right choice

Endorsement: Scott Newton for Wilton Manors Mayor

October 25, 2024

Endorsement: Re-elect Nan Rich, Greg Tony in Broward

Re-elect Nan Rich for Broward County Commission, and re-elect Greg Tony for Broward County Sheriff.

October 25, 2024

Endorsement: Jason Pizzo, Barbara Sharief for State Senate

The County recommends voters re-elect Jason Pizzo, and elect Barbara Sharief to State Senate

October 4, 2024

Fort Lauderdale voters: Keep Mayor Dean Trantalis

Endorsement: Fort Lauderdale voters should keep Dean Trantalis as Mayor.

October 4, 2024

Endorsement: Keep Herbst, Glassman; elect Sorensen, in Fort Lauderdale City Commission races

Fort Lauderdale voters should send Herbst, Glassman, and Sorensen to the Fort Lauderdale City Commission

October 4, 2024

District 5, Send Jeff Holness back to the Broward County School Board

August 20, 2024

Our Remaining Endorsements, for last-minute voters

At last, here are our final primary endorsements for Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe counties.

August 1, 2024

Zooming Ahead: Gen Z's Power Surge in Politics and Business

In an increasingly digitized and interdependent world, a formidable new force is already making a change — Generation Z.

LUC SAINT GENIES

July 22, 2024

Endorsement: Broward County, re-elect Debbi Hixon for School Board At-Large District 9 seat

July 11, 2024

Rebecca Thompson is best choice for District 2 seat on Broward County School Board

In Broward County, The County Editorial Board recommend that voters choose Rebecca Thompson for the District 2 seat on the school board.

July 11, 2024

Re-elect Sarah Leonardi to Broward County School Board, District 3

We recommend that voters in District 3 re-elect Sarah Leonardi to the Broward County School Board.

July 6, 2024

Choose Chris Canter for Broward County School Board, District 1

The County Editorial Board endorses Chris Canter for Broward County School Board, District 1.

July 5, 2024

Joe Biden, for the good of America, step aside

President Joe Biden came to office at the right time. But now, he must weigh the profound implications of continuing his campaign for re-election.

July 1, 2024

Understanding AI for Small Businessess

It’s been for years and we’re only now catching onto how far and widespread it has become in our society. But what exactly is artificial intelligence?

JAMES LYONS

June 24, 2024

In Pembroke Pines: No Endorsements for March 19th Municipal Elections

All candidates in the city were provided with the time and opportunity to complete a questionnaire for endorsement. None submitted one.

February 9, 2024

We are The County: We make sure your voice is heard.

At The County, we follow the truth wherever it leads us. We leave no voice behind, and we aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo.

January 30, 2024

Editorial: A 4-day school day is the right way

Broward Schools should lean into Pompano Beach High School's success by implementing a county-wide four day school week.