The debate over debates in Florida elections, and learning campaign finance loopholes

Florida Matters · Sep 28, 2026 · 48m

Even in this era of media saturation, a debate can make or break a campaign. But for the first time in 50 years, there may be no such meeting involving the leading candidate for Florida governor.

Afterward, a veteran political reporter talks about a court ruling that has opened the door to unlimited spending on Florida campaign advertisements.

Then, we hear from a Tampa physician who recently returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo, where he was helping Ebola patients.

Finally, meet the founder of a Tampa nonprofit focused on empowering minority children through art, music and dance…