Political Report

The Sheriff Candidate Who Is Challenging “The Poster Child for the Trump Administration”

Eliseo Santana, running for sheriff in Florida’s Pinellas County, wants to end collaboration with ICE, reduce arrests, and shift some funds toward health services.

Daniel Nichanian Oct 02, 2020

Progressive Candidate Wins Orlando’s Primary for Prosecutor, and Four Other Florida Takeaways

In Florida’s primaries, voters set up November clashes on criminal justice, multiple sheriffs lost re-election bids, and Miami’s prosecutor secured a new term.

Daniel Nichanian Aug 19, 2020

Broward County Will Elect Its First New Prosecutor in 44 Years. Will the Office Veer Left?

In South Florida, the crowded Aug. 18 Democratic primary features one candidate who says he would not prosecute sex work and marijuana possession cases.

Jerry Iannelli Aug 11, 2020

Orlando Prosecutor Race Plays Out In The Shadow Of Florida’s Retaliation Against Reform

State Attorney Aramis Ayala has faced reprisal for bold criminal justice reforms. The Aug. 18 election will determine whether her successor builds on her legacy or backtracks.

Samantha Schuyler Aug 07, 2020

COVID-19 Stalls Efforts to Help People with Felony Convictions Register to Vote

In states that restored people’s voting rights, many public agencies aren’t doing enough to assist, and the pandemic slowed grassroots plans to pick up the slack.

Stephanie Wykstra May 28, 2020

Reform Prosecutors Respond to Attack by U.S. Attorney General

Checking-in on the politics of prosecutors: A Vermont state's attorney makes waves, and California and Florida prosecutors plan on dismissing more drug charges

Daniel Nichanian Aug 22, 2019